Rodri debuts with Barcelona as fans show support for Catalonia. Chelsea wins in League Cup
Rodri made his Barcelona debut in a 2-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish League on Thursday. Fans in attendance showed their support for Catalonia, displaying "estelada" flags despite Barcelona's tribute plans falling through due to a fan's confiscated flag earlier in the week. Rodri, signed from Manchester City after leading Spain to the World Cup, came on as a substitute in the 62nd minute and received a warm welcome from the Camp Nou crowd.
Barcelona's goals were scored by Raphinha and Fermín López. Chelsea and Fulham advanced to the third round of the English League Cup, with Chelsea defeating Fulham 2-0 in the second round.
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