Vissel Kobe vs. Barcelona - News - July 27, 2025

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Gerard Martin - Appears in preseason match Martin came off the bench and played 13 minutes during a preseason game vs Kobe on Sunday.

Impact Martin had been recovering from minor hand surgery back in June, recovering in time to participate in preseason with Barcelona. He is not likely to hold a starting role for 2025/26, having made just 11 starts in 28 La Liga appearances, however, will remain a key bench option with a goal and three assists last campaign.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jules Kounde - Plays second half in friendly Kounde came on to play the second half during the 3-1 win over Kobe during their first friendly of preseason.

Impact Kounde is set to be fit for the start of the season as he is back and playing in preseason for Barcelona. He is expected to remain a key figure in the back line for Barcelona, having made 29 starts in 32 appearances, totaling two goals and three assists with 63 tackles and 58 interceptions.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ferran Torres - Starting in friendly Torres (abdomen) is in the starting XI for Sunday's friendly against Vissel Kobe, confirming his return from injury.

Impact Torres has been training with the team for a few weeks and confirmed that his abdominal injury is behind him, as he will start for the Blaugranas in Sunday's friendly against Vissel Kobe. This is a positive development for the forward, who will be able to build on his fitness during the preseason ahead of 2025/26. He is expected to retain a supersub role in the frontline.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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