Royal Antwerp and FC Barcelona, though hailing from different footballing worlds, come together in a clash that embodies the beauty of European competition. These two clubs are set to bring their own unique narratives to the Bosuilstadion.
Based in Belgium, Royal Antwerp is a club with a rich history and passionate local support. While their European achievements may not rival the giants of the continent, they have left an indelible mark in Belgian football. The club's greatest moment in European football came in the 1992/93 European Cup Winners' Cup when they reached the final, unfortunately falling short against Parma.
On the other side of the pitch is FC Barcelona, a club who have taken a very different path on the European stage. The Camp Nou is home to five Champions League trophies, among many other international honours. Barcelona achieved tremendous success during the era of Leo Messi, and the club is still today renowned for its attractive “tiki-taka” style of football.
Royal Antwerp vs FC Barcelona Head to Head
Royal Antwerp and FC Barcelona renewed acquaintances in the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League, 58 years after their last meeting. The two clubs were drawn together in Group H alongside FC Porto and Shakhtar Donetsk. The Catalan giants thrashed Royal Antwerp 5-0 in the opening group game.
Their previous meeting came in the Fairs Cup in 1965, with Barcelona winning 3-2 on aggregate. It’s a David vs Goliath clash, and fans who want to witness it first-hand can buy Royal Antwerp vs FC Barcelona tickets on SeatPick.
Royal Antwerp vs FC Barcelona Connections
No player has represented both Royal Antwerp and FC Barcelona.
