Barcelona Beats Basel 5-2 in Friendly Without Israeli Player Orian Goren

Barcelona secured a 5-2 victory over Basel in a high-scoring friendly match as European leagues prepare to resume after a long break. The match took place on Sunday, August 16, 2026, serving as a final warm-up before the upcoming weekend when competitive football returns in full force. Key contributors to Barcelona's win included Ademi, Abd El-Karim, Yamal, and Bisiwu, who scored twice for the Catalan side. Israeli talent Orian Goren was included in Barcelona's squad but remained on the bench throughout the game, one of the few players not to see playing time under coach Hansi Flick. This match was part of a series of friendlies held across Europe and worldwide as teams shake off rust from the offseason and prepare for the new season.