Vissel Kobe Clashes with Barcelona: Your Complete Guide to Catching the Explosive Preseason Showdown Live

Financial disagreements had threatened to cancel the Andrés Iniesta derby earlier this week, but Barcelona's inaugural summer friendly against Vissel Kobe has been confirmed to proceed as planned.

The Catalan club's preparation for Hansi Flick's sophomore season continues in Asia, with the Spanish champions making their summer debut on Sunday.

The 2024–25 season proved remarkable for the Blaugrana following Xavi's exit, and they face significant challenges to replicate such success in 2025–26. While Flick's core roster remains largely unchanged, the team has strengthened with several important signings.

These new recruits traveled to Japan, and fans are excited to see them in action for the first time this weekend.

Here's your guide to watching Vissel Kobe vs. Barcelona on television and via live streaming.

When Does Vissel Kobe vs. Barcelona Start?

How to Stream Vissel Kobe vs. Barcelona Live

Limited streaming options exist worldwide for this exhibition match, though fans can access the game through Barcelona's Culers Premium membership platform, available for purchase on the official club site.

Annual memberships are priced at €39.99 (£34.89 / $46.90).

DAZN offers complimentary streaming of the match, while US viewers can watch through Paramount+ and CBS Sports Golazo.

What's Ahead for Barcelona and Vissel Kobe?

Barcelona's Asian tour moves to South Korea, where they'll contest two additional matches before heading home for the Joan Gamper Trophy.

Flick's team will face FC Seoul and Daegu to wrap up their summer travels, with Cesc Fàbregas' Como serving as their Gamper opponents.

Barcelona's La Liga season opener is scheduled against Mallorca on August 16.

Regarding Vissel Kobe, they enjoy a brief respite before returning to J1 League competition. Following Sunday's exhibition, the Japanese table-toppers meet Toyo University in Emperor's Cup action on August 6, then resume league play against Machida Zelvia four days afterward.