Marc Guiu, 17 years old, was officially introduced to Barcelona by coach Xavi

Tonight, in the Saint Montjuic Stadium, Barcelona played a match that was destined to be a challenging competition for them. Their opponent was Athletic Club. Xavi was forced to pitch a team without his starting center backs, central midfielders, right winger, or striker since numerous key players were unable to participate due to injury or suspension.

For a total of eighty minutes, Ernesto Valverde’s team kept Barca at bay by giving them a run for their money. In point of fact, they were probably the better squad, but Marc-Andre ter Stegen was able to prevent them from scoring on many occasions.

In the 79th minute, 17-year-old Marc Guiu came onto the field. A through ball from Joao Felix set up the La Masia striker, who was making his first appearance for the team, to score the game-winning goal just 23 seconds and two touches after entering the match.

WATCH: Barcelona have a new hero! 17-year-old Marc Guiu scores stunning  winner against Athletic Club just seconds after coming on for his senior  debut | Goal.com UK

Following what can only be described as a dream debut, the young athlete was cited by SPORT as saying, “I can’t believe it. I have trouble breathing. I’m taking a lot of pleasure in the present moment. I’ve devoted my entire life to achieving this goal, and everything came together beautifully.”

in the moment, things are going quite smoothly here in La Masia. In the midst of the challenges that the club is currently facing, it is of the utmost importance to have faith in the younger members. They shouldn’t stop what they’re doing because better things are on the way.

He went on to continue speaking in a euphoric manner, stating, “I haven’t looked at my phone yet, but I’m pretty sure I won’t be able to sleep tonight.”

He has a spark' - Xavi explains why he gave Marc Guiu a chance for  Barcelona - Barca Blaugranes

Additionally, Guiu elaborated on the objective, as well as his epiphanic moment. “When Joao Felix delivered the ball to me, I recognized the opportunity to take control of the area and did so. When I saw Unai come out, I was immediately aware that I needed to put the ball in the back of the net.

Xavi was instrumental in the scoring of his team’s first goal, which came amid a stressful and challenging stretch of play against a formidable opponent.

Highlights FC Barcelona 1:0 Athletic Club | Marc Guiu kommt in der 79. und  netzt in der 80. | OneFootball

“Xavi had cautioned me to be ready and assured me that I will get my opportunity. “Almost every night of my life, I’ve gone to sleep with this very scene playing out in my head,” he remarked.

“To all of the younger players, we are doing everything in our power to assist Barcelona in these challenging financial circumstances. It’s only myself, Fermin, Lamine, and Gavi…

Barcelona teenager Marc Guiu scores winning goal 30 seconds into debut  against Athletic Club