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Galatasaray v Barcelona: Lamine Yamal and Co aim to make it perfect 10 in Champions League clash

Despite a three-week international break and the absence of La Liga's current top scorer, there was no stopping Barcelona's perfect start to the campaign at the weekend. Hansi Flick's table-toppers secured their eighth win in eight La Liga matches when they brushed aside Getafe 3-0 on Saturday – with Anthony Gordon, Gabriel Jesus and Jules Kounde on target – equalling their best start to a…

Galatasaray v Barcelona: Lamine Yamal and Co aim to make it perfect 10 in Champions League clash

Barcelona's perfect start to the La Liga campaign continued as they defeated Getafe 3-0 in their latest match, with Anthony Gordon, Gabriel Jesus, and Jules Kounde scoring. Forward Raphinha was absent due to a thigh injury. Barcelona, led by coach Hansi Flick, recorded nine victories across all competitions, setting a new club record.

The team's depth allows for rare starts, and Flick praised the atmosphere within the squad. Barcelona will face Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday, with Raphinha again absent. Getafe's coach acknowledged the team's talent, with players like Kounde, Gavi, and Jesus performing well. Galatasaray, under Ismael Garcia, will hope for a strong showing despite Barcelona's strong recent form.

Brazilian star Lamine Yamal, a key player, continues to impress with his performances for both club and country, earning praise from both Spain coach Luis de la Fuente and Galatasaray's Garcia.

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