Barcelona delivered a commanding 6-0 victory over Daegu FC in their pre-season friendly on August 4, 2025, at DGB Daegu Bank Park in South Korea. The Spanish champions dominated the match from the outset, showcasing their attacking power and squad depth.
First Half Highlights
Gavi opened the scoring for Barcelona in the 21st minute with a left-footed shot from the edge of the box, capitalizing on a pass from Lamine Yamal.
Robert Lewandowski doubled the lead in the 27th minute, finishing off a pinpoint cross from Gerard Martín.
Just before halftime, Gavi struck again—this time chipping the ball over the onrushing Daegu goalkeeper to make it 3-0.
Second Half Action
Barcelona continued their onslaught after the break. In the 54th minute, 17-year-old Toni Fernández netted the fourth goal, capping off a slick move assisted by Dani Olmo.
Marcus Rashford, on loan from Manchester United, scored his first Barcelona goal with a clinical finish in the 65th minute after being set up by Eric Garcia.
The scoring was relentless as Barcelona’s attack created numerous chances, putting constant pressure on Daegu’s defense and goalkeeper.
Match Stats and Takeaways
Barcelona held a commanding 73% possession and registered 29 shots with 16 on target, compared to Daegu’s 2 shots and no efforts on target.
Gavi was named man of the match for his composed display and two well-taken goals.
The win capped a successful Asian pre-season tour for Barcelona, who featured a mix of established stars and emerging talents like Toni Fernández and Lamine Yamal.
Daegu FC, although showing resolution, struggled to contain Barcelona’s fluid and creative offense.
This emphatic win sends Barcelona home with confidence, having demonstrated their quality and depth ahead of the upcoming campaign. The match also gave fans a glimpse of new signings and future stars performing on the international stage.
