in a match that marked the farewell of the . At the time, one of the highlights was the Brazilian Geovani Junior24, who began the confrontation as a starter. In an exclusive interview with the striker revealed behind the scenes of his experience by facing one of the best teams in the world.
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Realization of a dream? 💭
– No doubt it was a big dream come true. A moment that will be forever marked in my story. There was a time when I looked like I was inside a video game, as if playing FIFA. It was special to share the lawn with these players, with the Barcelona athletes. No doubt we can grow a lot playing against them, because we know the level they have, both in collective and individual.
What caught my attention most about Barcelona’s team was the switch of rapid passes, the intelligence with which they think each move, and undoubtedly the accuracy of the passes.
Exchange of shirts with stars 🔵🔴
– Before the initial whistle, just before the game begins, I changed a quick idea with the beaten. After the game, I and the other Brazilians of my team also talk to him. He treated us very well, with great affection. He is an exceptional guy, both on and off the field. I managed to change shirts with him and also with Yamal.
Positive balance? ✔️
“I think in this match we understand that when we are focused and with the right intensity, we can produce a good football.” In the first 20 minutes, we were able to create good plays and were well positioned on the field. I believe we can compete at a high level and reach much more than the position we are at the moment.
Who is Geovani Junior? ⚽
Born in Marabá, Pará, Geovani built his career away from Brazilian lawns. Without ever working professionally for clubs in the country, he started his career in the social project Cacimbãoraised by his father and uncle, still in his hometown. It was discovered by Barcelona-SP from Sorocaba and, still in youth, went to Portugal in search of opportunities in European football.
On Portuguese soil, he played four seasons for Famalicãowhere it debuted as a professional, and remained for another year in team B of Vitória de Guimarães. In 2023, he went to Ukraine and defended the Oleksandriya For two seasons, being national runner-up last season. In 2025, he started a new career chapter by signing with the Daegufrom South Korea. See the athlete’s career numbers:
🎮 67 games (25 as a starter)
⚽ 3 goals
⏱️ 45 minutes in the field per game
🥅 1.1 finishes per game (0.4 in the goal)
🎯 0.3 Decisive passes per game
💨 68% efficiency in dribbles
🤕 1.4 Faults suffered per game
📈 Sofscore’s note: 6.78
How was the match between Daegu and Barcelona? 👀
1️⃣ First time
Confirming favoritism, the team led by Hansi Flick opened the scoring 21 minutes into the first half, with a beautiful goal of Gavi. The midfielder finished left leg outside the area, hitting the opposing goalkeeper.
Daegu tried to exert some pressure on Barcelona’s defense and performed well in the first 20 minutes of play. However, it was unable to create real opportunities to open the scoring.
Barcelona’s characteristic pressure has had an effect at 27 ′, resulting in a ball recovery in the offensive field after Daegu’s team error. In a fast counterattack, the Catalan team articulated a move on the left, which ended in a low cross for the endless Robert Lewandowski broaden the marker.
In inspired night, Gavi shone again. After receiving a depth pass on the right side, shirt 6 covered the goalkeeper with a subtle touch right, in a bid that refers to the golden times of Lionel Messi No Club.
2️⃣ Second Time
In the second half, the German coach opted for a completely new lineup, promoting the replacement of the 11 holders. With an environment conducive to the preparation for the season, the team kept the pace and continued to mark.
The fourth goal was signed by La Masia, the Catalan base: after an engaging pass exchange, Toni Fernández He scored after a good exchange of passes. The fifth goal was especially symbolic – Marcus Rashford’s first goal with Barcelona’s shirt. The English striker received in the penalty mark and kicked hard, right -foot, to swing the nets and close the scoring. See the best moments below:
The match marked Barcelona’s third friendly in this preseason held in Asia. Previously, the team had already won the Vissel Kobefrom Japan, and the Seoulin South Korea, following a successful preparation under the Hansi Flick command. See how the matches were:
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