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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Sport
- Malay Mail
Barcelona's Japan friendly back on after dispute over ‘serious contractual breaches'
TOKYO, July 26 — Barcelona will play a pre-season friendly in Japan tomorrow as scheduled, J-League side Vissel Kobe said, despite the Spanish club initially cancelling the match, citing unspecified 'serious contractual breaches'. The announcement comes after Barcelona said this week it had to 'suspend its participation in the game' in Japan 'due to serious contractual breaches on behalf of the promoter'. The Spanish giants were scheduled to play Vissel Kobe tomorrow before travelling to South Korea to face FC Seoul on July 31 and Daegu FC on August 4. The Japanese team said in a statement yesterday that 'following careful discussions with the relevant parties, the match scheduled for Sunday... will be held as planned.' Vissel Kobe, for whom Barcelona and Spain great Andres Iniesta played at the end of his career, said there were 'contractual issues' and they had been working with their owner 'to coordinate with the relevant parties, including Barcelona, in order to realise the match.' Barcelona shared a video of the team stepping out of a plane today on X, with the caption 'Konnichiwa, Japan!' 'We are really excited to be in Japan,' they said in another post. — AFP
Mint
4 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Marcus Rashford makes cut in Barcelona squad for 2025 Asian tour as La Liga club confirms Japan friendly
Barcelona's 2025 Asian Tour is back on track, with the club confirming their first-team squad, including Marcus Rashford. The Manchester United star, who is on loan at Barcelona, is set to travel to Japan for a high-profile friendly against Vissel Kobe on July 27. Rashford's move to Barcelona meant the England international will line-up alongside the likes of Lamine Yamal and Raphinha for the defending La Liga's champions next season. Rashford could permanently sign for Barcelona, according to the deal with Manchester United, provided the forward impresses Hansi Flick during the 2025-26 season. Just days ago, Barcelona faced a setback when they announced the suspension of the Japan leg of their Asian Tour due to serious contractual breaches by the tour promoter. The club's statement at the time highlighted concerns that threatened to disrupt their pre-season plans. However, after negotiations, Barcelona confirmed that the issues had been resolved, allowing the tour to proceed as planned. Barcelona will face Vissel Kobe in Japan, followed by matches against FC Seoul on July 31 and Daegu FC on August 4 in South Korea. The highlight of the announcement was the inclusion of Marcus Rashford in Barcelona's traveling squad. Rashford, who has already been spotted training with the squad, is expected to make his debut in the iconic Blaugrana shirt during the tour. His arrival is a significant coup for Barcelona, both on and off the pitch. As a proven goal-scorer with pace and flair, Rashford brings a new dynamic to the team. New signings Marcus Rashford, Joan Garcia, and Roony Bardghji are all on the plane. Young players include Jofre Torrents, Dro Fernandez, and Toni and Guille Fernandez. Goalkeepers: Joan Garcia, Wojciech Szczęsny, Inaki Pena, Diego Kochen Defenders: Pau Cubarsi, Alejandro Balde, Ronald Araujo, Inigo Martinez, Andreas Christensen, Jules Kounde, Eric Garcia, Hector Fort, Gerard Martin, Jofre Torrents Midfielders: Gavi, Pedri, Fermin Lopez, Marc Casado, Dani Olmo, Frenkie de Jong, Marc Bernal, Dro Fernandez, Guille Fernandez. Attackers: Marcus Rashford, Roony Bardghji, Ferran Torres, Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, Toni Fernandez. Barcelona's interest in Rashford was driven by their need for an attacker capable of playing both as a winger and a central forward. Head coach Hansi Flick prioritized strengthening the left-wing position, which was identified as a weak spot last season. Notably, before Rashford's transfer, Flick personally spoke with him and gave his approval for the transfer. With the promoter dispute resolved and Marcus Rashford's inclusion confirmed, Barcelona will be geared up to enter the 2025 Asian Tour with renewed momentum.
CNA
4 days ago
- Sport
- CNA
Barcelona's friendly against Vissel Kobe back on after contractual issues resolved
Barcelona's pre-season friendly against Japanese side Vissel Kobe is back on after the Spanish club and the promoter for the match resolved the contractual issues that earlier caused the game to be suspended, the LaLiga side said on Friday. The Spanish champions were on their way to Japan for Sunday's clash that will kick off an Asia tour, with matches against South Korean sides FC Seoul and Daegu FC scheduled on July 31 and August 4, Barcelona added in a statement.
South China Morning Post
6 days ago
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
FC Barcelona cancel Japan match citing contractual breaches, South Korea game under threat
Barcelona have cancelled their pre-season friendly match in Japan, citing contractual breaches by the promoter, while their two scheduled friendlies in South Korea are also at risk of suspension, the club said. The La Liga champions were scheduled to play Japanese side Vissel Kobe on Sunday, and to play South Korea's FC Seoul on July 31 and Daegu FC on August 4. '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,' Barca said in a statement on Wednesday. 'Nevertheless, the club will consider readjusting the leg of the summer tour in South Korea,' it said, '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.' Vissel Kobe have apologised to their fans and were taking 'appropriate measures'. Photo: AFP In a statement on Thursday, Vissel Kobe apologised to fans.
CNA
6 days ago
- Sport
- CNA
Barca cancel Japan pre-season friendly citing contractual breaches
Barcelona have cancelled their pre-season friendly match against Vissel Kobe in Japan, citing contractual breaches by the promoter, while their two scheduled friendlies in South Korea are also at risk of suspension, the LaLiga club said. The LaLiga champions were scheduled to play Japanese side Vissel Kobe on Sunday, while they are due to play South Korea's FC Seoul on July 31 and Daegu FC on August 4. "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," Barca said in a statement on Wednesday. "Nevertheless, the club will consider readjusting the leg of the summer tour in South Korea, where two games are scheduled against FC Seoul (31 July) and Daegu FC (4 August), 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." Vissel Kobe also issued a statement on Thursday. "We sincerely apologise for any concern this may cause to the many fans and related parties who were looking forward to this match," the J1 League club said.
