Barca Shine In Asia
FC Barcelona delivered a spectacular attacking display in Seoul, South Korea, defeating FC Seoul 7–3 in a high-octane pre-season friendly at the Seoul World Cup Stadium. The match featured standout performances from Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, and Marcus Rashford, as Barça continued their Asian tour with flair and firepower.
Match Summary: Goals Galore in Seoul
- 8’ – Robert Lewandowski opened the scoring with a close-range finish after Yamal’s initial shot was parried.
- 14’ & 38’ – Lamine Yamal scored twice, including a stunning left-footed strike that marked his first goal wearing Barcelona’s iconic No.10 shirt, once worn by Lionel Messi3.
- 42’ & 45’ – Yazan Al-Arab and Cho Young-wook responded for Seoul, making it 3–2 at halftime.
- 52’ – Andreas Christensen headed in Barça’s fourth from a corner.
- 61’ – Ferran Torres added the fifth with a composed finish.
- 68’ – Gavi made it 6–2 with a curling effort from outside the box.
- 85’ – Jung Han-Min pulled one back for Seoul.
- 90+2’ – Ferran Torres scored again, this time assisted by Marcus Rashford, who delivered a precise through ball to cap off the scoring.
Lamine Yamal: The New No.10 Delivers
Yamal’s brace was the highlight of the night. The 18-year-old winger dazzled with his dribbling, creativity, and composure in front of goal. His performance drew comparisons to Messi, and fans were quick to hail him as the future of Barcelona.
Yamal’s Match Stats
| Category | Stat |
| Goals | 2 |
| Assists | 1 |
| Dribbles Completed | 5 |
| Key Passes | 3 |
| Shot Accuracy | 80% |
Tactical Notes: Flick’s System in Action
Manager Hansi Flick deployed a fluid 4-2-3-1 formation:
- Pedri and De Jong controlled midfield tempo.
- Yamal and Raphinha stretched the flanks.
- Lewandowski led the line with Rashford and Torres rotating in the second half.
The second half saw increased pressing and vertical play, with Barcelona dominating possession and chance creation.
Rashford’s Growing Influence
On loan from Manchester United, Marcus Rashford made his mark with a late assist to Ferran Torres. His pace and movement added a new dimension to Barça’s attack, and his chemistry with Torres and Yamal is already showing promise.
Final Thoughts
Barcelona’s 7–3 win over FC Seoul was more than a friendly—it was a statement of attacking intent. With Yamal stepping into the No.10 role, Rashford integrating smoothly, and Flick’s system clicking, the Blaugrana look ready to challenge on all fronts in the 2025/26 season.
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