Barcelona cancels friendly in Tanger due to migrant crisis
Barcelona has cancelled a friendly match in Tanger due to the migrant crisis affecting the African country. The club considers that the circumstances are not suitable for the celebration of the match.
Why is the friendly cancelled?
The migrant crisis in Tanger has caused the displacement of over 50,000 people, generating a situation of uncertainty in the country. Barcelona has decided not to play the friendly in Tanger due to the gravity of the situation.
What comes next?
Barcelona still has three friendly matches to play, including the Joan Gamper final against Al Ahly. The club will continue its preparation for the 2026-2027 season.
Barcelona has played two friendly matches so far, one against CE Europa and another against Birmingham. The club still has to play three friendly matches more before facing Elche in the first round of the league.
Current situation of Barcelona
Barcelona is at the top of the league, with an 8-point lead over Real Madrid. The club has scored 95 goals and received 36 goals in the season, with a +59 goal difference. The next match for Barcelona will be against Atletico Madrid at home on February 7, 2027.
The 2025-2026 season ended with Barcelona in first position in the league, with 94 points and a record of 31 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses in 38 games. The recent form of the club is LWLWW.
