The impressive 5-2 victory over Crvena Zvezda in the Champions League recently helped Barcelona set an unprecedented record in the club’s history, marking a significant milestone in their journey this season.
With a brace from Robert Lewandowski, along with goals from Inigo Martinez, Raphinha, and Fermin Lopez, Barca secured another win under the leadership of new head coach Hansi Flick. This victory was not just about the scoreline but also a statement of the strength of the Catalan side, even while playing away from home.
With this result, Barcelona has scored a total of 55 goals in their first 16 matches across all competitions this season—an impressive figure and the first time in the club’s history that they’ve reached this milestone. This achievement broke the previous record of 54 goals set by Ferdinand Daucik’s team in the 1950/51 season, a record that had stood for nearly 75 years. This is a clear testament to the transformation in Barcelona’s style of play and form under Coach Flick, who has created a dynamic and effective environment for the players.
After the match, Coach Hansi Flick shared his thoughts: “The three points are the most important thing. Winning away in this competition is not easy. I’m very pleased with the result and truly appreciate what the players have shown. We played very well with the ball, and also put great pressure in defense. Crvena Zvezda played very well; they know how to control the ball and made it very difficult for us to defend. Maintaining focus for 90 minutes is not easy, and I highly value that effort.”
Beyond Barcelona, star player Raphinha also made a remarkable achievement in this match. The 27-year-old winger became the first player in the top five European leagues this season to reach double digits in both goals and assists. After 16 appearances, Raphinha has scored 12 goals and provided 10 assists—an impressive and commendable achievement. His high form is a key factor in helping Barcelona maintain their attacking strength this season. The Brazilian international has proven his worth and is gradually becoming one of the most important cogs in Barcelona’s lineup.
Overall, Barcelona is having a promising season, with stars like Lewandowski, Raphinha, and the guidance of Coach Flick. Their consecutive victories, especially the new records set, show that the Catalan club is entering a new era full of optimism.