Barcelona celebrates return to Camp Nou with a rout of Athletic Bilbao
Barcelona returned to Camp Nou after more than 900 days with goals from Lewandowski, a brace from Ferran Torres and Fermin
FC Barcelona celebrated the reopening of Camp Nou in style, after 909 days of absence, with a 4-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in their return to Camp Nou with goals from Robert Lewandowski, Fermin and a brace from Ferran Torres.
The Catalan club takes the lead in Barca are currently in first place with 31 points, the same as Real Madrid, although they have played one more game. Goals from Robert Lewandowski, Fermin Lopez, and a brace from Ferran Torres reflected the total dominance of the Blaugrana against an Athletic side that tried to compete but was ultimately overwhelmed by Barca's pace and effectiveness. The match also marked the return of Joan Garcia and Raphinha, both back after two months out injured. Lewandowski kicked off the party at the renovated Camp Nou. The first goal at the new Camp Nou came very early. After Eric Garcia stole the ball in the opposition's half, Lewandowski finished with a precise left-footed shot to make it 1-0 in the 5th minute, unleashing celebrations and chants from the crowd, including the traditional tribute to Leo Messi in the 10th minute. Athletic reacted and created chances with Nico Williams and Unai Gomez, but Barcelona's fire remainedpower on fire. Just when Athletic were playing their best, Barcelona struck again. In a counter-attack before halftime, Lamine Yamal provided a magical assist to Ferran Torres, who made it 2-0 in the 45+3 minute, extending the lead and demoralizing the visitors. At the start of the second half, another interception by Eric Garcia led to Fermin Lopez making it 3-0. Lopez celebrated his 100th professional appearance with an outstanding performance in midfield. Finally, a long pass from Lamine Yamal left Ferran Torres one-on-one with the goalkeeper, who made it 4-0 in the 90th minute, marking a perfect night on their return to the Camp Nou. With this victory, Barcelona moves into first place on goal difference, pending Real Madrid's result against Elche.
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