The FC Barcelona U19A team continued their strong performance in the UEFA Youth League, securing a convincing 2-0 victory over Brest in their fifth group match. Following an initial setback against Monaco, the young Barça players have bounced back with impressive wins against Young Boys, Bayern Munich, and Crvena zvezda. This latest triumph further solidifies their chances of advancing in the competition.
From the outset, Barça demonstrated their determination, with an early yellow card issued to Brest’s Botz for a reckless tackle on Barça center-back Saca. Saca quickly turned the momentum in Barça’s favor, scoring an excellent header from a corner delivered by Jofre Torrents in the 10th minute, putting his team up 1-0.
Through the remainder of the first half, Barça maintained control, dominating possession and limiting Brest’s opportunities. The French goalkeeper emerged as Brest’s standout player, making several crucial saves to keep the scoreline respectable. Meanwhile, Barça’s Jan Virgili showcased his skill and creativity on the left wing, contributing significantly to his team’s offensive pressure. The first half ended with Barça leading 1-0, with hopes of increased efficiency in the second half.
The second half mirrored the first, with another corner kick leading to Barça’s second goal. Just ten minutes in, Saca’s corner was parried by the Brest keeper, but Juan Hernández was quick to react, scoring on the rebound to extend the lead to 2-0 in the 54th minute.
Though Brest increased their attacking efforts and posed some threats, Barça’s defense, led by Belletti, remained steadfast, while their offense continued to find opportunities to strike. This victory marks four consecutive wins for the U19A squad, reinforcing their position in the UEFA Youth League standings. Their next challenge will be against Borussia Dortmund in Germany on December 11th.
Overall, the performance of the young Barça team is promising, displaying not only skill and teamwork but also a resilient spirit. As they prepare for their upcoming match, fans can remain hopeful that this momentum will carry them further in their campaign.
MATCH STATS:
Barça U19A 2 – Brest 0
Goals: Saca (10′), Juan Hernández (54′).
Referee: Simani P. Yellow cards: Botz, Saca, Deville.