FC Barcelona News: 17 September 2026

On a stormy evening at Spotify Camp Nou, FC Barcelona emerged victorious with a stunning 7-2 win over Racing Santander in La Liga. The electrifying match saw goals from João Cancelo, Raphinha (3), Gabriel Jesus, Lamine Yamal, and an own goal from Villalibre, as the Catalan giants showcased an impressive attacking display.

Barcelona's coach, Hansi Flick, praised his team's swift start, stating, "Always good to start well." The team's record-breaking performance marked their best ever opening to a season. In a nod to longtime delegate Carles Naval, who had served for 40 years, Joan Laporta, Deco, and Flick presented him with a commemorative plaque before kickoff.

The night was also a personal highlight for striker Raphinha, who scored a remarkable hat-trick. He expressed his delight with the team's performance, revealing, "We have a lot to conquer." Similarly, Cancelo was overjoyed with his goal, calling it "the best goal of my career." However, Racing Santander's boss, José Alberto López, admitted that his team's defense was not up to par, accepting responsibility for the heavy defeat.