Xavi’s squad already has a clear view of its competition in the Champions League. As the 2023/24 season unfolds, Barcelona enters the group stage with a sharpened focus and a fresh set of goals after recent exits. UEFA revealed the eight groups for the group phase on Thursday, August 31, when the draw determined the European pool Barcelona would navigate. This is a pivotal moment for the Catalans, who aim to advance further in continental play this season.
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Having been eliminated from the group stage in two straight campaigns, the club from Catalonia is intent on turning the page and chasing a deeper run in the new European campaign. Barcelona’s Group H comprises Porto from Portugal, Shakhtar Donetsk from Ukraine, and Royal Antwerp from Belgium, forming a trio of varied styles and dangers that will test the squad’s adaptability and resilience.
FC Barcelona’s rivals in Group H of the 2023-24 Champions League
- Porto
- Shakhtar Donetsk
- Royal Antwerp
Calendar, schedules, fixtures and dates of Group H
Details about matchdays, kickoff times, and the sequence of fixtures for Group H are structured to balance travel demands with competitive integrity. The schedule emphasizes a mix of home and away matches, ensuring fans from Canada and the United States can follow the action as Barcelona competes on the international stage. Observers will note how travel, rest periods, and fixture congestion can influence performance across the group.
Source: Goal