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Hat-trick hero Raphinha runs the show while Joao Cancelo impresses again in five-star victory

Barcelona defeated Sevilla 5-2 at the Spotify Camp Nou on Sunday, March 15, 2026, extending their lead at the top of La Liga to four points.

The match was headlined by Raphinha, who scored a hat-trick, including two first-half penalties. Other goals for Barcelona came from Dani Olmo and Joao Cancelo. Sevilla’s goals were scored by Oso and Djibril Sow.

Match Highlights
Raphinha’s Treble: The Brazilian opened the scoring with a Panenka penalty (9th minute), added a second spot-kick (21st minute), and completed his hat-trick in the 51st minute with a deflected strike.

Other Scorers: Dani Olmo scored in the 38th minute, and Joao Cancelo added the fifth in the 64th minute.

Gavi’s Return: In a highly emotional moment for the home fans, Gavi made his official return to the pitch after 205 days on the sidelines due to a knee injury. He replaced Raphinha in the 82nd minute to a standing ovation.

Player Ratings
Raphinha: 9/10 (Man of the Match)

Joao Cancelo: 8/10

Dani Olmo: 7.5/10

Marc Bernal: 6.5/10

Pau Cubarsi: 6.5/10

Gerard Martin: 6.5/10

Joan Garcia: 6/10

Robert Lewandowski: 6/10

Pedri: 6/10

Roony Bardghji: 6/10

Xavi Espart: 7/10

Substitutes:

Fermin Lopez: 6.5/10

Lamine Yamal: 6/10

Ronald Araujo: 6/10

Marc Casado: 6/10

Gavi: N/A (Cameo appearance)

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