Barcelona 4-1 Copenhagen: player rating breakdown

FC Barcelona stormed into the UEFA Champions League round of 16 with a dominant 4-1 thrashing of FC Copenhagen at Camp Nou.

The visitors struck first through Viktor Daðason’s early goal in the 4th minute, leading 1-0 at halftime amid Barcelona’s possession control.

Barcelona exploded after the break: Robert Lewandowski equalized with a Lamine Yamal assist, Yamal scored a deflected solo strike to make it 2-1, Raphinha dispatched a penalty for 3-1, and substitute Marcus Rashford curled in a stunning late free-kick to seal the 4-1 rout.

The emphatic victory propelled Barcelona directly into the round of 16, underlining their resilience and lethal attacking depth.

Here are the Barcelona players’ ratings:

Joan García (7/10)

Conceded an early goal to Dadason but made key saves to keep Barcelona in the game.

Decent distribution helped build play as Barcelona dominated possession after the first half.

Jules Koundé (7/10)

Solid defensively, won important duels, and provided support in attacks down the right.

Reliable in transitions, helping Barcelona regain control after going behind.

Pau Cubarsí (8/10)

Composed under early pressure and distributed the ball well from the back.

Showed maturity in a high-stakes match despite the young age.

Eric García (7.5/10)

Strong in progressive passing and helped stabilize the defense after the concession.

Key to building from the back during Barcelona’s dominant second-half spell.

Alejandro Balde (7.5/10)

Offered good overlaps on the left and recovered well defensively.

Contributed to second-half control with energetic runs and defensive solidity.

Fermín López (8/10)

Provided a brilliant assist for Yamal’s goal and was dynamic throughout midfield.

High pressing and energy levels were crucial in turning the game around.

Dani Olmo (7.5/10)

Linked play effectively in the attacking third and created chances.

Added creativity despite missing some key teammates in midfield.

Lamine Yamal (9/10)

Scored a stunning individual goal and assisted Lewandowski’s equalizer.

Electric pace, dribbling, and creativity constantly troubled Copenhagen’s defense.

Raphinha (8.5/10)

Calmly converted the penalty to make it 3-1 and threatened constantly on the wing.

Captain’s energy, work rate, and directness helped secure the comeback win.

Robert Lewandowski (8/10)

Scored the crucial equalizer and drew the penalty with clever movement.

Clinical finishing and hold-up play are pivotal in Barcelona’s second-half dominance.