Barcelona secured their first win in the Spanish La Liga season with a dominant 3-0 victory over Sevilla at Camp Nou on Sunday evening. The match saw Barcelona dominate possession and create numerous chances, with Lionel Messi, Antoine Griezmann, and Pedri all having impressive performances.
In the early stages of the game, Sevilla struggled to find their rhythm and were constantly being pushed back by the Barcelona defense. However, it was the home side who broke the deadlock in the 27th minute when Messi found himself one-on-one with Sevilla goalkeeper Carlos Kameni and slotted home a well-placed shot into the bottom corner.
The lead didn't last long as Sevilla responded quickly and equalized just before half-time through a goal from Youssef En-Nesyri. However, it was Barcelona who took control of the second half and continued to press for an opener.
The breakthrough finally came in the 66th minute when Pedri made a fantastic run down the left wing and crossed for Griezmann to head past Kameni from close range. The forward's goal proved to be decisive as he doubled Barcelona's lead five minutes later with a neat finish following another fine individual effort.
Lewandowski, who had been largely quiet throughout the match, provided some much-needed impetus in the closing stages. He played a key role in setting up the third goal, assisting Pedri who then scored his own header from close range.
Overall, this was a comprehensive performance from Barcelona against Sevilla, with all three goals coming from different sources. The team showed great composure and confidence throughout the game, with each player contributing in their own unique way. It was a reminder that despite losing Lionel Messi, Barcelona remain a force to be reckoned with in the Spanish top flight.