Barcelona Holds Internal Training Match Featuring Israeli Midfielder Orian Goren

Barcelona continued its preparations for the 2026/27 season on Monday 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 was given the opportunity to start 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 Frenkie de Jong. This internal match marks another important step for Goren as he works toward integrating into Barcelona's first team. His inclusion alongside established first-team players reflects the club's recognition of his potential and the role they envision for him in the future.