Barcelona continued to consolidate their position at the top of the table after a stunning victory over Real Valladolid. They have taken 12 points from a possible 12 with four wins.

Barca won their fourth consecutive match.

 

In particular, tonight’s encounter at Montjuic was certainly the easiest, most excellent and perfect match of all, with both individual and collective performances being excellent. This was a collective success in which every player shone, especially Brazilian star Raphinha , with a hat-trick.

Barcelona dominated and dominated their opponents from the first minutes. They were also superior throughout the match. The players took to the pitch with the same level of concentration that Hansi Flick had demanded in his tactical meetings.

Blockbuster Dani Olmo

Dani Olmo had a great debut with the Barcelona first team: he played a decisive role in the victory in Vallecas last Wednesday, with a goal. But today’s reunion in front of the home crowd, who left Barcelona’s academy in 2014, was no less impressive.

Olmo affirms value.

 

Olmo scored again and had a perfect game. In the 3rd minute, he hit the post and received a big applause from the fans. In the 40th minute, he hit the post again.

The attacking midfielder from Terrassa, who also hit the crossbar before scoring against Rayo Vallecano, moved flexibly between the lines, showed great technique in handling the ball, was decisive and very dangerous in finishing, coordinated well with his teammates, showed impressive connection and was extremely compatible with Pedri…

“Dani, Dani, Olmo, Olmo” were the chants of the audience at Montjuic stadium, enough to show the excitement that Barcelona’s blockbuster brought to the home fans.

The enchanting Samba dance

The Brazilian star is becoming an indispensable factor under Hansi Flick. Although he was assigned to play in an unfavorable position, left wing against Real Valladolid. But Raphinha did not complain. He understood and accepted the change. Looking at the reality on the field, no one can say that Raphinha is not comfortable in that position.

Raphinha is becoming more and more fearsome under Hansi Flick.

 

 

In the 7-0 victory, the 27-year-old winger showed off his speed, technique, passing ability, team spirit and extremely impressive finishing skills, thereby completing his number 1 hat-trick in a Barcelona shirt.

Raphinha’s first goal showed great flair: he scored after a brilliant move and a flawless finish. His second, with his left foot after capitalising on a blocked shot, showed intelligence and patience. And his third goal showed speed, movement and pinpoint accuracy.

Hats off to Lewandowski

Robert Lewandowski has scored four goals in four La Liga games. He scored twice against Valencia and once against Athletic Club. At 36, Lewy is having the best start to a season of his career.

Lewandowski scored 4 goals in 4 matches.

 

The striker who won the “Pichichi” in the 2022/23 season wants to continue his title hunt. Hansi Flick has exploited his favorite student’s abilities well at Bayern. During their time working together in Munich, Lewandowski scored 83 goals in 71 matches, and it looks like his numbers will be impressive this season as well. Valladolid’s defense could not cope with Lewy. He scored a goal and hit the post with a shot.

Pau Cubarsi talent beyond age

The Gerona centre-back continued his fine form. Not only was the 17-year-old a leader in Barcelona’s defence, which included Kounde, Inigo Martinez and Balde, but his passing into space was a sight to behold.

Cubarsi has grown by leaps and bounds.

 

Cubarsi’s calmness and concentration amazed Hansi Flick. He is not only a solid centre-back but also possesses a very creative mind. The beautiful assist to Raphinha confirmed that.

4th Debut

In the match against Valladolid, Sergi Dominguez was the next player to be given his debut by Hansi Flick. The 19-year-old centre-back came on for Pau Cubarsi in the 61st minute.

Flick continues to give young players like Dominguez a chance.

 

Sergi is Catalan, joined La Masia at the Infantil B (U14) age group and he had an easy game as the score was already 3-0. In the first rounds, the German coach gave Pau Victor, Marc Bernal, Gerard Martin a chance to debut and was highly praised by Barcelona fans.