

87 photographs of Derry City versus the greats: Barcelona 2003
In August 2003 the mighty Barcelona arrived at the Brandywell for a challenge match against Derry City.
By Kevin Mullan
Published 11th Nov 2022, 13:47 BST
Updated 8th Feb 2023, 10:34 BST
The side featured some of the all-time greats, including Xavi Hernández, Andrés Iniesta and Carlos Puyol, who would go on to win every major honour in the global game.
Derry were beaten 5-0 on the day but what an occasion.

1. Peter 'Pizza' Hutton challenges Andrés Iniesta
Peter 'Pizza' Hutton challenges Andrés Iniesta Photo: Supplied

2. Ronaldinho and Xavier Hernández meet young Derry fans.
Ronaldinho and Xavier Hernández meet young Derry fans. Photo: Supplied


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