Barcelona End Pre-Season in Style with 5-0 Gamper Trophy Win Over Como

FC Barcelona ended their pre-season in emphatic style on Saturday night, thrashing Como 1907 5-0 to lift the Joan Gamper Trophy at the Estadi Johan Cruyff. It was the perfect send-off before the La Liga opener, as Hansi Flick’s side delivered a ruthless attacking display.

Fermín López set the tone early, pouncing on Como’s defensive lapse to open the scoring. Minutes later, he doubled the lead with another sharp finish, underlining his growing importance in Barça’s midfield. Raphinha made it three before the break, capping off a fluid team move that left the Italian side chasing shadows.

The second half saw Lamine Yamal take centre stage. The 17-year-old sensation struck twice, first with a composed finish inside the box, then with a curling effort that drew one of the loudest roars of the night. His brace sealed a commanding win and confirmed Barça’s dominance from start to finish.

Como, back in Serie A for the first time in over two decades, had flashes of ambition but struggled to match Barcelona’s tempo. Managed by Cesc Fàbregas, the visitors found themselves under constant pressure, though their fans took pride in seeing their coach and squad test themselves against elite opposition.

There were emotional moments too. Former Barcelona captain Sergi Roberto, now with Como, came off the bench to warm applause from the home crowd. His return, along with Fàbregas’s presence on the touchline, gave the night a celebratory feel beyond the scoreline.

For Flick, this was the ideal final rehearsal. The pressing was sharp, the finishing clinical, and the youngsters fearless. With Mallorca awaiting in their La Liga opener, Barça look primed for a strong start. For Como, the defeat will serve as a valuable lesson in the realities of top-tier football.

The Gamper Trophy, once again, was more than a match — it was a statement. Barcelona are ready.