Stats: Breaking down Barcelona’s dominance over Valladolid by the numbers

Barcelona delivered a stunning performance against Real Valladolid. Hansi Flick’s Barça showed they are not just about winning but about doing it in style.

The team’s dominant 7-0 victory ensures they go into the international break at the top of the table, and the performance on the pitch reveals a squad hungry for more than just points—they want titles.

It must be noted that Flick has only been in charge for a month and a half, yet he has already reinvigorated the team and the fanbase. With just two new signings, he has managed to inject new life into the squad.

The supporters are already chanting his name, a clear sign of approval for his approach and tactics. While it is early days with just four matches played, this win against Valladolid, a newly promoted side, shows that Barça have more up its sleeve than just goals.

Hansi Flick’s approach vs. Valladolid

Barcelona’s play was very direct, with quick transitions that caught Valladolid off guard. Both the first and second goals were almost identical, coming from long passes that bypassed the midfield to find the forwards.

For the first goal, Pau Cubarsi delivered a precise pass from the centre of the pitch to Raphinha, who controlled it perfectly and opened the scoring.

The second goal came in a similar fashion, with a long pass from Lamine Yamal that found Robert Lewandowski, who made no mistake in front of goal.

Raphinha scored a hat-trick against Valladolid. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

These plays highlighted Barça’s ability to switch from defence to attack in an instant, keeping their opponents on the back foot.

Barcelona didn’t just dominate the scoreboard; they controlled the match in every aspect. With 70.5% possession, they spent most of the game in Valladolid’s half. The statistics tell the story: Barcelona had 41 interventions in Valladolid’s penalty area, while Valladolid managed just 13 in Barça’s box.

The seven goals could have easily been more, with Dani Olmo hitting the woodwork twice and Lewandowski also coming close. In total, Barça had 23 shots, with 11 on target, demonstrating their relentless attacking approach.

Beyond their attacking prowess, Barcelona were also highly accurate in their passing game. They completed 595 passes with an impressive success rate of 91.6%. This precision allowed them to maintain control and dictate the tempo of the match.

Raphinha stood out with his first career hat-trick, but the goals were well distributed across the team. Lewandowski, Jules Kounde, Olmo, and Ferran Torres also got on the scoresheet, showing the depth of talent in the squad.

Generosity was another hallmark of Barça’s performance. Yamal, despite not scoring, contributed significantly by providing two assists.

His play was full of flair and creativity, showcasing the young talent that Flick is nurturing. This willingness to share the ball and create opportunities for teammates highlights a team spirit and unity that will be crucial as the season progresses.