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Barcelona dominates Elche with 5-0 win in LaLiga opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:50 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Barcelona dominates Elche with 5-0 win in LaLiga opener

Summary

FC Barcelona opened LaLiga with a commanding 5-0 victory against Elche. Raphinha and Fermín each scored twice, while Adeyemi also netted his first goal for the club. The match displayed Barcelona's attacking strength, contributing to their strong start to the season. Atlético Madrid fans expressed discontent towards Julián Álvarez following his announced intent to leave the club, leading to boos from the crowd after their match against Villarreal.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona's win saw Raphinha and Fermín score braces.
•Adeyemi added his first goal for Barcelona in the match.
•Álvarez faced boos from Atlético Madrid supporters after expressing his desire to leave.
•Mourinho defended Vinicius amid outside pressures following recent controversies.
•Ferran Torres starred in Ligue 1 for PSG after scoring a crucial brace against Rennes.

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What they're saying

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Tension at the Metropolitano after the boos aimed at Julián Álvarez headline a matchday in which FC Barcelona showed overwhelming dominance against Elche, Mourinho stepped in amid the 'Vinicius case...
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