Barcelona triumphs in the Joan Gamper Trophy match against Como, with a 5-0 victory, thanks to double goals from Fermin and Yamal.
FC Barcelona kicked off their pre-season campaign with a resounding 5-0 victory over Como 1907 in the Joan Gamper Trophy match, played at Estadi Johan Cruyff in Barcelona, Spain.
The game began with both teams showcasing their squad changes made over the summer. Barcelona's predicted starting XI included Wojciech Szczesny, Alejandro Balde, Pau Cubarsi, Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde, Gavi, Frenkie de Jong, Raphinha, Pedri, Lamine Yamal, and Marcus Rashford. On the other hand, Como's predicted starting XI included Jean Butez, Mergim Vojvoda, Ignace Van Der Brempt, Marc-Oliver Kempf, Alex Valle, Nico Paz, Maximo Perrone, Martin Baturina, Jayden Addai, Anastasios Douvikas, and Assane Diao.
Fermin Lopez opened the scoring for Barcelona at the 21st minute, doubling the lead at the 35th minute. Raphinha scored the third goal shortly before halftime, assisted by Marcus Rashford. The fourth goal came near the end of the first half, scored by Lamine Yamal, who went on to complete his brace early in the second half.
Goalkeeper Joan Garcia kept a clean sheet and made important saves during his debut, showcasing his potential in the upcoming season. Sergio Roberto received a standing ovation upon substitution, marking his return to the club.
Rashford missed a goal opportunity in the first half, but his performance up top for Barcelona was noteworthy. Lamine Yamal scored his second and FC Barcelona's fifth goal, securing a comfortable win for the Catalan giants.
The match ended with FC Barcelona lifting the Joan Gamper Trophy, marking the end of their pre-season. The game was played at 12:30 AM IST, with Barcelona's high-intensity pressing, clinical finishing, and the impact of young talent on full display as they gear up for the upcoming LaLiga season.
[1] Estadi Johan Cruyff, Barcelona, Spain - The venue for the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and Como 1907. [2] FC Barcelona's predicted starting XI - The starting lineup for Barcelona, including Wojciech Szczesny, Alejandro Balde, Pau Cubarsi, Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde, Gavi, Frenkie de Jong, Raphinha, Pedri, Lamine Yamal, and Marcus Rashford. [3] Como's predicted starting XI - The starting lineup for Como, including Jean Butez, Mergim Vojvoda, Ignace Van Der Brempt, Marc-Oliver Kempf, Alex Valle, Nico Paz, Maximo Perrone, Martin Baturina, Jayden Addai, Anastasios Douvikas, and Assane Diao. [4] Significant squad changes for both teams - Information about the squad changes made by both Barcelona and Como during the summer. [5] First fixture between Barcelona and Como - This was the first time the two teams faced each other in a competitive match.
- The resounding 5-0 victory for FC Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy match took place at Estadi Johan Cruyff, Barcelona, Spain, a European sports venue renowned for hosting high-profile matches.
- Fielding their revamped squad, FC Barcelona's predicted starting XI, which boasted international players like Marcus Rashford, Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong, Ronald Araujo, and many others, dominated the game with their exceptional health and skill in sports.
- Meanwhile, Como 1907, facing FC Barcelona for the first time in a competitive fixture, put up a fight with their predicted starting XI, composed of players like Jean Butez, Mergim Vojvoda, and Assane Diao, showcasing the depth of talent across European-leagues.
