FC Barcelona began the 2025–26 pre-season on a high by beating Japanese champions Vissel Kobe 3–1 in Kobe. Goals from Eric García, debutant Roony Bardghji, and academy star Pedro “Dro” Fernández sealed a confident win as the team debuted their new signings and mix of youth under manager Hansi Flick.
With solid performances from the bench and strong debuts by emerging talents, it’s clear that Barca’s blend of experience and youth might define a promising new season for the Catalan giants.
🔥 Match Report
FC Barcelona kicked off their 2025–26 pre-season tour with a convincing 3–1 victory over reigning J1 League champions Vissel Kobe in Japan The Sun+15Barca Blaugranes+15Wikipedia+15.
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Eric García opened the scoring in the 33rd minute, capitalizing on a set‑piece scramble ESPN.com+3FC Barcelona+3myKhel+3.
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Just before halftime, Taisei Miyashiro equalized for Kobe following a defensive lapse by Barcelona Diario AS+5FC Barcelona+5myKhel+5.
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In the second half, Roony Bardghji, the 19‑year‑old new signing from FC Copenhagen, struck in the 77th minute, assisted by Robert Lewandowski YouTube+15Barca Blaugranes+15ESPN.com+15.
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Pedro “Dro” Fernández, the La Masia academy prospect, sealed the win with a late 87th‑minute strike Barca Blaugranes+1Diario AS+1.
Player Highlights
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Roony Bardghji made an immediate impact in his Barcelona debut, scoring the go-ahead goal within minutes of entering and firmly announcing his presence OmniGoal.
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Pedro “Dro” Fernández impressed with a composed finish to close the match—only his second first-team appearance Omni+11El País+11FC Barcelona+11.
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Marcus Rashford, also debuting for Barça, featured for nearly 30 minutes and nearly assisted Bardghji before being substituted Wikipedia+12ESPN.com+12Diario AS+12.
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