What happened. Barcelona cancelled a pre-season friendly against Ittihad Riadi Tangier in Morocco on 15 August, citing current uncertainty and circumstances.

Decision linked to Ceuta border crisis, BBC Sport understands.
About 78,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta last week, sparking EU tensions.
Barca also had a friendly with Preston North End cancelled.

“In light of the current uncertainty and circumstances, FC Barcelona considers playing the match would be inappropriate.”
— Barcelona statement

Barca begin their La Liga title defence against Elche on 23 August.

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