4 Talking Points from FC Barcelona 2-1 Athletic Club

2. Raphinha and Yamal steal the show

Hansi Flick employed Raphinha and Lamine Yamal on the two flanks in a four-man attack, with Ferran Torres playing a more central attacking role. While Ferran spurned a couple of definite chances with tame finishing, the wingers were at it from the get-go. Lamine Yamal scored from a beautiful curling effort, which was aided by some healthy deflection. The 17-year-old superstar was ready to take on the defenders at will and enjoyed his tussle against his fellow compatriot Nico Williams.

Raphinha, on the left, enjoyed one of his best games in a Barcelona jersey and could be a huge asset if he could replicate his performance throughout the season. The Brazil international was a constant thorn in the path of the Athletic defenders and was duly acknowledged by his manager after the game. He could have easily registered a couple of assists if not for the woodwork and got the crowd on their feet with a brilliant acrobatic volley, which, unfortunately, was hit straight down the middle.