Barcelona extended their stunning start to the season with a commanding 3-0 victory over Getafe on Saturday, setting a new club record in the process — and doing so without their standout forward Raphinha.
Barcelona Cruise to Record-Breaking Start With Gordon and Gabriel Jesus Shining
Barcelona extended their stunning start to the season with a commanding 3-0 victory over Getafe on Saturday, setting a new club record in the process — and doing so without their standout forward Raphinha.
Manager Hansi Flick was full of praise for Anthony Gordon and Gabriel Jesus, who stepped into the lineup and delivered impressive performances to fill the void left by the in-form Brazilian winger.
Gordon and Gabriel Jesus rise to the occasion
With Raphinha unavailable, all eyes were on who would take up the creative burden for Barcelona. Gordon and Gabriel Jesus answered the call, combining to help dismantle Getafe with a display that left Flick visibly satisfied.
The result extended Barcelona's record-breaking run at the start of the campaign, underlining the depth and quality Flick has at his disposal this season.
Flick's squad depth on full display
The 3-0 scoreline against Getafe was a statement of Barcelona's strength in depth. Even without one of their most dangerous attackers, the Catalan giants were able to put on a dominant showing — a sign that Flick's system is functioning well beyond reliance on any single player.
The result leaves Barcelona in superb form heading into the next phase of the season, with a record start now firmly in the books.


