on Thursday to substantiate themselves as La Liga champions for the twenty eighth time – it additionally accomplished a home treble. Right here’s how Hansi Flick’s facet fared on the RCDE Stadium.
Participant ratingsWojciech Szczesny – 8
His greatest match shortly. He made an enormous save to disclaim Javi Puado within the first half, and all through, he was assured in coming for balls together with his toes and arms/physique.
Eric Garcia – 7
One other reliable efficiency from Eric, who continued to point out himself as a great right-back possibility for Barcelona.
Ronald Araujo – 6
Not the very best night for Araujo, who struggled to cope with Espanyol’s assaults at occasions. He was taken off early within the second half attributable to a knee subject.
Andreas Christensen – 8
Wonderful efficiency from Christensen on solely his second begin of the season. He was very stable in defence, and was very sharp regardless of his lack of motion.
Gerard Martin – 6
Okay efficiency from the younger defender, who was taken off at half time to permit Alejandro Balde to return on.
Frenkie de Jong – 7
De Jong continues to place in sturdy performances, as he marshalled the Barcelona midfield alongside Pedri.
Pedri – 8
Pedri continues his world-class kind with one other spectacular displaying. He was all over the place for Barcelona, and as typical, he made issues look very straightforward.
Lamine Yamal – 9
What extra could be mentioned about Lamine Yamal? Irritating first half, however as soon as once more, he makes the distinction. to interrupt the impasse, earlier than establishing Fermin Lopez for the second.
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Dani Olmo – 7
Once more, a comparatively quiet efficiency from Olmo, who has struggled to seek out his greatest kind in latest weeks. He supplied the help for Lamine Yamal’s opener.
Raphinha – 7
A uncommon off-night for Raphinha, who couldn’t make the identical impression as his fellow winger.
Robert Lewandowski – 6
Disappointing efficiency from Lewandowski, who appeared rusty – which is comprehensible contemplating it was his first begin in a couple of weeks.
SubstitutesAlejandro Balde – 7
Injected life into Barcelona when he got here on.
Pau Cubarsi – 6
Got here on to assist Barcelona break down Espanyol, and he was profitable on this goal. Stable in defence too.
Fermin Lopez – 7
He wouldn’t be denied on this event. After his purpose towards Actual Madrid was chalked off, he bounced again emphatically by on this match in stoppage time.
Gavi – 6
Competed, as he at all times does. He was concerned in a scuffle with Pere Milla after the complete time whistle.
Hector Fort – 6
Had little to do when he got here on.