Ale Moreno has commended Barcelona for their remarkable performance in a 7-0 victory over Real Valladolid, which allowed them to continue their unbeaten run at the start of the LaLiga season.
Raphinha achieved his first career hat-trick and contributed two assists, leading a dominant Barcelona to a decisive win on Saturday. With this victory, Barcelona heads into the international break sitting at the top of the table with a flawless 12 points from four matches. They are five points clear of second-placed Villarreal and seven ahead of arch-rivals Real Madrid, who hold a game in hand.
Despite Valladolid putting up a strong fight against Madrid in their previous match, Barcelona displayed their superiority from the outset. Under new coach Hansi Flick, they have emerged as Spain’s most captivating side this season.
Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski quickly put Barcelona ahead, scoring within the first four minutes through swift counterattacks that showcased their adept finishing. Jules Koundé added to the tally with a goal from a corner rebound in stoppage time before halftime. After Lewandowski hit the post, Raphinha netted twice from close range, further solidifying Barcelona’s commanding lead.
Raphinha continued to shine by assisting new signing Dani Olmo, who finally found the net in the 82nd minute after hitting the post twice and missing an earlier opportunity. Substitute Ferran Torres capped off the scoring with a goal, also assisted by Raphinha, who is currently second in the LaLiga scoring charts with three goals, just behind Lewandowski.