Abdelkarim Scores First Barça Goal

18-year-old Egyptian Hamza Abdelkarim scored his first goal for Barcelona's first team during the 2026-27 pre-season. The young forward converted a penalty that he had won himself, putting the Blaugrana level at 1-1 against Birmingham. catcross.org

Abdelkarim, who recently participated in the World Cup with Egypt, played 14 minutes in each of Egypt's four matches. His goal carries symbolic significance as it marks his transition from youth football to the senior team.