Barcelona ended their run without a win by beating Aston Villa at a rain-soaked Camp Nou. Hansi Flick’s side kept a clean sheet, with goalkeeper Joan Garcia earning an 8 for a key save against Manzambi and his confident work dealing with long balls.
Raphinha was rated 9 after scoring twice with movements described as those of a natural centre-forward. He also continued to work hard for the team, taking his tally for the season to 19 goals. Lamine Yamal and Fermín each received an 8: Yamal opened the scoring after winning possession, while Fermín assisted Raphinha’s second goal.
In defence, Cubarsí earned an 8 for winning numerous duels against Manzambi, despite being affected by a challenge from Nico Jackson. Brian Fariñas was given a 7 in his first Champions League appearance, while Gerard Martín and Cancelo also received 7s. Cancelo assisted Raphinha’s third goal with an outside-of-the-foot pass.
Rodri was rated 7 for his pressing and physical work, but was substituted at half-time with discomfort. Pedri and Gordon each received a 6. Among the substitutes, Bernal earned a 7, while De Jong, Gavi and Gabriel Jesús were rated 6; Balde received no score.
The result gives Barcelona a boost ahead of their match against Atlético de Madrid.
Sources: La Vanguardia.