Goals and Raphinha’s Leadership
Barcelona opened the scoring with a penalty at the 14th minute, struck by Raphinha after a foul he himself caused. The Brazilian celebrated with the Spider-Man gesture, a symbol of his nickname “La Araña.” In the 66th minute, Raphinha scored again, this time from long range, bringing the score to 0-3. His performance as captain was highlighted by coach Hansi Flick, who praised his influence on the squad.
Adeyemi netted Barcelona’s second goal in the 47th minute, assisted by Raphinha. Fermín completed the double with goals in the 71st and 79th minutes, sealing the 0-5 win for Barcelona.
Formation and Flick’s Tactics
Coach Hansi Flick chose an experimental lineup, leaving Balde out and giving João Cancelo only two training sessions on his legs. Xavi Espart was assigned to the left-back position, a new role for the youth product. In midfield, Gavi and Bernal formed the core, with Fermín as the attacking midfielder.
In attack, Lamine Yamal and Adeyemi were the wingers, while Raphinha played as a false nine. Barcelona displayed verticality and a speed-based game, with Gordon and Adeyemi contributing on the left flank.
Match Details
The game was played at the Martínez Valero stadium before 30 704 spectators. The referee was Alejandro Quintero from the Andalusian Committee. Ali Houary received a yellow card.
Barcelona’s lineup was: Joan Garcia; Eric Garcia, Christensen, Gerard Martín, Espart; Bernal (Koundé, min. 79), Gavi (Pedri, min. 44), Fermín; Lamine Yamal (Olmo, min. 64), Adeyemi (Gordon, min. 64) and Raphinha (Cancelo, min. 79). Elche’s lineup: Dituro; Sangaré, Affengruber, Redondo (Bigas, min. 80), Chust, Valera; Morente (Buonanotte, min. 63), Aguado (Neto, min. 63), Villar, Ali Houary (Cepeda, min. 63) and Fer Niño (Ponce, min. 68).
