Patri Guijarro’s captaincy debut fuels Barça’s Gamper triumph

In the bustling Camp Nou training ground, Patri Guijarro lifted the captain’s armband for the first time as Barça faced Brighton & Hove Albion in the Gamper Femenino, securing a 3‑1 victory just over a week before the Liga F season begins.

A week before Liga F

The calendar shows a little more than a week until the start of the Liga F, and the champions across Europe are already preparing to repeat or even improve the records of an unforgettable season.

El Barça, despite not being at its best physical condition, entered the Gamper Femenino against a competitive Brighton & Hove Albion side and emerged victorious, reinforcing the club’s reputation for high‑press, fast‑ball football.

Patri Guijarro leads Barça to victory

Patri Guijarro, wearing the captain’s armband for the first time, delivered a masterful performance, directing the team’s high press, rapid ball movement and relentless search for space against the English defence.

Her incisive passes unlocked the opposition, leading to a 3‑1 win with goals from Brugts, Pina and Graham, while Brighton’s lone reply came from Seike, described as the most dangerous player on their side.

Brighton & Hove Albion proved a tough opponent, testing Barça’s defensive organization and highlighting the quality of Seike’s threat against the English back line.

The triumph underscores Barça’s identity and ambition as they look to carry the same intensity into the upcoming Liga F campaign, with Patri Guijarro’s leadership set to be a cornerstone.