Barcelona defeats Rayo Vallecano 5-2 to maintain perfect start in La Liga

Barcelona maintained a perfect start to the La Liga season by securing a 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano at Camp Nou on Monday night. Although Rayo Vallecano took an early lead through Sergio Camello, Barcelona responded with goals from Raphinha and Lamine Yamal to take the lead before halftime. After a Florian Lejeune own goal and a second strike from Camello, Barcelona solidified their advantage with late goals from Raphinha and a second from Yamal. The win keeps Barcelona unbeaten through the first three matches of the campaign. Hansi Flick adjusted his midfield mid-game, bringing on Rodri and Fermín López to restore control after the visitors briefly threatened in the second half.

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