As the Nobel Peace Prize winner is laid to rest today, we take a look back on the magical day he brought Barcelona's star-studded side to Foyleside in August 2003.
With Derry facing into a perilous financial situation, the sold-out pre-season friendly where Brazilian superstar, Ronaldinho made his debut for the Catalan giants in a 5-0 win, the funds from the match ultimately saved the club from serious difficulties as 10,000 people turned out for the spectacle.
Here's some memorable photographs from that momentous day in the history of Derry City Football Club thanks to the vision and passion of the late Mr Hume.
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The late great, John Hume welcomes Barcelona to Derry at City of Derry airport on August 12th 2003.
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The late John Hume, who was instrumental in bringing Barcelona to Brandywell Stadium, pictured with Ronaldinho who would later make his debut for the Catalans against Derry.
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Barcelona manager, Dutch legend, Frank Rijkaard is greeted at the team hotel in Da Vinci's by local businessman Garvan O'Doherty.
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Patrick Kluivert and Luis Enrique pictured in training ahead of the friendly against Derry City at Brandywell.