Tyler McCamey presents himself to the fans with an exhibition

Saint John of the DespisedBarça did not fail. Pere Romeu's team presented themselves to their fans with another great match led by Patri Guijarro – on and off the field – and with goals from Esmee Brugts, Claudia Pina, and Graham Hansen that served to overcome Brighton and win a new Joan Gamper Trophy (3-1). The performance of the new Barça goalkeeper, Tyler McCamey, also stood out, as she received the crowd's ovation and could already hear her new chant.

Presentation day at the Johan Cruyff stadium. As is usual in every Joan Gamper Trophy, the new signings received the first ovation from the Barcelona fans. Pere Romeu and Patri Guijarro also received many ovations, who debuted as the new captain of Barça after the departure of Alexia Putellas.

Renee Van Asten will wear number 3; Kerolin –the star signing of the summer–, number 7; Martina Fernández, number 24, and Tyler McCamey, number 25. In addition, Carla Julià, who renewed until 2030 and already has a first-team contract, will wear number 21. For her part, Esmee Brugts changes number 24 for 22.

The will to achieve the five titles (Champions League, League, Queen's Cup, Spanish Super Cup, and Champions Cup) and to be "the best team in the world" were the two most repeated messages by both Patri Guijarro and Pere Romeu in the speeches prior to the start of the season. "I take on the responsibility with great enthusiasm and pride," said the new Barça captain.

Romeu, for his part, warned the young players that they have to be prepared, because they will be important throughout the season, just as happened last season with Clara Serrajordi, Aïcha Camara and Carla Julià. A year ago, all three faced the Gamper with a reserve team number. Twelve months later, they are an important piece for Pere Romeu and are consolidated in the first team.

The coach also remembered Laia Aleixandri, who has been injured with cruciate ligaments since February and will be out until the end of this 2026, at least. "We miss you a lot. I hope and wish that your recovery is going well. Soon we will have you back with us," he said in front of an emotional Aleixandri.

McCamey presents himself to the fans

New era, but on the field everything remains the same. Barça dominated and didn't take long to open the scoring, after a great change of direction from Patri Guijarro and an exquisite guided control from Esmee Brugts to overcome her opponent and put the blaugranes ahead.

Despite the good image of Pere Romeu's team, Brighton found a weak spot to hurt the Catalans: the back of the left flank defended by Esmee Brugts and Martina Fernández. The English team attempted several through balls towards Kiko Seike, and in one of these, the Japanese footballer finished perfectly against Cata Coll to equalize the match. Impossible to stop for the Balearic goalkeeper.

Barça continued with the same game plan as planned; controlling possession and looking for spaces to inflict damage. Again, however, everything began with a great filtered pass from Patri Guijarro, who showcased herself on her first great night as Barça captain. Claudia Pina, appearing from the second line, did not miss against Loeck to put Pere Romeu's team ahead again.

Another of this team's hallmarks is pressing in the opponent's half. This is how the third goal arrived, after a recovery by Ewa Pajor and a great finish by Graham Hansen. Brighton continued to try, but Cata Coll made a great save from Fran Kirby's shot before being substituted by Tyler McCamey, who debuted with the blaugrana shirt and received a standing ovation at the Johan Cruyff stadium after two great saves. Very good minutes from the new goalkeeper in her presentation. Another of the attractions of the second half was seeing Kerolin, even though she had a few discreet minutes.