FC Barcelona delivered a true football masterclass by thrashing Valencia 6-0 at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Sunday, in a LaLiga match that leaves the Catalan side very close to leaders Real Madrid and confirms the team’s strong form since the arrival of German coach Hansi Flick. From the start, the Catalans showed overwhelming intensity and a fast-paced attacking style that completely overpowered a Valencia side that was especially outmatched in the second half.

The scoring opened in the 29th minute with a powerful cross shot from Fermín López, who then doubled his tally in the 56th minute after a precise assist from Gavi. Raphinha also shone with a brace: first in the 53rd minute with a long-range strike that went into the top corner, and then in the 66th by finishing off a lightning-fast team move that showcased Barcelona’s superiority.

Polish striker Robert Lewandowski completed the rout with two more goals in the 76th and 86th minutes, sealing a performance that evoked the best Barcelona of recent years, with total control of possession, relentless high pressing, and lethal finishing in front of goal. Valencia, disorganized and unable to react, created almost no danger and spent most of the match pinned back in their own half while the crowd celebrated every move from the home side.

With this result, Flick’s Barcelona stays firmly in the chase for Real Madrid at the top of the table, cutting the gap and sending a clear message that they are determined to fight for the league title until the very end of the season.