Marc Bernal reacts to Barcelona’s win over Valencia

17-year-old Marc Bernal has described his La Liga debut for Barcelona as a “dream come true” after he played against Valencia in the season opener on Saturday (August 17). The young midfielder was given a start in the match, lining up alongside Marc Casado. His composed performance helped Barcelona secure a 2-1 victory, earning the team three crucial points.

Following the match, Bernal took to social media to express his gratitude and excitement, emphasising how much it meant to him to represent Barcelona in Spain’s top-flight football. For the young player, stepping onto the pitch in a La Liga match was the realisation of a lifelong dream, and he made it clear that this moment was one he will cherish forever.

Speaking about the same, he stated, “After 11 years in the club of my life, my dream came true. A pride to be able to defend this shirt. Thank you very much to everyone who has made it possible. Visca Barça!”

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Bernal Eyes Regular Spot in Barcelona First-Team

Marc Bernal has been widely regarded as a promising talent for Barcelona and he will be aiming to secure a regular spot in the first-team squad this season. With his impressive debut performance, the young midfielder hopes to become a consistent presence in the line-up. Meanwhile, Barcelona’s upcoming match is against Athletic Club at Montjuic and there is a possibility that coach Hansi Flick will continue to include both Marc Casado and Bernal in his starting XI.

On the other hand, Barcelona’s focus on signing big-name players has stretched its finances, making it hard to register new players within salary limits. This situation has led them to rely on young talents, who have proven to be reliable.

Instead of pursuing costly signings, the club should consider giving more opportunities to these promising youth players. Early signs suggest that Hansi Flick might be doing this, possibly because there are no other options. In a challenging season with strong competition from Real Madrid, this approach could define Flick’s impact at Barcelona.