Hamza Abdulkarim Makes First Official Barcelona Appearance Against Rio Vicalco
Egyptian striker Hamza Abdulkarim made his official debut for Barcelona on the iconic Camp Nou, coming on in the 86th minute to replace Raphinha during the La Liga clash against Rio Vicalco.
Match details
Abdulkarim entered the pitch in the 86th minute, helping bolster the attack as Barcelona secured a 2-0 victory over the visitors in the third round of the Spanish league.
Following the game, Barcelona posted a photo on X with the caption "A good start... the future will be brighter and better, Hamza," expressing optimism about the newcomer’s prospects.
Background
Prior to this official appearance, Abdulkarim participated in the club’s pre‑season training and scored in friendly matches, including a goal against Swiss side Basel, earning the coaching staff’s confidence.
Fans look forward to his continued contributions as he aims to help Barcelona achieve further success.
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