Barcelona's La Liga Season Kickoff Postponed Due to 2026 World Cup

Barcelona's first match of the 2026-2027 La Liga season has been postponed due to France's qualification for the World Cup 2026 semifinals, with Barcelona player Jules Koundé competing with his national team in the tournament. The ongoing participation of the player affects the team's preparations for the start of the season, amid challenges in aligning the match schedule with the players' international commitments.