By Abdulrahman Samer | Pressbee
BARCELONA — Football fans are in for a thrilling evening as Spanish giants FC Barcelona take on Italian side Como in the final of the 2025 Joan Gamper Trophy, held at the Johan Cruyff Stadium in Barcelona.
The annual competition, named after the club’s Swiss founder Hans-Max Gamper, serves as both a tribute and a curtain-raiser for the Catalan side ahead of the new season. For Barcelona, it’s a chance to showcase their revamped squad and give fans a first look at summer signings. For Como, it’s an opportunity to prove themselves against one of the biggest clubs in the world.
Match Date and Time
The final will be played on Sunday, August 10, 2025, with kick-off times as follows:
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8:00 PM — Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia
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9:00 PM — Sudan, Libya
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10:00 PM — Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, Bahrain, Palestine
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11:00 PM — UAE, Oman
How to Watch
Fans can watch the match live on Barça TV, the official channel of FC Barcelona, which will also provide pre-match and post-match coverage.
Venue
The match will take place at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, one of Barcelona’s premier facilities and the traditional host of the Joan Gamper Trophy.
Team Form and Stats
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Barcelona: 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five games an indicator of strong pre-season form.
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Como: Matching Barcelona’s record with 4 wins and 1 loss, setting up a potentially balanced contest.
Why It Matters
While the Joan Gamper Trophy is officially a friendly competition, its prestige among Barcelona supporters is undeniable. It offers the squad a vital test before the competitive season begins and boosts morale with a potential trophy lift in front of home fans. Como, meanwhile, will see this as a rare opportunity to measure their progress against European football royalty.
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