Barça Player Ratings Against Celta: See How Each Star Performed
FC Barcelona secured a thrilling 4-2 victory over Celta Vigo in a match filled with excitement. This win allowed Barcelona to capitalize on Real Madrid’s recent setback against Rayo Vallecano, reducing the gap at the top of the La Liga standings ahead of the international break.
Player Ratings: Barça Stars Shine Against Celta
Key Performers
- Robert Lewandowski (10): Delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a hat-trick. Opened the scoring with a penalty, followed by two well-placed goals, ensuring a decisive contribution to the victory.
- Marcus Rashford (9): Instrumental in the attack with two assists to Lewandowski. Showed notable improvement in pressing, playing a crucial role in the offensive efforts.
- Lamine Yamal (8): Scored the third goal and demonstrated remarkable pressing ability. His performance included recovering key balls and maintaining constant pressure on the Celta defense.
- Eric García (8): Solid display as right-back, excelling in defensive duties and effectively supporting the attack, particularly with Lamine Yamal.
Midfield and Defense Insights
- Frenkie De Jong (7): Showed resilience despite being sent off late in the match. His second-half performance helped stabilize the midfield in the absence of injured teammates.
- Fermín (6): Displayed high intensity and pressing throughout the match, contributing to team dynamics and winning key balls.
- Cubarsí (6) and Araújo (6): Both defenders had standard performances, with Cubarsí showing promise and stability in defense.
- Balde (4): Struggled defensively, with missed opportunities to prevent Celta’s scoring chances and lacked his usual offensive impact.
Goalkeeping Challenges
- Wojciech Szczesny (3): Criticized for his performance, particularly for failing to stop two goals that could have been prevented. His challenges in goalkeeping style were highlighted, especially under pressure.
The match illustrated the depth of talent in the Barcelona squad, showcasing both seasoned stars and emerging players. As they prepare for the next phase of the season, Barcelona’s performance against Celta serves as a positive indicator heading into the international break.
