Moroccan women's football has another rising star making headlines in Europe.
At just 15 years, seven months, and 14 days, Mayssa Baha has written her name into Barcelona history by becoming the youngest player ever to represent the club in an official match.
It is another extraordinary achievement for a teenager whose development continues to accelerate at one of Europe's biggest football institutions.
A Historic Moment in Barcelona
Baha's latest milestone comes after an impressive summer in which she broke into Barcelona's first-team environment.
The Moroccan youngster had already announced herself with a goal on her senior debut in a pre-season friendly against Montpellier, offering another glimpse of the talent that has made her one of the club's most exciting young prospects.
Now, she has added a piece of Barcelona history to her growing collection of achievements.
A Star Born on the World Stage
Baha first captured widespread attention during the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.
At just 14 years old, she became the youngest player at the tournament and played an important role in the Atlas Lionesses' historic campaign.
Her standout moment came against Costa Rica, when she scored twice to help Morocco reach the Round of 16 for the first time in the competition's history.
Rising Through the Barcelona Academy
Her development has continued at remarkable speed since moving into Spanish football.
Baha has progressed through Barcelona's renowned youth system while also representing the Catalonia U16 team, where she demonstrated her attacking quality by scoring twice in the regional championship semifinals earlier this year.
Every new step has brought another indication of the potential within the young Moroccan.
Another Name to Watch
Baha's journey is still only beginning, but her latest achievement places her firmly among the most exciting young talents emerging from Moroccan women's football.
From making history at a FIFA tournament on home soil to now breaking a record at Barcelona, her rise represents another beautiful example of Moroccan talent flourishing on the European stage.
At only 15, Mayssa Baha is already making history, and the next chapter of her story promises to be even more exciting.