Israeli Talent Oriyan Goren Debuts in New Role for Barcelona B

Oriyan Goren, the Israeli football prospect, made his first start for Barcelona B on August 26, 2026, in a 2-1 victory against Reus. Under coach Giuliano Balti, Goren was deployed in a new position as an inside forward, playing on the wing and cutting inside to enhance attacking options. This marked a significant change from his usual role as an attacking midfielder, which he primarily played in Barcelona's youth teams.

Despite not scoring or assisting, Goren showed promising actions during the match. He was substituted in the 64th minute due to a minor sensitivity but left the field under his own power, with the injury not considered serious. Key figures in the team, including Deko and Bojan Krkic, were absent from the starting lineup and watched from the stands.

Mauricio Priella, commenting on the game, highlighted the effective partnership between Goren and Belgian player Yassine Bissoubo as a crucial element of the match. This game served as an important test for Goren in his new role, signaling a potential shift in his development path within the club.