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Barcelona see off Villarreal with goals from Raphinha and Yamal

Barcelona see off Villarreal with goals from Raphinha and Yamal

Summary

Barcelona defeated Villarreal 2-0 in a La Liga match, moving four points clear at the top of the standings. Raphinha and Lamine Yamal scored for Barcelona, with Villarreal reduced to 10 players after a red card. The match took place at Villarreal's stadium after plans to play in the U.S. were canceled.

Key Facts

  • Barcelona won 2-0 against Villarreal in a La Liga match.
  • Raphinha scored the first goal with a penalty.
  • Villarreal's Renato Veiga received a red card and was sent off before halftime.
  • Lamine Yamal scored Barcelona's second goal in the second half.
  • The game was played at Villarreal's stadium instead of in Miami.
  • Jules Kounde blocked a shot from Villarreal's Ayoze Perez.
  • Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia made important saves during the match.
  • Barcelona finished the year on top of the league standings, ahead of Real Madrid.

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