The Joan Gamper Trophy is an annual competition hosted by Barcelona, named in honour of the club’s founder, Joan Gamper.
Barcelona faced Como 1907 in the Joan Gamper Trophy.
Barcelona unveiled the new kit and new signings before the game.
The game was a strong domination from the blaugranas, with a goal from Raphinha and brace from Fermin and Lamine Yamal who donned his new number.
Joan Garcia, Barcelona’s new goalkeeping signing. Carrying millions of expectations, coming from Barcelona’s arch rivals and saving them from relegation. He started the game and kept a clean sheet.
The Italian visitors made a strong start with quick aggression, but Barcelona’s defence forced multiple offsides.
Barcelona’s high line proved effective yet again.
Barcelona were quick to increase their intensity leaving the visitors overwhelmed.
The first goal was from Fermin Lopez in the 21st minute.
Barcelona were now in the lead.
Fermin soon netted his second of the night in the 31st minute.
Not long after Barcelona were up 3 – 0 after a wonderful goal from Raphinha.
Minutes before the half time whistle, Yamal netted what was Barcelona’s 4th goal.
Barcelona went in at half time with a 4 goal lead.
Barcelona didn’t stop right there minutes after the start of the 2nd half Yamal scored his second and handed Barcelona a guaranteed victory.
Barcelona lifted the Joan Gamper Trophy, the first of this season. They have a lot more to come…
Sergi Roberto, a Barça legend was eventually substituted off for Fà bregas, receiving a standing ovation from the home fans for all his contributions as a Barça player.
Barça were crowned The Champions of the Joan Gamper Trophy.
This match was a combination of incredible attack, a high line with effective offside traps and pure dominance.
A true thriller to conclude Barcelona’s first Trophy of the Season✨
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