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Barcelona Extends Perfect La Liga Run with 3-0 Win Over Getafe
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Match Overview
Barcelona opened the new La Liga campaign with a 3-0 victory at Spotify Camp Nou, maintaining a flawless record of eight wins from eight league matches. England winger Anthony Gordon opened the scoring in the second minute, followed by Gabriel Jesús in the 30th minute and Jules Koundé in the 73rd. Goalkeeper David Soria kept a clean sheet for Getafe, while Barcelona recorded 83 % possession and limited the visitors to four shots. The win left Barça five points ahead of second-placed Atlético Madrid and nine points clear of Real Madrid, with 24 points and a +27 goal-difference.
Background & Context
The victory equaled Barcelona’s best ever start to a La Liga season, a record set in 2013-14 when Lionel Messi led the side. The club entered the match without its top scorer Raphinha, who missed the game due to a thigh injury sustained during the international break with Brazil. New signings Anthony Gordon (from Newcastle United) and Gabriel Jesús (former Arsenal striker) have already contributed, with Gordon delivering his first Barcelona goal and Jesús scoring his first start. French defender Jules Koundé marked his 194th appearance, surpassing Éric Abidal as the French player with the most games for the club.
Data & Statistics
- League record: 8 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses (24 points, +27 GD)
- Possession: 83 % for Barcelona
- Shots: Getafe – 4 total; Barcelona – dominant pressure throughout
- Attendance: 59,465 spectators at Camp Nou
- Individual milestones: Koundé’s 194th appearance (record for a French player)
Official Statements & Responses
Coach Hansi Flick confirmed before kickoff that Raphinha would miss the Getafe fixture and the upcoming Champions League tie against Galatasaray, citing careful management of the striker’s thigh problem. Following the match, the club highlighted a pre-game tribute to former forward Pedro Rodríguez, who returned to the stadium to receive applause after his retirement. Barcelona’s communications emphasized the squad’s depth, noting that Gordon and Jesús have already proven their scoring ability despite Raphinha’s absence.
Verbatim Quote
“Flick is very intense. I used to leave his training sessions feeling dizzy. There are videos where you can see me and Gavi lying on the ground with our legs in the air.” — Pau Victor
On-the-Ground Reports
The early goal came from Gordon’s low, deflected strike after dribbling past two defenders. Jesús capitalised on a misplaced pass by Getafe defender Zaid Romero, while Koundé finished a cross from teenage star Lamine Yamal. Barcelona’s high-pressing style forced Getafe into a defensive shell, and the home side’s control of the ball allowed them to conserve energy for upcoming high-profile matches.
What’s Next
Barcelona’s schedule now includes a Champions League group-stage match against Galatasaray in Turkey, followed by a La Liga clash with Villarreal at home. The team will aim to preserve its unbeaten run while managing Raphinha’s recovery ahead of these key fixtures.