Manchester City’s 2024 US Tour continues with a thrilling pre-season friendly against FC Barcelona at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. Pep Guardiola’s squad is set to clash with Xavi’s side on Wednesday, July 31, at 00:00 (UK)/19:00 (EDT) on Tuesday, July 30.
When and Where
City’s journey across the United States takes them from New York City to Orlando, where they will face Barcelona. Fans can catch the action live on CITY+ and secure tickets through the provided link on the Manchester City website.
Coverage on the Man City App
The Official Man City App offers extensive coverage of the pre-season friendly. Stay updated with blow-by-blow updates, analysis, and reactions before, during, and after the match through the Matchday Centre on mancity.com and the app. The Matchday Live show, featuring special guests Nedum Onuoha and Izzy Christiansen alongside Natalie Pike, begins an hour before kick-off. From the stadium, FG will be joined by City legends Joleon Lescott and Shaun Wright-Phillips.
Fans with push notifications enabled will receive alerts for key moments. Alistair Mann and Shaun Goater will provide live audio commentary, while text commentary continues. Post-match, access detailed reports and reactions from Pep Guardiola and the players.
Pep Guardiola’s Preview
Pep Guardiola and a player will address the media on Monday, July 29, at 22:45 (UK)/18:45 (EDT). The press conference will be available live on the Official Man City App and mancity.com, with a full recap shortly after.
Barcelona’s 2023/24 Season
Xavi’s Barcelona aimed to retain the La Liga title but ended up 10 points behind Real Madrid. Their cup performances also fell short, exiting the Copa Del Rey and UEFA Champions League in the quarter-finals.
Previous Meeting
The last friendly between City and Barcelona in August 2022 ended in a 3-3 draw at the Nou Camp, raising funds for ALS research in honor of former Barca keeper Juan Carlos Unzue. On the competitive stage, City last faced Barcelona on November 1, 2016, winning 3-1 at the Etihad Stadium with goals from Ilkay Gundogan and Kevin De Bruyne.
Global TV Listings
The friendly will not be broadcast live on UK television. Fans outside the UK can check global TV listings on mancity.com. CITY+ subscribers in selected countries can watch both remaining pre-season matches live.
CITY+ Subscription
For access to these matches, an active CITY+ subscription is required. Annual subscriptions are available for £34.99, offering a £24 saving on monthly subscriptions. Official Cityzens and Season Ticket Members can subscribe annually for £30, saving £29.
News About Barcelona vs Man City
For more insights, read the detailed scout report on City’s third opponents during the 2024 US Tour on mancity.com. Experience the match with an immersive watch party hosted by COSM in Los Angeles.
For more information and updates, visit the official Manchester City website: Manchester City News.
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