Raphinha Scores Hat-Trick in Barcelona's 7-0 Victory

In a commanding display, Barcelona thrashed Real Valladolid 7-0, with Brazilian winger Raphinha scoring his first career hat-trick and providing two assists. Under new coach Hansi Flick, Barcelona has achieved a perfect 12 points from four matches, sitting at the top of La Liga, five points ahead of Villarreal and seven clear of rivals Real Madrid. Raphinha's stellar performance highlighted the team's attacking prowess, alongside contributions from Robert Lewandowski and Jules Kounde. This victory reflects Barcelona's strong start to the season despite ongoing financial challenges and previous criticisms of the squad. Raphinha expressed confidence in the team's abilities and indicated that the current roster is sufficient for success. The win positions Barcelona favorably as they head into the international break.