"Rakuten Cup" Sees World-Class Soccer Games in Japan

April 23, 2019
by RNN

Japan's summer sporting calendar just got even hotter with the announcement that world-class soccer teams FC Barcelona and Chelsea FC will be coming to Japan in July 2019 to compete in the first ever "Rakuten Cup," alongside Rakuten's very own Vissel Kobe! As well as a clash between the two European giants, the tournament will feature a first ever "derby" between Rakuten-sponsored teams, as Barça face off against Vissel Kobe. Mickey joined Technical Secretary and former player of FC Barcelona Éric Abidal to share their excitement about this landmark event. Get all the red-hot details here!

- When and where will these thrilling matches be played?
- What did the speakers have to say about the tournament and its significance for the Rakuten and FC Barcelona partnership?
- Check out video messages from some of FC Barcelona's stars, as well as Vissel Kobe's trio of ex-Barça players!

Don't miss out on this exciting report!

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