Ter Stegen
SPECTACULAR
After a first half without prominence, Ter Stegen’s contribution ended up being more important than what the scoreboard says: 0-3. He made two incredible saves and even gave a pass to Lewandowski that could have resulted in a goal.
Koundé
INTENSE
Koundé was one of the players who stood out from the beginning in a match that started slowly. He received a yellow card but continued to attack with determination.
Araujo
SOLID
Although Araujo had a tough start, he grew stronger as the game went on. He is part of the central defense that is helping Barça avoid conceding goals.
Cubarsí
IMPECCABLE
At just 17 years old, Cubarsí delivered another outstanding performance. He showed maturity, skill with the ball, and solid defending throughout the game.
Héctor Fort
SURPRISE
Héctor Fort, a young player, impressed in a high-pressure match. He played with composure and adaptability, even in an unfamiliar position.
Sergi Roberto
CORRECT
After a strong performance in the previous match, Sergi Roberto returned to the starting lineup as a midfielder. He played a solid game, especially when Barça defended deep.
Gündogan
UNTOUCHABLE
Gündogan, a key player in the midfield, struggled to get into the game initially but eventually made a crucial play that led to a goal. His performance influenced the outcome of the match.
Fermín
UNCOMPLEXED
Christensen’s injury in the warm-up made him a starter, but surprisingly, his concentration didn’t suffer. These games are really showing that he’s a reliable player for high-pressure situations, thanks to his energy on the field and his constant desire to make an impact, even on the scoreboard. That’s why he sealed the 0-3 victory with a header from a 9 position. He was on top of everything, even calming down JF’s celebration at 0-1.
Raphinha
ASSISTANT
He played a key role in the team’s win with a fantastic pass to Lewandowski for the 0-2 goal. Despite being substituted, his frustration was visible. It might have seemed like an overreaction, especially since, apart from the assist, he didn’t have his best performance that night.
Lewandowski
TOTAL
The number 9 had an outstanding game, especially considering how long it took for his teammates to find him. He ended the match with two perfect assists to Joao Félix and Fermín, along with a brilliant goal of his own, showcasing why he’s a former Golden Boot winner.
Joao Félix
VERDUGO
Many expected a fierce performance from him, similar to the first round match. It didn’t seem likely, but in a split second, he scored the crucial 0-1 goal. He also endured a rough tackle from a former teammate like Savic before being substituted, amidst disapproval from the crowd.
Lamine Yamal
LÚCIDO
After getting some rest from regular playtime, he showed his football intelligence when he replaced Raphinha, adapting to the game’s needs by moving to the wing or interior zones.
Vitor Roque
HUNGRY
One thing you can’t fault the Brazilian for is his enthusiasm whenever he’s on the field, regardless of how many minutes he gets. It’s rare for him not to create a clear scoring opportunity. This time was no different: he even forced the expulsion of Nahuel Molina.
Oriol Romeu
RELEGATED
It’s evident that his current role is to close out games, ensuring his teammates get some rest, like Sergi Roberto in this case.
Marc Casadó
DEBUTANT
Another young player who got the chance to play in the First Division under Xavi. He had a calm debut.
Iñigo Martínez
TESTIMONIAL
Insignificant minutes in a game that’s already been decided, but you never know if they’re crucial to keep him in the rhythm of playing for when he’s truly needed.
This content has been translated and adapted from the Spanish version of the digital newspaper
