In the second half of the match, Rooney Bardozi and young talent Pedro Fernandez both scored to help Barcelona secure a 3-1 victory over Vissel Kobe on Sunday.
Marcus Rashford made his initial appearance as a player for Barcelona during the friendly, but it was Bardozi and academy graduate Fernandez who shone in the final quarter of the game.
Bardozi marked his debut with an impressive strike from inside the box, followed by Fernandez, who added another compelling goal to ensure the win.
Vissel Kobe’s Miyashiro had previously equalized after Eric García’s opening goal, leveling the score at halftime.
With no international tournaments and Barca’s absence in the Club World Cup this summer, coach Hanshiflik has had the luxury of tailoring the squad for their preseason tour in Asia.
This strategy was evident as the coach made 11 substitutions during the break, allowing all players some game time.
Rafinha created several early opportunities for Barca against goalkeeper Diamond Makawa, with García putting them ahead shortly after returning home with a close-range goal.
Just before halftime, Miyashiro equalized for Kobe, rebounding after an initial save from João García, who made his own debut for Barca after joining from Espanyol.
In the second half, both Dani Ormo and Rashford aimed to restore Barca’s lead, and Rashford played a role in the move that led to Bardozi’s goal.
An exciting moment came when Lewandowski facilitated a shot from 18 yards by Bardozi.
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Fernandez, a promising 17-year-old from La Masia, jumped from within the box to net a third goal, capping off an impressive first-team debut.
Barcelona’s preseason now heads to Korea, where they will compete against FC Seoul on Thursday and MB EG on Monday.
Fan Take: This victory is significant as it showcases the emerging talents within Barcelona’s ranks, signaling a hopeful future for the club. For soccer fans, witnessing young players thrive alongside established stars can lead to exciting developments in the sport’s landscape.
