"It was simply too easy for Barcelona in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup last night as they demolished Athletic Club with a dominant scoreline of 5-0 in Saudi Arabia. Ferran Torres opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, and his strike opened the floodgates for the rest of the team. By the 38th minute, the Catalans found themselves 4-0 up and enjoying an attack-intensive game with Fermin Lopez, Roony Bardghji and Raphinha also joining the party with goals."
"The Catalans had 80% of the possession on the night with a total of 13 shots taken. They completed over 800 passes, more than four times as many as the Basque side, and every attack was executed with a clear idea in mind. Even the defence did decently on the night and did not leave the goalkeeper too exposed, showing a clea"
Barcelona demolished Athletic Club 5-0 in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Saudi Arabia, with Ferran Torres, Fermin Lopez, Roony Bardghji and a brace from Raphinha on the scoresheet. Barcelona led 4-0 by the 38th minute and added a fifth soon after half-time, creating numerous chances throughout despite substitutions. The Catalans registered 80% possession, 13 shots and over 800 passes, executing attacks with clear purpose. Athletic Club sat deeper after going behind and focused on damage control. Barcelona entered the match unbeaten in eight games and delivered a decisive, convincing performance after recent underwhelming displays.
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