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News18
3 days ago
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Barcelona Vs Vissel Kobe Friendly Set To Go Ahead As Planned
Last Updated: Vissel Kobe issued a statement that averred that the match will be held as planned following careful discussions with the relevant parties. La Liga champions Barcelona will play the pre-season exhibition against Japanese side Vissel Kobe on Sunday as planned, despite initially cancelling the fixture due to a serious case of contractual breaches from the promoter's end. Vissel Kobe issued a statement that stated that the match will be held as planned following careful discussions with the relevant parties. The Catalan side are scheduled to play Vissel Kobe on Sunday before travelling to South Korea to face FC Seoul on July 31 and subsequently Daegu FC on August 4. Seul Ham, the General Manager of tour promoters D-Drive revealed, that the match between Vissel Kobe and FC Barcelona, was originally proposed by the Yasuda Group, the main sponsor of Real Sociedad, and was to be co-hosted locally in Japan. D-DRIVE was scheduled to receive full payment for the match today; however, the funds ultimately failed to arrive. Instead, the Yasuda Group had repeatedly provided invalid and falsified documents, deceiving D-Drive by falsely claiming that the payment had already been transferred to Korea. As a result of the fraudulent conduct, Rakuten's public image suffered significant damage. Tour promoters, D-Drive, a South Korean-based firm, blamed the organisers in Japan and asserted that the Culers' trip to Seoul will go ahead as planned. 'All scheduled activities in South Korea will take place as planned, without any disruptions," the promoter said. Unlike in Japan, in Korea, the promoter had fully prepared the matches and covered all related costs, with the exception of the flight costs, Ham added. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yahoo
6 days ago
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Barcelona's pre-season friendlies in South Korea to go ahead as per plans
Following the unexpected cancellation of their pre-season friendly in Japan, FC Barcelona's tour of South Korea will go ahead as originally planned. According to SPORT, the matches in Seoul and Daegu will be played without issue, and the team will travel to South Korea in the coming days. The update came after the outlet contacted the Korean-based event company Allive, which has been subcontracted by D-Drive, the firm Barça had officially announced as the organiser of their 2025 Asian tour. Allive reassured the publication that all preparations are in order, and there are no foreseeable issues preventing Hansi Flick's squad from facing the two scheduled South Korean clubs. Korean leg will go as planned Despite the chaotic start to the tour, sparked by a 'serious breach of contract' that led to the cancellation of the match against Vissel Kobe, Barcelona are determined to move forward. The Korean leg of the pre-season tour will go as planned. (Photo by) In South Korea, local organisers and fans are already preparing for the arrival of the team, while the players continue their training routine at the Ciutat Esportiva. Unless complications arise that are beyond Allive's control, both fixtures in Seoul and Daegu will be held as planned. This brings some much-needed stability to what has otherwise been a rocky start to the club's pre-season. Barcelona remain deeply frustrated by how the Japan leg of the tour collapsed, especially considering that Vissel Kobe had made the friendly official weeks in advance. There is ongoing internal discussion within the club, and some voices are even considering legal action to make it clear that the blame for the cancellation does not lie with Barça. For now, however, the focus shifts to South Korea, where Barça will aim to gain match fitness and continue their pre-season preparations under Hansi Flick without further disruption.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Barca cancel friendly over 'contractual breaches'
Barcelona have cancelled Sunday's pre-season friendly against Vissel Kobe in Tokyo because of "serious contractual breaches" by the promoter. The trip to Japan formed the initial part of their Asian tour, and they said the second leg in South Korea is also at risk of suspension. Barcelona have not identified the promoter but named Yasuda Group when first announcing the tour. "Barcelona announces that it has been obliged to suspend its participation in the game scheduled for next Sunday in Japan due to serious contractual breaches on behalf of the promoter," Barcelona said. "Nevertheless, the club will consider readjusting the leg of the summer tour in South Korea if certain conditions are met by the promoter. "If these conditions are met, then the club will travel to South Korea in the coming days. "Barcelona regrets this incident and the impact it will have on the many, many Barca fans in Japan." BBC Sport has contacted Yasuda Group for comment. J1 League champions Vissel Kobe said: "We sincerely apologise for any concern this may cause to the many fans and related parties who were looking forward to this match. "Our club is working in collaboration with relevant parties to gather necessary information and take appropriate measures." Barcelona, who won their 28th La Liga title last season, are scheduled to play South Korean sides FC Seoul and Daegu on 31 July and 4 August respectively. D-Drive, which is promoting the games in South Korea, said it is doing its "utmost to deliver unforgettable matches". Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast
