Barcelona conclude their preseason on Wednesday against Al Ahly in the 61st Joan Gamper Trophy, with Hansi Flick’s team looking to carry momentum into the new campaign after a 5–2 win over Basel in their penultimate friendly.
The match is notable for more than just timing. It is Barcelona’s first clash against African opposition in the Joan Gamper Trophy, a competition they have historically dominated. Barcelona have won 47 of their 60 Joan Gamper matches overall, and they have taken 12 of their last 13 in the event.
What the match means for Barcelona
For Barcelona, this is the final tune-up before the pressure shifts to La Liga. Their first 2026–27 La Liga match is scheduled for Sunday at Elche, so Wednesday’s game offers one last chance to sharpen the team shape, test combinations and keep the squad rhythm going under Flick.
The 5–2 victory over Basel gave Barcelona another positive result heading into the trophy match, and the timing means the club can use the game as a bridge between preseason work and the competitive season ahead.
How to watch Barcelona vs Al Ahly
The matchup is being shown only to club members rather than free-to-air viewers. That makes access more limited than a standard preseason friendly, even with the Joan Gamper Trophy carrying its usual place on Barcelona’s calendar.
With Barcelona and Al Ahly meeting in the Joan Gamper Trophy on Wednesday, the focus is on one final preseason performance before the real schedule begins.
