Real Betis 2-5 Barcelona: Yamal runs the show as Blaugrana hit five in Seville

Barcelona produced a stunning 5-2 victory over Real Betis at the Estadio La Cartuja in Seville, with Lamine Yamal delivering a masterclass of creativity. The matchday 9 clash, played on 17 October 2026 in front of 66,924 spectators, saw Jules Kounde open the scoring in the 10th minute, converting Yamal's cross. Pablo Fornals equalised for Betis in the 27th minute from Valentin Gomez's assist. Fermin Lopez restored Barcelona's lead in the 41st minute after Rodri's pass, and Yamal grabbed his second assist of the night in the 51st minute, teeing up Gabriel Jesus for a composed finish. Giovani Lo Celso pulled one back for Betis in the 53rd minute, but Pau Cubarsi made it 4-2 in the 62nd minute from Eric Garcia's assist. Dani Olmo sealed the win in the 81st minute, converting Cubarsi's cross. VAR disallowed a Betis goal in the 43rd minute for an offside against Lo Celso. Barcelona controlled 63% possession and registered 20 shots to Betis' 12. The win lifts Barcelona to the top of the table with 22 points, while Betis remain 12th with 10. Can Barcelona maintain their title charge, and can Yamal win LaLiga Player of the Season.

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