Barcelona Beat Aston Villa 3-0 – Yamal & Raphinha Shine
Barcelona, Spain — Aston Villa arrived in Catalonia with a perfect record in the UEFA Champions League, but left Spotify Camp Nou on the wrong end of a European masterclass as FC Barcelona swept to a 3–0 victory on Tuesday night.
An early strike from 19-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal—who broke Kylian Mbappé’s record for the most Champions League goals scored by a teenager—set the tone before Brazilian winger Raphinha netted twice in the second half to seal all three points for Hansi Flick’s side.
- Match: FC Barcelona 3–0 Aston Villa (UCL Matchday 4)
- Venue: Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona
- Goalscorers: Lamine Yamal (1), Raphinha (2)
- Key Assist: João Cancelo for Raphinha’s second goal
- Record: Lamine Yamal becomes all-time leading teenage scorer in UCL history
Lamine Yamal Eclipses Mbappé’s Teenage Champions League Record
Cutting inside from the right wing with his trademark agility, Lamine Yamal opened the scoring with a low drive into the bottom corner. The strike officially moved the Spanish international past Kylian Mbappé for the most goals scored by a teenager in the competition’s history.
Raphinha’s Second-Half Brace Puts Villa to the Sword
While Aston Villa attempted to respond in the second period, Barcelona maintained control. In the 64th minute, Raphinha doubled the advantage with a powerful strike, before full-back João Cancelo set up the Brazilian to sweep home his second and confirm a comprehensive 3–0 win.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was the final score in Barcelona vs Aston Villa?
Barcelona won 3–0 against Aston Villa at Spotify Camp Nou.
Who scored Barcelona’s goals?
Lamine Yamal scored the opener and Raphinha scored twice in the second half.
What record did Lamine Yamal set?
He became the highest-scoring teenager in UEFA Champions League history, surpassing Kylian Mbappé.
Was this Aston Villa’s first Champions League defeat?
Yes, this ended Aston Villa’s three-match winning streak in the competition.
