Raphinha scores hat-trick as Flick's rested Barca thrash Sevilla 5-2
FC Barcelona secured a commanding five-goal victory over Sevilla on March 15, with Brazilian winger Philippe Coutinho (Raphinha) scoring the match-winning goal and netting three times in total as Hansi Flick's heavily rotated side dominated despite an ongoing club-wide leadership contest for election day at Camp Nou.
Key Points
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1Raphinha scored a hat-trick as FC Barcelona defeated Sevilla 5-2 in La Liga.
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2The victory restored the four-point lead at the top of the table over Real Madrid, who had previously narrowed their margin to two points after beating Elche on Saturday.
Developments
Perspectives
Raphinha scored a hat-trick as FC Barcelona defeated Sevilla 5-2 to maintain their four-point lead at the top of La Liga.
— (Mar 16, 00:44] Raphinha hits treble as Barcelona thrash Sevilla (Rthk.hk)Hansi Flick's heavily rotated team won a comfortable victory over Sevilla on election day to ensure they remain leaders in the Spanish league ahead of their Champions League match against Newcastle United.
— (Mar 15, 23:19] Raphinha hits treble as Liga leaders Barca thrash Sevilla (Nst.com.my)Barcelona secured a commanding win over Sevilla with five goals scored to keep the four-point lead at LaLiga's summit while celebrating election day.
— (Mar 15, 08:26] Raphinha stars in statement Barcelona win (Feeds.as.com)Hansi Flick managed FC Barcelona with significant rotation during election day at Camp Nou while Gavi made his emotional return for their 5–2 victory over Sevilla. Raphinha scored two penalties and Dani Olmo contributed to a commanding win that maintained the club's four-point lead atop LaLiga ahead of Wednesday's Champions League match against Newcastle United.