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Barcelona routs Feyenoord 5-1 in Champions League opener

9/10/2026

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Summary

Barcelona Crush Feyenoord

Barcelona defeated Feyenoord 5-1 in the Champions League opening match on September 9, 2026.
Brazilian forward Raphinha scored in the 3rd and 57th minutes for Barcelona.
German striker Karim Adeyemi added a goal in the 22nd minute for Barcelona.
Bosnian striker Ermedin Demirovic scored a hat-trick as VfB Stuttgart beat Viking Stavanger 3-1.
Spanish teen Lamine Yamal converted a free-kick in the 77th minute for Barcelona.

Summary

Raphinha Named Captain

Raphinha was appointed Barcelona captain for the first time, and fans chanted “Raphinha capitán” after his substitution.
Sporting director Deco said Barcelona pursued Gabriel Jesus after Atlético Madrid rejected Julián Álvarez.
Midfielder Rodri joined Barcelona from Manchester City for almost $70 million on a contract until 2030, despite a 2024 ACL rupture.

History

Historical Context

On 27 May 2009 Barcelona defeated Manchester United 2-0 at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico, with goals from Samuel Eto’o and Lionel Messi, clinching a historic treble and their third Champions League title. Pep Guardiola’s side relied heavily on South American stars, a pattern echoed today as the club names Brazilian forward Raphinha captain and targets Gabriel Jesus while also investing in key signings like Rodri.

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Barcelona Crush Feyenoord

Barcelona defeated Feyenoord 5-1 in the Champions League opening match on September 9, 2026.
Brazilian forward Raphinha scored in the 3rd and 57th minutes for Barcelona.
German striker Karim Adeyemi added a goal in the 22nd minute for Barcelona.
Bosnian striker Ermedin Demirovic scored a hat-trick as VfB Stuttgart beat Viking Stavanger 3-1.
Spanish teen Lamine Yamal converted a free-kick in the 77th minute for Barcelona.

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