{
  "id": 4767234,
  "title": "Yamal, Raphinha bag braces as Barcelona rout Rayo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/yamal-raphinha-bag-braces-as-barcelona-rout-rayo",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-01T02:18:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/09/1523202/yamal-raphinha-bag-braces-barcelona-rout-rayo"
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  "account": "Barcelona's teenage stars Lamine Yamal and Raphinha scored twice each as the champions defeated Rayo Vallecano 5-2 at Camp Nou on Monday. Sergio Camello netted two goals for the visitors, but Hansi Flick's Barca managed to secure their third win from three matches in a thrilling display.\n\nAt just 19, Yamal became the 50th all-time scorer for Barcelona, a milestone he achieved two years younger than the club's legendary Lionel Messi. After the first half, Barcelona took a 1-0 lead, but Rayo equalized in the second half when they were leading 3-1.\n\nFlick expressed disappointment over letting Rayo score twice when they were ahead, but acknowledged his team's quality in controlling the game and maintaining possession. The Brazil international Raphinha continued his impressive goal-scoring form, and Yamal showcased his talent with a curling finish in the 90th minute.\n\nArsenal striker Gabriel Jesus, who could be joining Barcelona before the transfer window closes on Tuesday, watched from the stands. Flick praised Jesus, calling him a top striker and expressing his excitement about the potential addition.",
  "summary": "BARCELONA: Barcelona’s teenage star Lamine Yamal and Raphinha both struck twice as the champions beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2 on Monday to continue their perfect start to the campaign.",
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        "outlet": "Al Jazeera",
        "title": "Lamine Yamal getting back to ‘top level’, Barcelona coach Flick says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/lamine-yamal-getting-back-to-top-level-barcelona-coach-flick-says",
        "published": "2026-08-30T21:28:16.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Yamal, Raphinha bag braces as Barcelona rout Rayo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/yamal-raphinha-bag-braces-as-barcelona-rout-rayo",
        "published": "2026-08-31T21:45:31.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Yamal, Raphinha bag braces as Barcelona rout Rayo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/yamal-raphinha-bag-braces-as-barcelona-rout-rayo-4725213",
        "published": "2026-08-31T21:58:14.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "Lamine Yamal and Raphinha score twice as Barcelona hit five",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/lamine-yamal-and-raphinha-score-twice-as-barcelona-hit-five",
        "published": "2026-08-31T22:31:49.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Raphinha, Yamal lead Barcelona’s 5-2 demolition of Rayo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/raphinha-yamal-lead-barcelonas-5-2-demolition-of-rayo",
        "published": "2026-09-01T01:24:05.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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