Missed open goal stuns Barcelona teammates

A missed open goal during a pre-season win highlights both on-field moment and the club’s ongoing salary cap challenges.

Missed open goal stuns Barcelona teammates

In the Joan Gamper Trophy at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, Barcelona defeated Como 5-0 in their latest pre-season match. The on loan forward started and had already helped Raphinha before he faced an open net on the brink of half time. His left-footed effort slid wide, leaving teammates with their heads in their hands and prompting a quick substitution at the break when Ferran Torres came on. Fermin Lopez struck twice, with Yamal and Raphinha adding later goals to seal the score.

The miss stands out in a game that otherwise reinforced Barca's depth and attacking options. It also underlines the pressure on a loan signing to prove he belongs in a new setup. Off the field, the club is navigating La Liga salary cap rules that have delayed registration for Rashford and fellow summer addition Joan Garcia, complicating early-season planning. The match shows a squad that can raise intensity in attack, yet the season will hinge on resolving financial bottlenecks and integrating new players in time for competitive fixtures.

Highlights

The season will test Barca's balance between ambition and budget.