FC Barcelona vs Como 1907: Player Ratings from a Memorable Gamper Trophy Match
The air was electric at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys as FC Barcelona faced off against Como 1907 in the annual Joan Gamper Trophy. This match, steeped in tradition and nostalgia, not only marked the end of Barça's preseason but also brought back familiar faces—Cesc Fàbregas coaching Como and Sergi Roberto donning their colors. The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as fans gathered to witness this blend of past and present.
From kick-off, it was clear that Barcelona had come ready to make a statement. They dominated possession and showcased an attacking flair that left Como scrambling on the back foot. With a final scoreline of 5-0, let’s dive into how each player performed on this memorable night.
Player Ratings
FC Barcelona
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Marc-André ter Stegen (GK) - 8/10
Ter Stegen was largely untroubled throughout the match but made crucial saves when called upon, showcasing his reflexes during rare moments of pressure from Como. -
Jules Koundé (RB) - 9/10
A standout performance from Koundé who not only defended solidly but also contributed significantly to attack with overlapping runs down the right flank. -
Andreas Christensen (CB) - 8/10
Commanding at the back, Christensen read plays well and initiated several attacks from deep positions, proving instrumental in maintaining composure under minimal threat. -
Ronald Araújo (CB) - 8/10
Strong aerial presence combined with effective tackling ensured he kept any potential threats at bay while supporting offensive transitions seamlessly. -
Alejandro Balde (LB) - 9/10
Balde dazzled with his pace and dribbling ability down the left side; he provided width for Barca’s attack and even registered an assist for one of López's goals. -
Frenkie de Jong (CM) - 9/10
De Jong orchestrated play beautifully from midfield; his vision allowed him to find teammates effortlessly while contributing defensively when needed. -
Gavi (CM) - 8/10
Gavi displayed tenacity throughout; although less involved offensively than others, his work rate helped maintain pressure on Como’s defense consistently. -
Raphinha (RW) - 9/10
Raphinha shone brightly by scoring one goal himself while assisting another—a constant menace for defenders with his skillful dribbles cutting inside onto his stronger foot. -
Lamine Yamal (LW) - 9/10
The young prodigy impressed everyone again! His directness led to two goals including one spectacular finish that sent fans into raptures—the future looks bright! -
Marcus Rashford (CF) – N/A
Substituted early due to tactical changes after halftime without making significant impact before leaving field—hardly time enough for rating yet showed flashes pre-substitution which excited supporters nonetheless!
11.Iñaki Peña (Substitute GK) – N/A 12.Ansu Fati (Substitute Forward) – N/A
Como 1907
1.Marco Sportiello(GK)–6 / 20th minute subbed out 2.Alessandro Bastoni(DF)–6 3.Michele Di Gregorio(DF)–5 4.Sergio Ramos(DF)–5 5.Mattia Zaccagni(MF)–6 6.*Riccardo Orsolini *(FW)-4 7.Cesc Fabregas(Manager)-N/A
As we reflect on this encounter filled with joy reminiscent moments shared between players old & new alike—it serves as reminder just how much football means beyond mere results! While some may see numbers alone define success here today they tell story deeper still: connection forged through love game itself transcends rivalries built over years past creating memories cherished forevermore…