Egyptian player Hamza Abdel Karim, Barcelona's Spanish striker, stole the spotlight after participating in the Catalan team's official photoshoot in preparation for the new 2026–2027 UEFA Champions League season.
Hamza Abdel Karim during Barcelona's photoshoot
Hamza Abdel Karim appeared wearing the Barcelona jersey during the team's special photoshoot, having successfully earned the trust of Hans Flick, Barcelona's head coach, throughout the preparatory period.
He made his official debut with Barcelona's first team by participating in the match against Rayo Vallecano as part of the third round of the Spanish La Liga competition.
Hamza Abdel Karim... Egypt's hope in the Champions League
The new season of the UEFA Champions League witnesses a notable absence of Egyptian players, following Omar Marmoush's loan move from Manchester City to Tottenham, and Mohamed Salah's departure from Liverpool.
All eyes now turn to Barcelona's rising talent Hamza Abdel Karim, regarded as Egypt's sole representative in the UEFA Champions League.
To watch the photoshoot, click here.
