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Scott Wilson

Barcelona player ratings vs Villarreal: Robert Lewandowski lays Pichichi gauntlet down to Kylian Mbappe as Raphinha & Lamine Yamal run riot - but horror Marc-Andre ter Stegen injury overshadows El Madrigal rout

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R. Lewandowski
Villarreal vs Barcelona
Originals
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L. Yamal
K. Mbappe
Raphinha

The Polish striker scored two more goals as the Blaugrana's danger men delivered again, but it was a bittersweet night

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Barcelona recorded an impressive 5-1 win at Villarreal on Sunday evening in a match marred by an injury to Marc-Andre ter Stegen. After seeing a Villarreal goal ruled out for offside, Barcelona got their noses in front when Robert Lewandowski neatly turned home from Pablo Torre’s exquisite pass in the 20th minute.

The Polish striker scored his second of the game - and sixth of the season - moments later, acrobatically bundling the ball over the line after a wicked Lamine Yamal cross caused panic inside Villarreal’s box.

But Villarreal quickly got themselves back into the contest when Barcelona’s defence switched off and Nicolas Pepe teed up Ayoze Perez to make it 2-1.

The mood inside the Estadio de la Ceramica changed when Barcelona goalkeeper Ter Stegen suffered what appears to be a serious knee injury in injury time. The German landed awkwardly after making a catch and had to be taken off on a stretcher, sparking fears that he could be sidelined for some time.

Inaki Pena came on and he was called into action early in the second half to deny Pepe’s fierce strike. The former Arsenal winger also saw a goal disallowed for offside.

The visitors were being made to sweat but Torre restored their two-goal lead on the hour mark. Lewandowski was then handed the chance to complete his hat-trick but he saw his penalty come off the post, before Raphinha put the cherry on top of his fine individual display with two late goals to make it 5-1.

The scoreline perhaps flattered the Blaugrana - Villarreal saw three goals chalked off - but Hansi Flick and his players, who have won all six La Liga matches this season, won't care.

GOAL rates Barcelona's players from Estadio de la Ceramica.

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    Goalkeeper & Defence

    Marc-Andre ter Stegen (7/10):

    Sadly stretchered off in the first half with what looks like a serious knee injury after landing awkwardly. The German had made two fine saves to keep Villarreal out before he had to be replaced.

    Jules Kounde (7/10):

    An all-action display from the Frenchman down the right-hand side, who looked to get forward at every opportunity.

    Sergi Dominguez (5/10):

    Replaced on the hour mark as his inexperience showed.

    Inigo Martinez (6/10):

    Villarreal's attack of Pepe and Perez caused problems throughout but Martinez did just about enough.

    Gerard Martin (5/10):

    Arguably the weak link in Barcelona's defence, conceding three fouls.

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    Midfield

    Pablo Torre (7/10):

    Torre was guilty of giving the ball away cheaply on numerous occasions, but he made up for it with his offensive output. The 21-year-old's assist for Lewandowski's first goal was a thing of beauty and he got on the scoresheet himself with a fine long-range effort.

    Eric Garcia (5/10):

    Struggled as the lone defensive-minded midfielder, with Villarreal creating chances through the middle at will.

    Pedri (6/10):

    Not the Spaniard's best performance in a Barcelona shirt and, like Torre, didn't help his midfield much by conceding possession more than once.

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    Attack

    Lamine Yamal (8/10):

    Provided a moment of magic with his assist for Raphinha's second goal, a perfectly-weighted pass with the outside of his boot. Another special display from the youngster.

    Robert Lewandowski (8/10):

    Will rue his penalty miss, but Barcelona stand a great chance of beating Real Madrid to the La Liga title if Lewandowski continues to score with regularity. The clinical Pole now has six goals in the league, more than any other player this season, and it's safe to say he's going all out to beat Kylian Mbappe to the Pichichi already.

    Raphinha (9/10):

    The Brazilian winger was brilliant throughout, consistently looking to get on the ball and make things happen. May not get as many headlines as his fellow attackers, but he deserves all the plaudits he'll receive.

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    Subs & Manager

    Inaki Pena (6/10):

    Did well after coming in for Ter Stegen. Now looks set for a lengthy run in the starting line-up.

    Marc Casado (6/10):

    Impressed in 30 minutes of action, helping to calm the game down. A mature cameo from the 21-year-old.

    Pau Victor (6/10):

    Smart pick out for Raphinha to make it 4-1.

    Pau Cubarsi (6/10):

    Helped to shore up Barcelona's defence after his second-half introduction.

    Hector Fort (N/A):

    Not enough time to make an impact.

    Hansi Flick (7/10):

    Will have some concerns about the ease with which Villarreal were able to create chances, but still did a fine job given Barcelona's mounting injuries.

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