Raphinha's Hat-Trick Powers Barcelona to 5-2 Victory Over Sevilla

Barcelona delivered a commanding performance against Sevilla, winning 5-2 at the Camp Nou to restore their four-point lead at the top of La Liga. The match, held on March 15, 2026, featured a standout hat-trick from Brazilian winger Raphinha, who opened the scoring with two penalties in the first half and completed his treble shortly after the break. Dani Olmo and João Cancelo also contributed to the scoreline, while Sevilla's goals came from Oso and Djibril Sow.

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The match began with Barcelona quickly asserting their dominance. Raphinha converted a Panenka-style penalty in the ninth minute after Sevilla's Djibril Sow fouled João Cancelo in the box. Just 12 minutes later, Raphinha scored again from the spot following a handball by José Ángel Carmona, putting Barcelona firmly in control. Dani Olmo added a third goal in the 38th minute, finishing from a deflected cross by Marc Bernal.

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Sevilla managed to pull one back just before halftime when Oso scored from a Juanlu Sánchez cross, giving the visitors a glimmer of hope. However, Raphinha restored Barcelona's three-goal cushion early in the second half with a deflected shot that looped into the net. Cancelo capped off the scoring for Barcelona in the 60th minute with a powerful drive through the legs of Sevilla goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos. Sow scored a late consolation goal for Sevilla in stoppage time.

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The match also marked the return of midfielder Gavi, who had been sidelined for nearly six months due to a knee injury. He came on in the 82nd minute, receiving an ovation from the crowd. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick praised Gavi's return, emphasizing the importance of his presence in the squad as they prepare for their upcoming Champions League match against Newcastle United.

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Hansi Flick commented on the match, stating, "Three points more, one game less, we scored five goals... but we have to be focused for the next game because Newcastle is a great team." Gavi expressed his relief and joy at returning to the pitch, saying, "It has been very tough... but this feeling (to be back at Camp Nou) is unique."

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Sevilla's defender Nemanja Gudelj acknowledged the impact of the early penalties, stating, "I think that the two quick penalties hurt us a lot; after that, it was a difficult game." This sentiment reflects the frustration within the Sevilla camp following their defeat.

Raphinha hits treble as Liga leaders Barca thrash Sevilla

Barcelona will shift their focus to the UEFA Champions League, where they will host Newcastle United for the second leg of their round of 16 tie, following a 1-1 draw in the first leg. Meanwhile, Sevilla will look to regroup as they continue their campaign in La Liga, currently sitting 14th in the standings.

Raphinha hat-trick helps Barca hit five against Sevilla

• “It's a good step for him, in the right direction.” — Hansi Flick on Gavi's return.

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• “But this feeling (to be back at) Camp Nou, with my people, with the fans and all my team-mates is unique and I’m really happy.” — Gavi on his comeback.

Raphinha hits treble as Liga leaders Barca thrash Sevilla

• “Barcelona are very good… I think that the two quick penalties (given away) hurt us a lot, after that it was a difficult game,” — Nemanja Gudelj on Sevilla's performance.

Raphinha hits treble as Liga leaders Barca thrash Sevilla