Barcelona thrashes Elche to kick off La Liga 2026-27.
The defending champions fired on all cylinders! "The Blaugrana" Barcelona came from away to demolish Elche 5-0 in the opening match of the 2026-27 Spanish La Liga season.
0-1 Raphinha (penalty) 14th minute.
0-2 Karim Adeyemi 45+3 minutes.
0-3 Raphinha 67th minute.
0-4 Fermín López 71st minute.
0-5 Fermín López 79th minute.
In this game, the away team Barcelona dominated extensively, controlling possession and attacking relentlessly with sharp finishing. Raphinha and Fermín López each scored twice, plus Karim Adeyemi added one goal. Antony Gordon contributed 2 assists, starting the new season with fierce intensity.
For upcoming fixtures, Barcelona will host Athletic Bilbao on 27 Aug, while Elche will visit Racing on 29 Aug.