Barcelona: Ibrahim Diarra scores on first-team debut

24.07.26 FT Club Friendlies

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An electrifying debut under the spotlight. Ibrahim Diarra netted his first goal for Barcelona's senior team on July 24, 2026.

Handpicked by Hansi Flick to start against CE Europa (4-1), the 19-year-old Malian sensation kicked off Barça's preseason in stunning fashion.

Goal in the 13th minute

In a closed-door clash at the Ciutat Esportiva, Barcelona asserted their dominance with a 4-1 victory. Diarra, given the nod by the German coach, wasted no time. He opened the scoring in the 13th minute, becoming the first Catalan goalscorer of the 2026/27 preseason. Promoted to the first team at the start of the summer, the Mali U20 international is living up to all the hype after dazzling in the youth ranks.

Triumphant return after 9 months out

Diarra's journey commands respect. Sidelined by injury at the very start of preseason under Flick last year, he was forced to endure a lengthy wait. He finally returned to action on April 26 with Barcelona Atlètic, coming off the bench in a Segunda RFEF match.

Just four months later, he's already making his mark with the pros. Fast, powerful, and ambitious, Ibrahim Diarra is clearly aiming for the next level. The Malian star is off to a flying start in the blaugrana shirt.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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