Kathmandu: Defending Spanish La Liga champions Barcelona continued their impressive start to the new season with a convincing 5–2 victory over Rayo Vallecano, securing their third consecutive win.
Playing at Camp Nou, Barcelona were inspired by captain Raphinha and young star Lamine Yamal, who scored two goals each. The hosts’ other goal came through an own goal by Rayo Vallecano defender Florian Lejeune.
Rayo Vallecano took the lead in the 12th minute when Sergio Camello found the back of the net. However, Barcelona quickly responded, with Raphinha equalizing in the 19th minute.
Just two minutes later, Lamine Yamal scored to put Barcelona ahead 2–1. Barcelona extended their advantage in the 51st minute when Lejeune accidentally put the ball into his own net.
Camello scored his second goal in the 59th minute to bring Rayo Vallecano back into the contest. But Barcelona regained control as Raphinha scored his second goal in the 71st minute.
Yamal then completed his brace in the 90th minute, sealing a comfortable 5–2 victory for the home side.
With three wins from three matches, Barcelona have collected nine points and moved to the top of the La Liga standings. Rayo Vallecano, meanwhile, have one point from three games and sit 18th in the table.
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