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Barcelona Storm Looms as Egypt and Spain Target World Cup Prep

29 March 2026

Barcelona Storm Looms as Egypt and Spain Target World Cup Prep
Barcelona hosts the Egypt–Spain clash as fans flock for a World Cup 2026 warm-up.

Barcelona Clash Set to Light Up World Cup Prep

The Egypt national team's clash with Spain is buzzing with huge fanfare ahead of the friendly as part of World Cup 2026 preparations.

Egypt will meet Spain on Tuesday evening at RCDE Stadium, the home of Espanyol.

According to Spanish daily OkDiario, tickets have sold out, signaling a massive turnout as the stadium is expected to be filled to the rafters for the eagerly awaited friendly.

Barcelona is buzzing, especially with Spain returning to Catalonia after a four-year absence since their last appearance in 2022 against Albania.

The report adds that the Spanish federation was initially worried about weak attendance, but interest surged from the moment tickets went on sale, pleasing the officials who organized the match.

Meanwhile, Egypt's delegation arrived in Spain from Jeddah after a seven-hour journey, preparing for the clash, following their 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia in the latest friendly.

The delegation is accompanied by several federation officials as part of serious preparations for this stern test for the Pharaohs before major upcoming fixtures.

P.S. If Salah scores, the fans will celebrate like it's a World Cup and a payday at once. If not, the scoreboard still makes a great doorstop.

Also, Barca's stadium is so loud that even the echo wants a selfie.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is playing in the match?

Egypt national team versus Spain national team.

Where is the match held?

RCDE Stadium in Barcelona, home of Espanyol.

What is the match for?

A World Cup 2026 preparation friendly.

Has the match sold out?

Yes, reports indicate tickets sold out per OkDiario.