Barcelona prospect Jesse Bisiwu scores twice in late cameo against FC Basel

Jesse Bisiwu made an immediate impression after joining FC Barcelona, scoring twice in the closing stages of the club’s match against FC Basel on Sunday, 16 August.

The Belgian-Ghanaian winger was introduced in the 79th minute and needed only a short time to make his mark. He found the net in the 89th minute before completing his double in stoppage time at 90+1.

Bisiwu’s two goals came after assists from two prominent Barcelona players. Dani Olmo provided the pass for his first goal, while Lamine Yamal supplied the ball for the second.

The performance gave the young forward a notable introduction to life at FC Barcelona. Having arrived at the Catalan club this summer, Bisiwu is now under contract until June 2031 and has quickly offered an early indication of the attacking qualities he can bring to the side.

His ability to operate in wide areas and contribute in the final third is a key part of his profile. Against FC Basel, those qualities were evident in the way he made an impact after coming off the bench, scoring twice within the final moments of the game.

Bisiwu was born in Belgium and has Ghanaian roots, but his international development has so far continued with Belgium. He has represented the Belgian national teams at Under-15, Under-16, Under-17 and Under-18 level before progressing to the Under-19 side.

That progression through the Belgian youth set-up reflects a steady rise in his development. His move to FC Barcelona marks the latest stage of that journey, with the long-term contract underlining the club’s commitment to the young player.

The cameo against FC Basel is therefore an important early moment in his Barcelona career. Although his opportunity came late in the match, Bisiwu took full advantage, scoring twice in the space of a few minutes and drawing attention to his potential.

His emergence will also be followed closely by African football supporters. Alongside his progress with Belgium, his Ghanaian heritage gives his career an additional point of interest, while his first notable contribution for FC Barcelona has ensured that his name is already attracting attention.

For now, Bisiwu’s international pathway remains with Belgium, where he has advanced through five age groups. At club level, however, his next chapter is now being written in Barcelona, after a brief appearance against FC Basel produced a memorable double and a strong first signal of what may lie ahead.