

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.

5. Garvan O'Doherty meets Frank Rijkaard
Garvan O'Doherty meets Frank Rijkaard Photo: Supplied

6. Patrick Kluivert training alongside Luis Enrique
Patrick Kluivert training alongside Luis Enrique Photo: Supplied

7. Liam Coyle is challenged by Patrick Andersson
Liam Coyle is challenged by Patrick Andersson Photo: Supplied

8. Barcelona take the field at the Brandywell
Barcelona take the field at the Brandywell Photo: Hugh Gallagher