Yes, it was Barca’s first minutes of pre-season, but Vissel Kobe were slap bang in the middle of their league season, and are currently top of the league whilst chasing a three-peat of titles. However, only in the last few minutes of the first half when they scored the equaliser, had the hosts shown anything like the urgency required.

FC Barcelona cruised to a 3-1 victory over Japanese side Vissel Kobe during a pre-season friendly that saw two of their new signings make their club debuts.

Marcus Rashford made his debut for Barcelona against Vissel Kobe but only managed 33 minutes after being brought on at half-time.

FC Barcelona’s summer signing, Roony Bardghji, made an unforgettable debut at Noevir Stadium Kobe, scoring a significant goal in a 3-1 victory over Vissel Kobe. The 19-year-old Swedish winger showcased his immense potential in his first game for the team.

FC Barcelona held their first training session in Asia at the Noevir Stadium in Kobe today, featuring all three new additions to the squad this season: goalkeeper Joan Garcia and forwards Marcus

Marcus Rashford made his debut for Barcelona on Sunday, coming off the bench in a friendly win against Japanese side Vissel Kobe.