‘It’s indescribable’ - Tommy Marques in dreamland after Barca debut

Barcelona, Spain – Tommy Marques stepped onto the Camp Nou grass on Saturday night and into the pages of the club’s storied history, becoming the newest La Masia product to debut for the first team during a commanding 3-0 victory over Real Mallorca.

The 19-year-old winger, who has trained with the senior squad for several weeks, entered the match in the second half after the hosts had built an unassailable lead. The moment, he said afterward, still felt surreal.

“It’s indescribable, what I’m feeling is incredible,” Marques told reporters, a wide smile barely leaving his face. “I was talking about it with my teammates, it’s spectacular. It’s a dream come true.”

Marques revealed that manager Hansi Flick offered a simple but powerful message before waving him on: “Enjoy it, live in the moment, and do what you have to do.”

The teenager admitted the instruction barely had time to register. “It’s hard to get on the pitch because the score has to be comfortable. When they scored the third, Flick called me over and I didn’t even have time to think. My day has arrived.”

Born and raised within the club’s famed academy system, Marques has spent years visualizing the roar of nearly 100,000 spectators. Reality, he confessed, exceeded every childhood daydream.

“The Camp Nou is incredible because you watch it from home from a young age, you go to the games… It’s a big shock, it’s spectacular,” he said. “I’ve gone through many stages to get here. I’m very proud of what it means.”

Marques emphasized gratitude over celebration, noting the encouragement he has received from teammates and idols alike. “Everyone I’ve met has congratulated me. It’s a dream to be congratulated by your idol.”

While the debut marks a milestone, the forward’s immediate focus returns to development. He is expected to rejoin Barcelona Atletic on Sunday and could feature in their upcoming clash against Barbastro.

For now, though, Marques is allowing himself a brief moment to savor the achievement. “It’s time to keep working. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and for all these weeks I’ve spent with them. Every day with them is spectacular.”