FC Barcelona Gears Up for 60th Gamper Trophy Clash

Homecoming for Fàbregas as AS 1907 Visits Johan Cruyff Stadium

FC Barcelona is set to host AS 1907 for the 60th edition of the prestigious Joan Gamper Trophy. Following their Asian tour, the Catalan giants will welcome back familiar faces, including former star Cesc Fàbregas, alongside players like Sergi Roberto and Álex Valle, for what promises to be an engaging preseason fixture.

Global Viewing Options for Gamper Trophy

Supporters worldwide can catch the action live and free of charge via the official FC Barcelona YouTube channel. For those seeking a second screen experience, comprehensive live text commentary and statistics will be available on the club’s website and official app, complemented by real-time updates across their social media platforms.

Match Schedule: A Global Kickoff Countdown

The highly anticipated match kicks off on Sunday, August 10th, with broadcast times varying significantly across different continents. North America will see the game commence at midday on the West Coast and early afternoon in the East. South American and African fans can tune in during the evening hours.

European and Asian Broadcasts

UK and Irish audiences can watch the game at 8:00 PM BST. French viewers will see the kickoff at 9:00 PM CEST, coinciding with Spain, Poland, Ukraine, Turkey, and Moscow. As the clock strikes midnight on Monday, August 11th, India will begin viewing, followed by early morning broadcasts in Southeast Asia and East Asia, including China, Japan, and Australia.

Football clubs globally are adapting their schedules to cater to international fanbases. For instance, in 2023, Manchester United announced a pre-season friendly against Arsenal in the United States with a broadcast designed to reach millions of fans across North America. This reflects a growing trend of global outreach in club football scheduling (Manchester United 2023).

Full Match Broadcast Information

The FC Barcelona YouTube channel offers a worldwide, complimentary viewing option. Complementary coverage includes live text and stats on the club’s official website and app, with continuous updates provided across their social media channels.

Kick-Off Times Around the Globe

Sunday, August 10:

• Canada: 12:00 PM Vancouver / 3:00 PM Toronto
• United States: 12:00 PM Los Angeles / 3:00 PM New York
• Central America: 2:00 PM Panama / 3:00 PM Dominican Republic
• Latin America: 1:00 PM Mexico City / 2:00 PM Bogota / 3:00 PM Santiago / 4:00 PM Buenos Aires
• Brazil: 4:00 PM Brasilia
• Africa: 7:00 PM Senegal / 8:00 PM Cameroon / 9:00 PM Cape Town
• United Kingdom & Ireland: 8:00 PM
• France: 9:00 PM
• Spain: 9:00 PM
• Poland: 9:00 PM
• Ukraine: 10:00 PM
• Turkey: 10:00 PM
• Russia: 10:00 PM Moscow
• Arab Countries: 10:00 PM Mecca

Monday, August 11:

• India: 12:30 AM
• Indonesia: 2:00 AM Jakarta
• China: 3:00 AM
• Japan: 4:00 AM
• Australia: 5:00 AM Sydney