Overview
- Eric Garcia’s early goal put Barcelona ahead, but Taisei Miyashiro levelled just before half-time and second-half strikes by Roony Bardghji and Pedro Fernandez secured a 3-1 triumph.
- Barcelona overcame an initial cancellation over serious contractual breaches by the promoter to ensure the friendly went ahead at Misaki Park Stadium.
- A cyber-attack on the club’s streaming platforms during the match prompted a public apology and a mid-game switch to free live coverage on YouTube.
- Marcus Rashford made his Barcelona debut as a half-time substitute, playing 23 minutes before being replaced.
- Coach Hansi Flick confirmed that 17-year-old Roony Bardghji will join the first-team squad for the 2025-26 season following his goal-scoring debut.