The Joan Gamper Trophy, sometimes referred to as the Gamper Cup, is an annual trophy awarded to the winner of a friendly football match between FC Barcelona and a different club from around the world. The trophy has been in existence since 1966 and is named after Joan Gamper, a founding member, player, and later president of FC Barcelona.
The trophy is awarded to the winner of the match, which is usually held in August before the start of the La Liga season. The matches are typically played at the Camp Nou, the home of FC Barcelona. This trophy is considered to be one of the most prestigious football trophies in the world.
Over the years, the trophy has been awarded to some of the best clubs in the world, such as AC Milan, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Ajax Amsterdam, and more. Here is a look at some of the best teams to have won the Joan Gamper trophy over the years.
1. AC Milan (1994)
AC Milan is one of the most successful clubs in Europe and has won the Champions League seven times. In 1994, they defeated FC Barcelona in the Joan Gamper trophy. The match was a close affair, with the Rossoneri winning 2-1.
2. Manchester United (1997)
Manchester United is one of the biggest clubs in the world and they won the Joan Gamper trophy in 1997. The Red Devils defeated Barcelona 3-1 in the final, with Dwight Yorke, David Beckham, and Nicky Butt scoring the goals.
3. Real Madrid (2001)
Real Madrid is one of the most successful clubs in the world and they won the Joan Gamper trophy in 2001. The match was a close one, with the Blancos coming out on top 2-1.
4. Ajax Amsterdam (2006)
Ajax Amsterdam is one of the most famous clubs in Europe and they won the Joan Gamper trophy in 2006. The Dutch side defeated Barcelona 2-1 in the final, with Klaas-Jan Huntelaar and Wesley Sneijder scoring the goals.
5. Chelsea (2009)
Chelsea is one of the most successful Premier League clubs and they won the Joan Gamper trophy in 2009. The Blues defeated Barcelona 1-0 in the final, with Nicolas Anelka scoring the only goal of the game.