BBC News
6 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Barca cancel friendly over 'contractual breaches'
Barcelona have cancelled Sunday's pre-season friendly against Vissel Kobe in Tokyo because of "serious contractual breaches" by the trip to Japan formed the initial part of their Asian tour, and they said the second leg in South Korea is also at risk of have not identified the promoter but named Yasuda Group when first announcing the tour."Barcelona announces that it has been obliged to suspend its participation in the game scheduled for next Sunday in Japan due to serious contractual breaches on behalf of the promoter," Barcelona said. "Nevertheless, the club will consider readjusting the leg of the summer tour in South Korea if certain conditions are met by the promoter."If these conditions are met, then the club will travel to South Korea in the coming days."Barcelona regrets this incident and the impact it will have on the many, many Barca fans in Japan."BBC Sport has contacted Yasuda Group for comment.J1 League champions Vissel Kobe said: "We sincerely apologise for any concern this may cause to the many fans and related parties who were looking forward to this match."Our club is working in collaboration with relevant parties to gather necessary information and take appropriate measures."Barcelona, who won their 28th La Liga title last season, are scheduled to play South Korean sides FC Seoul and Daegu on 31 July and 4 August respectively.D-Drive, which is promoting the games in South Korea, said it is doing its "utmost to deliver unforgettable matches".
News18
6 days ago
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Barca's Pre-Season Exhibition Against Vissel Kobe Cancelled Over Contractual Breaches
Last Updated: Spanish champions Barcelona cancelled their pre-season friendly against Japanese side Vissel Kobe due to serious cases of contractual breaches from the promoter. La Liga champions Barcelona have cancelled their pre-season friendly against Japanese side Vissel Kobe due to serious cases of contractual breaches from the promoter's end. The incident also throws the Blaugrana's trip to South Korea, as part of their Asian pre-season tour, into question. But, the Seoul-based promoter, D-Drive, asserted that the issue stemmed from the organisers in Japan. 'Barcelona announces that it has been obliged to suspend its participation in the game scheduled for next Sunday in Japan due to serious contractual breaches on behalf of the promoter," the Catalan club said in a statement. 'Barcelona regrets this incident and the impact it will have on the many, many Barca fans in Japan," the Spanish giants added. Kobe, who had the privilege of serving as the home of Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta during his twilight years, apologised to all stakeholders and fans who eagerly awaited the exhibition game. 'We sincerely apologise for any concern this may cause to the many fans and stakeholders who were looking forward to this match," the Japanese side said. However, tour promoters, D-Drive, a South Korean-based firm, blamed the organisers in Japan and asserted that the Culers' trip to Seoul will go ahead as planned. 'All scheduled activities in South Korea will take place as planned, without any disruptions," the promoter said. 'This is an issue that stems solely from the Japanese side and has no connection whatsoever with the Korea tour," D-Drive reiterated. 'To all media outlets around the world: My name is and Official Promoter of the FC Barcelona 2025 Asian Tour, representing D-DRIVE. 'The match between Vissel Kobe and FC Barcelona, which has just been cancelled, was originally proposed by the Yasuda Group, the main sponsor of Real Sociedad, and was to be co-hosted locally in Japan. D-DRIVE was scheduled to receive full payment for the match today; however, the funds ultimately failed to arrive," Seul Ham, the General Manager of D-Drive revealed. 'Instead, the Yasuda Grouphas repeatedly provided invalid and falsified documents, deceiving us by falsely claiming that the payment had already been transferred to Korea. We have obtained an audio recording from a Yasuda Group employee stating that their CEO ultimately did not send the money, clearly confirming intentional fraud," Ham continued. 'As a result of this fraudulent conduct, Rakuten's public image has suffered significant damage. In light of these events, FC Barcelona has made the correct and responsible decision to cancel the match in Japan." 'We will take legal action against the responsible Japanese entities to recover damages. Unlike in Japan, in Korea, the promoter has fully prepared the matches and covered all related costs. As of today, only flight expenses remain outstanding," Ham added. 'To our fans in Korea: please rest assured. D-DRIVE remains fully committed to making the remainder of the tour a success. We will do everything possible to deliver unforgettable matches," Ham promised. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
