Barcelona and Real Madrid are set to face off in a star-studded club friendly on 4th August 4:30 AM IST at MetLife Stadium.
The much-awaited preseason showdown is scheduled to take place at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, promising a really exciting encounter between two of the world's largest football clubs this Sunday.
Recent Performance:
Barcelona kicked off their pre-season with a dramatic 2-2 draw against Manchester City, a match that eventually saw Hansi Flick's men come out on top 4-1 on penalties.
While it saw the Blaugrana demonstrate a resilience and depth which will serve them well in the campaign ahead, they will want a far tighter performance against their arch-rivals.
On the other hand, Real Madrid was defeated by a slim margin of 1-0 by AC Milan in their summer opener friendly. Los Blancos will be looking to bounce back and get momentum into their preparation ahead of the new season.
Head-to-Head Record
The following is the head-to-head record of the last five meetings between Barcelona and Real Madrid across all competitions.
Date Match Competition
April 21, 2024 Real Madrid 3-2 Barcelona La Liga
January 14, 2024 Real Madrid 4-1 Barcelona Spanish Super Cup
October 28, 2023 Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid La Liga
July 29, 2023 Barcelona 3-0 Real Madrid Club Friendlies
April 5, 2023 Barcelona 0-4 Real Madrid Copa del Rey
Team News: Barcelona
Barcelona will have to cope without several key players due to injuries. Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, Ronald Araujo, and Ansu Fati are all sidelined, which poses a significant challenge for Hansi Flick's side.
However, there is good news as Alejandro Balde is set to return after recovering from a knock sustained in the Man City game.
Robert Lewandowski, Inigo Martinez, Raphinha, Ilkay Gundogan, and Jules Kounde are expected to feature prominently in the lineup, providing a blend of experience and skill.
Additionally, Ferran Torres and Lamine Yamal are on extended breaks after their Euro 2024 triumph, while Fermin Lopez, Eric Garcia, and Pau Cubarsi are representing Spain U23 at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Barcelona's Possible XI:
Goalkeeper: Ter Stegen
Defenders: Kounde, Martinez, Lenglet, Balde
Midfielders: Casado, Torre, Gundogan
Forwards: Raphinha, Lewandowski, Victor
Team News: Real Madrid
Real Madrid will also miss some star power. Kylian Mbappe is on an extended break post-Euro 2024, but fans will be excited to see fellow new signing Endrick, who made his debut against Milan, likely making his first Clasico appearance.
Jude Bellingham, Dani Carvajal, Ferland Mendy, Federico Valverde, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Eduardo Camavinga are also on a break. Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, and Eder Militao will join the squad in the US but may not play against Barcelona. Midfielder Cesar Palacios has returned to Madrid due to a knee injury.
Real Madrid's Possible XI:
Goalkeeper: Courtois
Defenders: Vazquez, Vallejo, Rudiger, Garcia
Midfielders: Modric, Martin, Ceballos
Forwards: Guler, Endrick, Brahim
What to Expect
This is a pre-season friendliness, but somehow, it has felt like much more—a battle for the two teams. Both are after pride and gaining some momentum.
What to expect: high intensity since both teams want to make a statement. Barcelona wants to keep on pushing, while Real Madrid wants to bounce back with new signings and integrate them well.
A clash of the titans, beautiful goals, and emerging talent await fans at MetLife Stadium. This Barcelona vs. Real Madrid game is not to be missed, be it for a die-hard fan or any viewer.
Where to watch:
this match is officially broadcast on Fancode app in India. If you have a fancode subscription then you can watch the match, otherwise you can watch the match in this website.
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