Barcelona cancel Morocco friendly over border crisis

Spanish football giants Barcelona have canceled their pre-season friendly against Moroccan club Ittihad Riadi Tangier due to concerns over the ongoing border crisis in Ceuta. The match, originally scheduled for August 15 in Tangier, was called off by the club due to the uncertainty surrounding the situation. Barcelona stated that playing the match would be inappropriate given the current circumstances.

The conflict in Ceuta, a Spanish territory on the North African coast, has drawn international attention due to a surge in migrant crossings from Morocco, leading to diplomatic and security concerns. Despite not disclosing the specific reason for the cancellation, reports indicate that the decision is linked to the tensions in Ceuta.

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