Barcelona extend perfect La Liga run after high-scoring Betis win
Barcelona defeated Real Betis 5-2 at La Cartuja, with Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Gabriel Jesus, Eric Garcia, and Dani Olmo scoring. The result gave Barcelona nine wins from their first nine La Liga games, equaling a club record set in the 1968/69 season. The news round-up also covered Raphinha's appearance milestone, a Barça Atlètic victory, and fitness concerns for Eric Garcia, Gerard Martin, and Jules Kounde.
Barcelona’s 5-2 victory over Real Betis at La Cartuja featured goals from Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Gabriel Jesus, Eric Garcia and Dani Olmo. The result lifted Hansi Flick’s side to nine wins from nine La Liga fixtures, matching a club benchmark from 1968/69. Rodri scored his first goal for the club and noted that conceding too many goals remains an area for improvement.
Raphinha’s outing took him to 186 Barcelona appearances, tying Neymar and placing him fifth among the club’s Brazilian players. Barça Atlètic also won 2-1 against Utebo at Estadi Johan Cruyff to remain top. Flick said Eric Garcia and Gerard Martin must be assessed, while Jules Kounde also felt discomfort.
Barcelona’s perfect start may heighten fan engagement and media attention around La Liga, especially among Barça supporters and younger followers drawn to Lamine Yamal. A record-equalling run could boost ticket demand, merchandise interest, and broadcast discussion, while injury concerns for defenders may temper optimism. For rival clubs and neutral viewers, the title chase could become more compelling, though the season’s longer-term social or economic effects remain uncertain.