17-Year-Old Israeli Orian Goren Called Up for Barcelona's Match Against Real Madrid
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS French by baba
Seventeen-year-old Israeli midfielder Orian Goren has been called up to the FC Barcelona squad to face Real Madrid in Sunday's Clasico. If he plays, Goren will be the first Israeli to compete in a Spanish league match for Barcelona. He joined Barcelona's academy in 2023 and has impressed in the reserve team, earning a spot with the first team due to injuries and strong performances.
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- 17-year-old Israeli Orian Goren was called up for FC Barcelona's Clasico match against Real Madrid.
- Goren could become the first Israeli to play in a Spanish league game for FC Barcelona.
- He joined Barcelona's La Masia academy in 2023 after playing for Maccabi Petah Tikva.
- His call-up follows strong performances for Barça Atlètic and injuries to other players.
- Coach Hansi Flick will decide if Goren receives playing time in the prestigious match.
Seventeen-year-old Israeli midfielder Orian Goren has been included in the FC Barcelona squad to face Real Madrid in Sunday's Clasico match at the Camp Nou. According to Ynet, Goren is expected to start on the bench for the 9 PM fixture. If he enters the game, Goren would become the first Israeli player to appear in a Spanish league match for FC Barcelona.
Goren, born in 2009, joined Barcelona's La Masia academy in 2023, having previously played for Maccabi Petah Tikva. He has established himself in the reserve team, Barça Atlètic, this season. His performances have drawn the attention of first-team coach Hansi Flick.
Earlier, Goren participated in Barcelona's summer preparations, including the Joan Gamper Trophy. An injury to Dani Olmo, who will be sidelined for several weeks, created an opportunity for Goren. He has since trained with the first team and was selected for the high-profile match against Real Madrid.
An Israeli youth international, Goren's potential debut for the senior team would mark a significant career milestone and a historic moment for Israeli football. It remains to be seen if coach Hansi Flick will give him playing time during the game.
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