Overview

• Barcelona will host Como, managed by former midfielder Cesc Fàbregas, on August 10 at the Estadi Johan Cruyff
• Ongoing licensing setbacks at the still-under-renovation Spotify Camp Nou prevented a partial reopening in time for the preseason opener
• The reduced capacity of 6,000 spectators will significantly constrain commercial revenue and fan access for Barcelona’s flagship friendly
• Como earned promotion to Serie A last season and finished tenth, with former Barça graduates Sergi Roberto and Álex Valle in their squad
• The August 10 match will be the first-ever meeting between FC Barcelona and Como