Preston vs Barcelona friendly called off at last minute

Barcelona's pre-season friendly against Preston North End was cancelled just one day before kick-off.

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Match

Preston North End vs Barcelona friendly

Status

Cancelled

Venue

St. George's Park

What happened. Barcelona's pre-season friendly against Preston North End was cancelled a day before it was scheduled, after Preston proposed fielding their under-21 squad instead of senior players.

Preston were unwilling to risk senior stars for the match.
Barcelona declined the proposal and opted for a normal training session instead.
Barcelona had previously played Birmingham City, losing on penalties.

Barcelona continue their pre-season preparations in the UK, with much of the squad still on break after the World Cup.

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