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Barcelona vs Cádiz Player Ratings from a 2-0 win

By Luis Garcia

BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 20: Barcelona's Spanish midfielder Pedri (L) celebrates after scoring a goal during the Spanish League, La Liga EA Sports between FC Barcelona and Cadiz CF at the Olimpia Stadium Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain on August 20, 2023. (Photo by Adria Puig/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 20: Barcelona's Spanish midfielder Pedri (L) celebrates after scoring a goal during the Spanish League, La Liga EA Sports between FC Barcelona and Cadiz CF at the Olimpia Stadium Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain on August 20, 2023. (Photo by Adria Puig/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images) /
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Lamine Yamal – 7.5

Simple creativity from the youngster, who started in a bit of a shock decision. However, he performed admirably. Yamal just creates excitement. He is concise and decisive with his touches, but he’s got a bit of wow factor to him as well. Xavi and Barcelona fans everywhere have got a talent on his hands with this one. Almost scored a great goal in the 29th minute, forcing a good fingertip save from Ledesma.

Robert Lewandowski – 7

Didn’t drop as deep as in recent games. He had a 24th minute header which admittedly was a  difficult finish but maybe could’ve done better. Missed a great chance at the start of second half as he couldn’t quite control in time. Despite this, a great headed flick on to assist Ferran’s goal. The fact remains, though: He’s struggling still. Maybe the Polish striker just needs more time to get fit as he gets older, and his form will improve as the season goes on.

Ansu Fati – 6.5

Subbed on in 68th min. Lacking the final touch today, as he put a couple of shots wide. He later moved into the ten role, right behind Lewandowski, and looked much better there. He had a bit of space to take on the defense and forced a good save. Also scored an offside goal off some good movement – just unlucky that Lewandowski was a hair offside.

Abde – 7

Subbed on in 68th min, along with Ansu. Abde is interesting, as he’s not a  prototypical Barcelona player – but that’s not bad. He doesn’t circulate the ball quick or play with a lot of quick touches, but he brings something different.  Got off a very nice shot in 80th min that almost tricked the keeper, but ultimately was saved.

Ferran – 7.5

He came on in the 87th min, and immediately linked up well with Ansu and Lewandowski. Showed a lot of confidence in this one. Took advantage of the space afforded by Cádiz pushing up well. Received a ball from Lewandowski to score a very nice goal to ice the game – left footed. Xavi and his staff have got a legitimate question now on their hands – how long do they stick with Lewandowski before giving Ferran the starting nod?

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