Dutch goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen made his first appearance of the season, while there were also starts for Barcelona B players Carles Alena and Jose Arnaiz as well as Belgian defender Thomas Vermaelen, while Javier
Mascherano captained the side.
«After reaching agreement with Barcelona FC and the player himself, the distinguished Argentine
captain Mascherano has, starting today, officially joined Hebei China Fortune Football Club,» the Chinese
side said, without disclosing the transfer fee.