Barcelona welcomes Atletico Madrid on September 12, 2026. The clash is definitely on.

It follows a failed transfer of Julian Alvarez. That controversy has damaged relations between the two clubs.

Sources say the matter is ongoing. The matchup will go ahead as planned.

Both sides will play on the grass. They do this regardless of the continued friction from the controversy.

The deal controversy stays unresolved. Nobody has cancelled the event.

The scheduled day stands. Supporters will witness the rivals face each other.