Barcelona Make a Statement with 7–3 Win Against FC Seoul in Preseason Friendly
Barcelona delivered an emphatic performance against FC Seoul at the Seoul World Cup Stadium on July 31, completing their second match of the Asian tour with a headline scoreline of 7–3.
First-Half Onslaught
Robert Lewandowski got things started early, finishing inside the box at the 8th minute to put Barça ahead 1–0.
Just six minutes later, Lamine Yamal, wearing the iconic No. 10 jersey for the first time, dashed into space and netted a stunning solo goal to extend the lead.
Despite the dominant start, Seoul struck twice before halftime, with goals from Cho Young‑Wook and Yazan Al‑Arab—bringing the score level at 2–2 by the 45th minute.
Before the break, Yamal added a second goal, restoring Barça’s lead to 3–2 and taking the scoring edge into halftime.
Complete Domination in the Second Half
Manager Hansi Flick rotated his entire lineup during the break, bringing in fresh legs including Ferran Torres, Andreas Christensen, Gavi, and Marcus Rashford.
In the second half, Christensen scored to make it 4–2, followed by Gavi and a powerful brace from Ferran Torres, who sealed the match at 7–3 in Barcelona’s favor.
What This Means
This was Barcelona’s second straight preseason win, following a 3–1 victory over Vissel Kobe in Japan, marking an unbeaten run as they continue their Asian tour.
The match highlighted Barcelona’s attacking depth: Yamal, Lewandowski, and Torres all delivered goals, while substitutes kept the momentum going.
Despite the scoreline, defensive issues persisted, FC Seoul capitalized on several offside miscommunications, scoring three times thanks in part to lapses in Barcelona’s line coordination.
Additional Notes & Context
Lamine Yamal’s standout performance earned plaudits, he debuted the No. 10 shirt and delivered two crucial goals in rapid-fire fashion.
Hansi Flick spoke ahead of the match about the squad’s impressive depth, noting the challenge of managing positions that are every crowded, but expressing confidence in every player’s readiness.
Deco, Barcelona’s sporting director, was spotted in Seoul overseeing the club’s planning and logistics, underscoring the importance of this tour in their broader preseason strategy.