FC Barcelona Dominates FC Seoul in Pre-Season Thriller (7-3)!

 

FC Barcelona Dominates FC Seoul in Pre-Season Thriller (7-3)!

Seoul, South Korea – July 31, 2025 – Football fans in Seoul were treated to an absolute goal-fest today as Spanish giants FC Barcelona clashed with South Korean K League 1 side FC Seoul in a highly anticipated pre-season friendly. In a match filled with attacking flair and plenty of goals, Barcelona emerged victorious with a commanding 7-3 scoreline at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.

The friendly served as an exciting fixture for both teams as they fine-tuned their squads ahead of their respective domestic seasons. For Barcelona, it was a chance to integrate new strategies under their coach and give valuable minutes to key players and promising youngsters. For FC Seoul, it was a fantastic opportunity to test themselves against one of Europe's elite clubs in front of their home crowd.

Early Barrage and Surprising Comeback

Barcelona wasted no time asserting their dominance, quickly going 2-0 up in the first half with goals from Robert Lewandowski and a brilliant strike from the young sensation Lamine Yamal. However, FC Seoul showed resilience, fighting back to level the score at 2-2 with impressive goals from Cho Young-wook and Yazan Al-Arab, delighting the home crowd and signaling that they weren't going to roll over easily.

Image 1: Lamine Yamal celebrating a goal for FC Barcelona against FC Seoul.

Barça's Second Half Masterclass

Despite Seoul's spirited comeback, Barcelona's quality shone through, particularly in the second half. The Catalans unleashed an offensive onslaught, with Ferran Torres bagging a brace. Other goals came from Andreas Christensen with a superb long-range strike, and a well-taken finish from Gavi. Even a late consolation goal from Jung Han-min for FC Seoul couldn't halt Barcelona's charge.

Image 2: Robert Lewandowski (FC Barcelona) in action during the match.

The match showcased Barcelona's attacking prowess, with various players getting on the scoresheet. It was a high-scoring affair that certainly entertained the over 62,000 fans in attendance.

Key Players and Performances

While it was a team effort, several Barcelona players stood out. Lamine Yamal's performance, in particular, caught the eye, reaffirming his status as one of football's most exciting young talents. Ferran Torres also had a strong outing with his two goals. For FC Seoul, their ability to get back into the game in the first half demonstrated their fighting spirit and individual quality.

Image 3: Jesse Lingard (FC Seoul) on the ball during the friendly.

What This Means for Both Teams

For FC Barcelona, this victory is a positive step in their pre-season preparations, building confidence and allowing the coaching staff to assess different player combinations and tactical approaches. They will now continue their Asian tour before returning to Europe.

For FC Seoul, while the result wasn't a win, the experience of playing against a top-tier European club in front of such a large crowd is invaluable. It provides crucial exposure and highlights areas for improvement as they focus on their K League 1 campaign. The goals they scored against a formidable opponent will also boost their attacking confidence.

Image 4: A wide shot of the Seoul World Cup Stadium packed with fans during the match.

Final Score: FC Seoul 3 - 7 FC Barcelona

It was a memorable pre-season encounter that delivered excitement and plenty of goals for football enthusiasts around the globe!