FC Barcelona v Inter Milan 29th August Camp Nou.

This is a traditional season curtain raiser where the blaugrana invite a top side to the Camp Nou and give fans the chance to see the new players on display before the campaign really gets under-way. Italian champions Inter Milan will be the opponents this year and we will be able to see how Thierry Henry et al succeed against a typically tight Serie A defence.

 
The opposition - Inter

The Nerazzurri swept to the title last season partly thanks to the penalties imposed on AC Milan and Juventus for match fixing. Coach Roberto Mancini though has a formidable squad who will be the team to beat in Italy next season and also one of the favourites for the Champions League. They have a well-marshalled defence led by the imposing Marco Materazzi and Patrick Vieira adds toughness and quality in midfield while upfront Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Adriano and Hernan Crespo will worry the best back-lines. Of course all eyes will be on Luis Figo, if he plays, who of course has never been forgiven for his defection to arch-enemies Real Madrid.

The club has organised an evening for the family with games and a concert. Doors open at 6pm, then the new players will be presented at 9.30pm before kick-off. 

Prices (euros)

                                    members                       public

Central Tribune              68                                 90

Tribune                          50                                 67

Lateral                          39                                 52

Goals                            28                                 37

General                         19                                 25

Members have a 25% discount for the match and can also buy two further tickets.

Read about how to purchase tickets here.

Enjoy the game...

Tim Hanlon