It was a very crucial win for Ronald Koeman’s boys against Valencia at Camp Nou as a warm-up win before they prepare themselves for next week’s El Classico with inform Real Madrid.
In a more thrilling football, the visiting team Valencia scored first via José Luis Gayà in the fifth minute but it was buried short after by Ansu Fati who is currently at his best form after returning from an injury he sustained last season during Barcelona outing.
Barcelona celebrates after winning; Photo Credit – FC Barcelona
Ansu Fati presently has proven to be a key marksman for Ronald Koeman. He is so offensive daring and fast and forceful donning the number ten shirt.
Barcelona’s scored another goal via Dutchman Memphis Depay from the penalty spot after Ansu Fati was fouled in the box making it 2-1 in the first 45 minutes.
Barcelona in the later minutes of the game we’re playing with five players at the back although they still were leading with two goals to one 2-1 looking to hold the three points.
Memphis Depay scored the second Barcelona’s goal; Photo Credit – FC Barcelona
This was not the way Barcelona plays but given the pressure that is with Ronald Koeman that was necessary as this is indeed a different Barcelona from what we became used to.
Second-half substitute Philippe Coutinho made it 3-1 for Barcelona in the 85th minute from eight yards away from the goal converting Sergio Dest’s cross from the right, a fantastic finish that was to register his first goal f the season for Barcelona.
The second half also saw the introduction of Sergio Aguero who received a standing ovation from Barcelona fans at Camp Nou singing his name to signify a start to a competitive competition in La Liga.
Sergio Aguero; Photo Credit – FC Barcelona
Speaking after the game the Argentine said it was such a beautiful start to his Barcelona outings and it meant a lot as he looks forward to making them proud.
“Well that was incredible, people calling my name, singing my name. I liked the song and it would be nice to get used to that,” he said.
“I want to thank them on the pitch for that affection. I can’t hug everyone individually but I hope they enjoy my play on the pitch.”
Taking to his social media account Aguero did not hide his excitement .
He wrote, “Happy for the victory and for having the first minutes with this shirt. Thank you all for your support And we go for more!!
Aguero’s return to Barcelona’s squad bolsters their attacking options with also Ansu Fati and Memphis showing no signs of slowing down, more is expected from the lads. Aguero will be hoping for more minutes on Wednesday when Barca returns to action in the Champions League against Dynamo Kiev.
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