Dean Brennan to host pre-match event ahead of Carabao Cup tie
Barnet FC manager will speak at The Hive before the club's first-round match against Cambridge United
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Barnet Football Club manager Dean Brennan will host a pre-match event at The Hive on 13 August 2026. The event precedes the club’s Carabao Cup first-round fixture against Cambridge United, which kicks off at 19:45.
Barnet FC published the announcement on their official website on 7 August 2026. The club stated the event is part of their matchday programme for the tie, though they have not confirmed whether separate tickets will be required for the pre-match gathering.
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The match against Cambridge United marks Barnet FC’s first competitive fixture in the 2026-27 Carabao Cup. The Hive, located in Canons Park, Edgware, will host the event and the subsequent match. Barnet FC have not yet released further details on the structure of the pre-match event or whether it will be open to all ticket holders.
Fans seeking updates are advised to check the club’s official website or social media channels. Barnet FC’s next league fixture is scheduled for 16 August 2026, when they travel to face Hartlepool United in the National League.
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+When is the Carabao Cup match between Barnet FC and Cambridge United?
The match is scheduled for 13 August 2026, with kick-off at 19:45 at The Hive in Canons Park, Edgware. It is Barnet FC’s first-round fixture in the competition.
+Will Dean Brennan’s pre-match event require separate tickets?
Barnet FC has not confirmed whether separate tickets will be needed for the pre-match event. Fans should check the club’s official website or social media for updates before attending.
+Where is The Hive located?
The Hive is Barnet FC’s home ground, situated in Canons Park, Edgware. It will host both the pre-match event and the Carabao Cup match against Cambridge United.
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