The clash was eagerly anticipated. This Saturday, July 25, 2026, FC Barcelona played their first pre-season match under the orders of Hansi Flick against Club Esportiu Europa. Final score: 4-1 to the Catalans.
Barcelona – Club Esportiu Europa was far more than a simple training run. It was the first test of the 2026-2027 season, the first opportunity for Flick to line up his men in an official setup and offer indications of his tactical choices. The German coach clearly opted for a direct and assertive style of play from the very start of this summer pre-season.
A clear victory, even against a lower-division opponent, that lays down solid foundations. For a Barça side in the process of rebuilding, every run-out counts. The weeks ahead will reveal whether this attacking fluency holds up against higher-level opposition, but the momentum is there from the outset.
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