Marc Bernal continues to establish himself as one of Barcelona's most notable discoveries during the 2025/2026 season, after drawing attention with his outstanding performance and goal contributions in various competitions, earning widespread acclaim at the European level despite his young age.

The Spanish newspaper 'Mundo Deportivo' reported that the young player, aged 18, continued his brilliance after scoring a new goal against Newcastle during the second leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16, confirming his strong presence in major matches.

According to the newspaper, Bernal raised his tally to five goals in the last 10 matches with Barcelona, having scored against Real Mallorca and Levante in La Liga, added two goals against Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey, along with his goal in the Champions League.

The same source pointed out that Bernal scoring in three different competitions is a significant achievement, especially since he gradually made his way into the starting lineup after a period of limited participation, before establishing himself as a regular choice for coach Hans Flick, after losing his place in the summer of 2024.

In the same context, the newspaper explained that Bernal has become part of a group of players who have scored in three tournaments this season, like Lamine Yamal, Rashford, and Firmin, while Raphinha and Ferran Torres remain the only ones who have scored in the four competitions: La Liga, UEFA Champions League, Spanish Super Cup, and Copa del Rey.

The report confirmed that Bernal embodies a clear model of the successes of La Masia Academy, especially after his strong comeback from a serious knee injury he suffered in 2024, showing remarkable development in recent weeks that made him an important player within the team's system.

The young player's impact was not limited to defensive aspects but extended to offensive roles, as he showed a clear ability to advance from the back and contribute to scoring, having scored four goals in the last six matches, which is a remarkable number considering his position on the field.

The Spanish newspaper emphasized that Barcelona's coaching staff greatly values Bernal's mentality and rapid development, as he successfully seized the opportunities given to him, establishing himself as one of the promising elements in the first team.