Barcelona continues its international preparation tour under Hansi Flick's direction, facing Udinese in the Friuli Venezia Giulia Cup. The match is part of the pre-season preparations for the Catalan squad.
What happened?
Barcelona is looking to fine-tune its tactical setup in this lightning-fast tournament against international rivals. Alongside the local Italian team, Nottingham Forest completes the list of participants in this triangular tournament designed to rotate squads and evaluate new talents.
Why it matters for Barcelona?
The coaching staff will use these minutes on the pitch to consolidate the possible starting lineups before starting the official commitments. This international commitment in Udine marks the beginning of the final stretch of the demanding summer calendar designed for the renewed Barça squad.
What comes next?
Days after their passage through Italian territory, the team will organize the traditional Festa del Gamper Estrella Damm facing Al Ahly. The pre-season will conclude formally with two final preparatory matches against Montpellier on August 12 and against Manchester City on August 15.
Where to watch Udinese - FC Barcelona LIVE on TV and Streaming Online?
The Udinese vs. FC Barcelona pre-season friendly (Saturday, August 8, 2026, 22:00 CET) will be broadcast primarily on official TV channels in Spain and on ESPN/Sky channels in the rest of the markets.
