Lamine Yamal's two-goal masterclass sets the tone for Barcelona in ruthless demolition of Jesse Lingard's FC Seoul as lively Marcus Rashford bags first assist for new club

Lamine Yamal scored twice and Marcus Rashford bagged an assist as Barcelona thrashed Jesse Lingard's FC Seoul 7-3 in their latest pre-season outing.

### Yamal’s Brilliance Lights Up ‘s Pre-Season Triumph Over

Barcelona kicked off their Asian tour with a dazzling display of attacking prowess, dismantling FC Seoul in a high-scoring friendly that showcased the team’s emerging stars and new signings. With standout performances from young talents and strategic additions, the Catalan giants signaled their intent for the upcoming season, blending youthful energy with experienced flair in a match that ended 7-3.

  • Barcelona triumphs over FC Seoul with a 7-3 scoreline in exhibition match
  • Yamal and Torres each net doubles during the victory
  • Rashford secures his initial assist in Barcelona colors

Lamine Yamal's two-goal masterclass sets the tone for Barcelona in ruthless demolition of Jesse Lingard's FC Seoul as lively Marcus Rashford bags first assist for new clubLamine Yamal's two-goal masterclass sets the tone for Barcelona in ruthless demolition of Jesse Lingard's FC Seoul as lively Marcus Rashford bags first assist for new clubLamine Yamal's two-goal masterclass sets the tone for Barcelona in ruthless demolition of Jesse Lingard's FC Seoul as lively Marcus Rashford bags first assist for new clubLamine Yamal's two-goal masterclass sets the tone for Barcelona in ruthless demolition of Jesse Lingard's FC Seoul as lively Marcus Rashford bags first assist for new club

#### Barcelona’s Early Dominance Led by Lamine Yamal in FC Seoul Friendly

From the outset, Barcelona demonstrated their superior ball control, with Lamine Yamal delivering a clever backheel to set up , whose effort sailed just off target. The teenage sensation, already tipped as a strong contender for the , soon proved his worth by weaving past defenders and unleashing a powerful shot that hit the post, allowing Robert Lewandowski to slot home the opener-his inaugural strike of the campaign. Moments later, Yamal extended the advantage with an impressive strike from distance following a skillful dribble.

#### FC Seoul’s Resilient Comeback Challenges Barcelona

Despite the early setback, FC Seoul mounted a spirited response, netting twice within a brief span. The rally started after Yamal’s rare mistake in possession near his own area, enabling Cho Young Wook to capitalize with a precise finish. The equalizer followed a clever touch from Jesse Lingard, which orchestrated a smooth team move culminating in Yazan Al-Arab’s clinical strike past Barcelona’s custodian, Joan Garcia.

#### Yamal’s Heroics Restore Barcelona’s Lead Before Halftime

As the first half wound down, Yamal reignited Barcelona’s momentum in added time, courtesy of a pinpoint pass from Dani Olmo. The young forward feinted past a defender with a smart move and rifled in a fierce shot, securing his second goal and reclaiming the lead for the visitors.

#### Second-Half Surge Seals Barcelona Victory Over FC Seoul

Manager Hansi Flick introduced several substitutions post-interval, including the energetic Marcus Rashford on loan, who injected immediate vitality. The breakthrough came via Andreas Christensen’s stunning long-distance effort in the 55th minute, sparking a goal rush. Ferran Torres and contributed strikes soon after, though FC Seoul responded with a consolation from Han-min Jung. Torres sealed the deal by converting a precise delivery from Rashford, wrapping up a dominant 7-3 win.

#### Standout Performers: Lamine Yamal and Gavi Shine in Barcelona’s Friendly Win

Echoing his impact from the previous campaign, Lamine Yamal dominated proceedings in the opening period, assisting the first goal and adding two of his own before being substituted at halftime, virtually guaranteeing him the match’s top honors. Gavi, recovering from a injury-plagued 2024-25 season, dictated play in midfield during the latter stages and notched Barcelona’s sixth, signaling a promising return to peak condition. Recent stats highlight Yamal’s rise, with him contributing to over 20 goals in club and international play last season, underscoring his growing influence.

#### Key Contributions from Barcelona Newcomers and Reserves

Goalkeeper Joan Garcia faced a relatively quiet outing against FC Seoul, but Marcus Rashford marked his Barcelona debut memorably by providing the assist for the final goal to Torres. Roony Bardghji had limited touches, though his errant backpass to Wojciech Szczesny nearly gifted Seoul a scoring chance, reminiscent of tight defensive lapses seen in Barcelona’s recent pre-season drills.

#### Emerging Talent: Jofre Torrents Impresses in Barcelona Setup

Young prospect Jofre Torrents, often compared to emerging stars like Dro Fernandez, displayed his potential at left-back by delivering a key assist for Torres’ opening goal, adding depth to Barcelona’s defensive options amid their 2025 squad rebuild.

#### Barcelona’s Upcoming Fixtures After FC Seoul Friendly

Following this convincing performance, Barcelona concludes their Asian preseason with a matchup against on August 4, before returning home for the traditional Joan Gamper Trophy game versus Cesc Fabregas’ managed side.