FC Barcelona players prepare for World Cup and latest news updates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
FC Barcelona's players are set to wear specific shirt numbers for the upcoming World Cup this summer. Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, recognizing his exceptional career. Hansi Flick has been named the LALIGA EA SPORTS Coach of the Year for the 2025/2026 season, leading Barcelona to their second consecutive title. Defender Jules Kounde expressed his hopes to remain with the club, while Bernardo Silva is giving Barça the chance to sign him, with a decision expected after the World Cup.
- •Barcelona players finalize World Cup shirt numbers for this summer.
- •Messi receives Princess of Asturias Award for Sports.
- •Hansi Flick named Coach of the Year after title win.
- •Jules Kounde aims to stay with Barcelona.
- •Bernardo Silva prioritizes Barcelona for summer transfer decisions.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — FC Barcelona News: 4 June 2026
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