Barcelona Holds Internal Training Match Featuring Israeli Midfielder Orian Goren
Barcelona continued its preparations for the 2026/27 season on August 3, 2026, by organizing an internal training match after their scheduled friendly against Preston North End was canceled. The English club withdrew due to a series of injuries and absences, prompting Barcelona to opt for a 22-player internal scrimmage instead. Israeli young midfielder Orian Goren started in one of the two teams, playing alongside senior squad members such as Karim Adeyemi and Andreas Christensen. The opposing side featured players including Raphinha and Firmin Lopez. This internal match represents a significant step in Goren's ongoing integration into Barcelona's first-team environment, highlighting the club's confidence in his potential and his role in their future plans.
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