Barca will take on Japanese side Vissel Kobe in a season-ending friendly at the Japan International Stadium in Tokyo. The Blaugrana will face of J League team as they head into the off-season break

Vissel Kobe isn’t one of the biggest football clubs in Japan in terms of success in the domestic scene, but it has been around in the country’s top flight.

According to Sport, former player and Club legend Andres Iniesta could wear the club’s jersey during the friendly match, even if it would be for a few minutes. The 39-year-old midfielder joined the Japanese club after twenty-two years at Barcelona.

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And after five years at the, he is set to leave after confirming his exit in an emotional press conference. He won the Japanese Cup and the Super Cup.

Former midfielder Sergi Samper who is currently in the books of the Japanese club, is also expected to feature in the game. The defensive midfielder joined the club in 2019.

What is the kickoff time for the Vissel Kobe vs Barcelona friendly?

The match will take place on Saturday, June 6th, 2023, and will be played at the Japan International Stadium in Tokyo.

What is the kickoff time?

Based on your country’s time zone, Barca’s friendly with Vissel Kobe will kick off at 6:00 PM BST.

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Kickoff times around the world

UK: 6:00 PM (BST)

US: 1:00 PM (ET)

India: 10:30 PM

Saudi Arabia: 8:00 PM

Spain: 7:00 PM

Nigeria: 6:00 PM