Barcelona returned to profitable methods with a 3-1 victory over Elche in La Liga on Sunday, recovering from final weekend’s Clasico loss to Actual Madrid.
Objectives from Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres, and Marcus Rashford sealed the win for Hansi Flick’s facet, who moved again to second within the standings, 5 factors behind the leaders.
Regardless of the win, Barca’s defensive points endured as Rafa Mir scored for Elche and twice hit the woodwork. The Catalans have now gone six consecutive league matches and not using a clear sheet, amid an ongoing damage disaster that sidelined Raphinha, Pedri, and goalkeeper Joan Garcia.
Teenager Yamal, who had struggled in opposition to Actual Madrid after a groin situation, regarded sharper and opened the scoring with a exact end from Alejandro Balde’s help. Torres doubled the benefit quickly after, changing a low cross from Fermin Lopez.
“Elche got here to play and made it robust,” stated Flick. “We’re nonetheless managing accidents, however I’m pleased with the spirit and vitality proven in the present day.”
Barca face a busy run of fixtures forward however will take confidence from rediscovering their attacking rhythm on the Camp Nou.
