Fri Dec 13 15:31:37 UTC 2024: ## Barça Legends Face Real Madrid Leyendas in Tokyo Showdown

**TOKYO, JAPAN** – FC Barcelona Legends are set to face off against Real Madrid Leyendas in an eagerly anticipated rematch this Sunday, December 15th, at 2 PM local time (6 AM CET) at the Ajinomoto Stadium. The match, a highly anticipated clash of footballing giants, will be broadcast live on Barça One.

This encounter marks the third game of the Barça Legends season and a repeat of their previous meeting in Doha two weeks ago, which ended in a 2-2 draw before Barça Legends secured victory on penalties. This time, however, the match boasts a significant boost to the Barça Legends lineup. Legendary midfielders Andrés Iniesta (No. 8) and Xavi Hernández (No. 6), along with defender Rafa Márquez, will make their debuts for the veteran team. They’ll join a star-studded squad including Rivaldo, Saviola, and Giuly.

Real Madrid Leyendas will also field a formidable team, including iconic players like Iker Casillas, Roberto Carlos, and Fabio Cannavaro.

Beyond the match itself, the Barça Legends will be engaging with local supporters, meeting with fan clubs from Japan and Shanghai, and interacting with children from Barça Academies in Yokohama and Katsushika. The event promises to be a celebration of football and a memorable experience for fans in Japan.

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