BARBARIANS MEN AND WOMEN RETURN TO
ALLIANZ STADIUM, TWICKENHAM
TO CHALLENGE WALES IN A
SUMMER FESTIVAL OF RUGBY
BARBARIANS v WALES – MEN KO 2PM
BARBARIANS v WALES – WOMEN KO 5pm
INTERNATIONAL MEN’s & WOMEN’s DOUBLE HEADER
ONE TICKET – TWO MATCHES
LONDON, 27 January 2026
Barbarian F.C. is delighted to announce the return of both its Men’s and Women’s teams to Allianz Stadium, Twickenham for a Double Header against Wales on Saturday, 27 June 2026.
Tickets will go on general sale from 11am on Thursday, 29 January via Ticketmaster.co.uk and England Rugby, starting from just £40* for adults and £20* for under-16s.
The Barbarians and Wales share a long and proud history stretching back to their first meeting in 1915, with many Welsh greats having pulled on the famous black and white hoops of the Barbarians and fixtures between the two sides having always captured the imagination of rugby fans.
The match gives supporters the opportunity to gather together for an end of season Summer festival of rugby, showcasing the very best of the men’s and women’s game.
John Spencer, President of Barbarian F.C. commented, “Barbarians fixtures excite supporters like no other and being able to announce a double header encounter will only amplify that excitement.”
“Our men’s and women’s teams will be centre stage in a landmark day of rugby in London as we take on a true rugby nation, twice in one day – Wales. The day will be a prime example of what Barbarians F.C. stand for – flair, passion and the global spirit of the game.”
“This fixture will mark another chapter in our history. I’m excited to see the squads announced and we can’t wait to deliver a showcase of rugby that reflects the best of this great club.”
Fiona Stockley, Barbarians Women’s Lead and Committee Member remarked, “The Club is delighted to welcome the Welsh Women’s squad to the Allianz Stadium for a repeat of our double header fixture in 2019 at Principality Stadium; we see this second fixture as a measure of the rich history between the Barbarians Club and Welsh Rugby”
“The Barbarians spirit in every team assembled is all about flair, skill, and camaraderie, and we expect a truly entertaining brand of rugby from a rich squad of players. You can expect to see stars of both the global stage and the English PWR league in our women’s fixture, following on from an incredibly successful RWC 2025, which has increased visibility and participation levels for women and girls.”
Wales will use the away match in London as an important part of their preparations for the inaugural Nations Championship when they will face Southern Hemisphere rivals Fiji, Argentina and South Africa in consecutive weeks in July.
Wales Men’s Head Coach Steve Tandy said: “Playing against the Barbarians is always a very special occasion. They play with freedom and creativity and bring together some of the best players in the world. This is a game that will be an important part of our preparation as we gear up for the Nations Championship and I’m sure it will offer up some exciting action for fans.”
Sean Lynn, Wales Women’s Head Coach, said: “The Baabaas are a key part of rugby’s culture and history and have the ability to attract world class talent and we are delighted to have the opportunity to play them at the home of rugby.”
Tickets will go on general sale from 11am on Thursday, 29 January via Ticketmaster.co.uk and England Rugby, starting from just £40* for adults and £20* for under-16s. Hospitality packages are also available from £179+VAT PP, visit www.allianzstadiumtwickenham.com
*Booking fees apply.
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About Barbarian F.C.
Barbarian F.C. is affectionately known as the world’s most famous rugby club. Steeped in history, the Club dates back to 1890, born with a simple aim; to spread good fellowship by creating a team made up of the greatest rugby players from around the world. With neither ground nor clubhouse, its membership is by invitation only, and their jersey has always been black and white.
The Barbarians’ values are rooted in flair, courage, spirit and passion, alongside integrity, friendship and enjoyment. The Club aims to take the unique Barbarian brand of rugby and core values around the world through fixtures and supporting rugby through the Barbarians Rugby Charitable Trust.
Barbarian Women was formed in 2017, with their first fixture against Munster. The women’s side has since played the USA, England, Wales and South Africa.
Over the years, 34 different nationalities have represented the ‘BaaBaas’, and players from across the globe will once again come together in the week leading up to the fixture in June to form one formidable Barbarians squad to take on Wales.. www.barbarianfc.co.uk