Barcelona's Marc Bernal sidelined due to minor muscle strain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 5:50 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Marc Bernal did not play in Barcelona's pre-season opener against CE Europa on July 25. The absence is attributed to a minor muscle strain. This comes as Frenkie de Jong is facing an extended period on the sidelines due to a knee injury, leading to speculation about Bernal stepping into a starting role. Expectations were high for Bernal's performance in the friendly match, making his absence notable for fans and analysts alike.
- •Marc Bernal missed pre-season opener against CE Europa
- •Absence due to a minor muscle strain
- •Frenkie de Jong is expected to miss significant time
- •Speculation surrounds Bernal's future role in the team
- •Match occurred on July 25, 2026
- 5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Why Barcelona star did not play in pre-season opener
"An explanation for the complete absence of Barcelona star Marc Bernal from the club’s opening fixture of pre-season has come to the fore online.This comes amid the understanding that the midfielder ...
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