Hansi Flick's Barcelona delivered a commanding performance with a 0-5 thrashing of Valencia at Mestalla in La Liga's fourth matchday. The German coach, in his third season in charge, stated the team still 'can do better' despite what he called an almost perfect display.
The Blaugrana sit top of the table with nine points from three wins in three games, on a WWW run. They have scored twelve goals and conceded just two, giving them a +10 goal difference. Their next fixture is an away trip to tenth-placed Levante on Sunday, September 13.
How did the Mestalla rout unfold?
Sunday's match at the Estadio de Mestalla was an offensive masterclass. Barcelona controlled the game from the outset and exploited the spaces Valencia left. Hansi Flick highlighted this after the final whistle. "Today was a fantastic, almost perfect match. We had control, we were dominant," the manager said in comments reported by Record MX.
The result takes the team's total tally to 17 goals in just four league matches. Three players are responsible for the bulk of this output. Raphinha leads the scoring charts with six goals, closely followed by Fermín López and Lamine Yamal, who have each netted four times. This collective efficiency is a key stat available on our stats page.
What did Hansi Flick say after the match?
The coach showed satisfaction but also ambition. Beyond calling the performance fantastic, Flick sent a clear message about the team's mentality. "We can do better," he declared, underlining that the group is not settling. He also addressed the squad's attacking quality, asserting that Barcelona does not miss Ferran Torres or Robert Lewandowski.
Flick argued the team has great quality in both attack and midfield, and that anyone can score. For the manager, the keys were controlling the game, exploiting spaces, and quality in one-on-one situations and finishing. This philosophy is paying off, as reflected in their position at the top of the standings.
What is Barcelona's current situation?
Flick's team remains unbeaten at the start of the 2026-27 season. Of the four matches played, they have won three. Defensive solidity, with only two goals conceded, complements a rampant attack. This balance is the foundation of their solo lead in La Liga.
The squad shows notable depth, with several players contributing goals. This allows Flick to rotate and maintain freshness in a busy schedule. Fans can review all the details of the squad on our site. The immediate next challenge is the match this Wednesday, September 9th, against Feyenoord at Camp Nou, scheduled for 10:45 AM Central Mexico Time.
What to expect in the coming weeks?
The calendar offers no respite for Barcelona. After the Champions League clash with Feyenoord, the team travels to face Levante in the fifth league matchday. That game is set for Sunday, September 13th at 8:15 AM, Central Mexico Time.
The visit to the Granotes is another away test. Levante currently sits in tenth place, making them a tricky opponent at home. Maintaining rhythm and concentration will be vital to hold onto first place. The full schedule of matches is available in our fixtures calendar.
Barcelona approaches this sequence of games with sky-high morale after the Mestalla rout and the confidence that comes with leading the competition. The team plays Levante on September 13th.
