AFCON 2025
Barcelona rounded off their pre-season in style with a commanding 5–0 victory over Italian side Como to lift the Joan Gamper Trophy, giving new manager Hansi Flick his first silverware in charge.
The Blaugrana were in control from the outset, pressing high and moving the ball with pace to dismantle their opponents in front of a jubilant Estadi Johan Cruyff crowd.
Fermín López opened the scoring early before doubling his tally with another composed finish, earning the Man of the Match award for his sharp movement and energy.
Raphinha made it 3–0 after latching onto a clever pass from summer signing Marcus Rashford, and teenage sensation Lamine Yamal struck just before half-time to extend the lead.
Yamal added his second shortly after the restart, completing a brace that underlined his growing importance in the team.
The match also brought a sentimental subplot, with former Barça midfielder Cesc Fàbregas returning as Como’s coach and ex-captain Sergi Roberto featuring against his old club for the first time.
With 20 goals scored in four pre-season outings and another trophy in the cabinet, Barcelona head into the La Liga season full of confidence, buoyed by a squad blending established stars with exciting young talent.
Post-match, Fermín López ended transfer speculation by declaring: “I want to stay here, and I will. Playing here is my dream.”
