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AS Roma Negotiates Friendlies with Brighton and Barcelona
AS Roma is negotiating friendly matches with Brighton & Hove Albion and FC Barcelona for the upcoming pre‑season. The contacts are being arranged as part of the club's programme for the 2026/27 campaign.
The Giallorossi are finalising their season schedule ahead of the 2026/27 season. The schedule will incorporate the club's return to the Champions League.
The centenary year is approaching for the club. The planned friendlies will form part of the centenary celebrations.
Roma expects to confirm dates and venues in the coming weeks. The final programme will be released once negotiations conclude.
Including Brighton & Hove Albion and FC Barcelona provides high‑profile opposition from England and Spain. These fixtures will complement domestic preparations.
The friendlies aim to boost fan engagement and commercial activity ahead of the centenary year. The complete pre‑season calendar will be announced before the start of the 2026/27 season.