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Barcelona players prepare for mini pre-season before official training starts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 9:10 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Barcelona players prepare for mini pre-season before official training starts

Summary

Barcelona's first-team players are undergoing preparations ahead of the new season despite many being on World Cup duty. Hansi Flick and his coaching staff have implemented tailored physical programmes to enhance fitness before the squad reconvenes at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper on July 13. A significant focus is on injury prevention following problems from last summer. Young players from Barça Atletic and the Under-19 team are also starting pre-season training individually. The first friendly matches are scheduled shortly after training begins, emphasizing the importance of early conditioning.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona's pre-season training begins July 13 at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper.
•Hansi Flick's staff created specific fitness plans for each player.
•Youngsters like Ebrima Tunkara will join the first-team training.
•Focus on injury prevention following difficulties last summer.
•First friendly matches are scheduled just weeks after training starts.

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Preparations for the new season are already under way at Barcelona, even though many first-team players are still away on World Cup duty. With the squad set to reconvene at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan G...
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