Match overview
Barcelona hosted Santander at Camp Nou in rainy conditions for the sixth round of the Spanish league. The home side dominated from the opening minutes and finished with seven goals while conceding twice. The result leaves the Blaugrana alone at the top with a perfect 6-0 record and 28 goals scored in the league. The match could easily have ended with double figures for Barcelona.
Goal timeline
Cancelo opened the scoring in the eighth minute with a strike from outside the box. Rafinha converted a penalty in the 24th minute to make it 2-0. Santander pulled one back through Maguette in the 30th minute after a defensive lapse, but Cancelo restored the two-goal lead with another long-range effort in the 36th minute. Rafinha added a fourth goal before half-time. In first-half stoppage time, Aguirrechabala saved a penalty from Yamal. After the break, Yamal hit the post in the 51st minute. Zabiri scored for Santander in the 65th minute after dispossessing Szczesny, who had replaced the injured Garcia at half-time. Rafinha converted another penalty in the 67th minute. Jesus scored the sixth goal with a fine finish in the 79th minute, and Yamal completed the scoring in the 89th minute following an assist from Adeyemi.
Team performance
Barcelona controlled possession and created numerous chances throughout the match. The result marks their sixth consecutive league win and leaves them clear at the top of the standings. No team has been able to stop the side coached by Hansi Flick so far this season. The Catalans did whatever they wanted on the pitch under the rain at Camp Nou.
Frequently asked questions
Who scored for Barcelona?
Cancelo scored twice, Rafinha scored three times including two penalties, Jesus and Yamal each scored once.
What is Barcelona’s league record after six matches?
Barcelona remain unbeaten with six wins and 28 goals scored.
Who was the goalkeeper change at half-time?
Szczesny replaced Garcia after the first half due to injury.
