On video: with a touch from Hamza, Barcelona win the Joan Gamper Trophy at Al Ahly's expense
Barcelona defeated Al Ahly 2-1 to win the Joan Gamper Trophy in a friendly match held at the Spotify Camp Nou. Young forward Hamza Abdelkarim scored the winning goal for the Spanish side.
Why it matters
The match highlights the international reach of European football clubs and their engagement with global fanbases through exhibition tournaments.
On video: with Hamza's mark, Barcelona clinch the Joan Gamper Trophy at Al-Ahly's expense Barcelona Barcelona vs Al Ahly SC Al Ahly SC Club Friendlies H. Abdelkarim Raphinha Spain Egypt Brazil Zizou's goal was not enough
Barcelona edged out Egyptian visitors Al Ahly 2-1 in an official friendly at the Spotify Camp Nou on Wednesday, with the two sides meeting in the Joan Gamper Trophy.
A big crowd watched a tight tactical battle between the Spanish and African champions. The Blaugrana struck twice in the first half before Al Ahly pulled one back early after the break.
The Red Devils came out swinging. Al Ahly bared their teeth in the 13th minute, pressing high and hard on the Barcelona defence to disrupt the build-up from the back and strangle Catalan possession early.
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