LIVE BLOG: FC Barcelona vs Aston Villa | UEFA Champions League
The Blaugrana are looking to put their defeat against Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes and their LaLiga loss to archrivals Real Madrid behind them.
Hansi Flick | 4-2-3-1 Formation
- Goalkeeper: Joan García.
- Defenders: João Cancelo, Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín and Brian Fariñas.
- Midfielders: Rodri, Pedri, Fermín López, Anthony Gordon and Lamine Yamal.
- Forward: Raphinha.
Substitutes: Wojciech Szczęsny, Orian Goren, Guillem Víctor, Marc Bernal, Hamza Abdelkarim, Álex Campos, Gavi, Alejandro Balde, Karim Adeyemi, Frenkie de Jong, Gabriel Jesus and Dominik Livaković.
🟣 ASTON VILLA STARTING XI
Unai Emery | 4-2-3-1 Formation
- Goalkeeper: Zion Suzuki.
- Defenders: Matty Cash, Victor Lindelöf, Pau Torres and Ian Maatsen.
- Midfielders: Boubacar Kamara, João Gomes, John McGinn, Johan Manzambi and Emiliano Buendía.
- Forward: Nicolas Jackson.
Substitutes: Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Alysson, Ibrahim Mbaye, George Hemmings, Alejandro Garnacho, James Wright, Marco Bizot, Tammy Abraham, Tyrone Mings, Leon Goretzka and Ross Barkley.
Referee: Davide Massa (Italy).
VAR: Bastian Dankert (Germany).
⚽ KICKOFF!
The action is underway at Spotify Camp Nou! Barcelona and Aston Villa face off in Matchday 4 of the UEFA Champions League League Phase. The Blaugrana are looking for their third win in the competition, while the Villans aim to maintain their perfect record.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 0-0 Aston Villa
1' FIRST FOUL OF THE MATCH!
Fermín López comes out with plenty of intensity and brings down Boubacar Kamara shortly after kickoff. The first foul of the game.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 0-0 Aston Villa
2' ANTHONY GORDON WINS THE BALL BACK!
The Englishman loses possession in Aston Villa territory but manages to recover it against João Gomes. However, João Cancelo eventually loses the ball near the opposition box.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 0-0 Aston Villa
3' BARCELONA PRESS HIGH UP THE PITCH!
John McGinn loses the ball in a dangerous area under Barcelona's pressure, although the English side manages to react, regain possession and prevent a clear-cut scoring opportunity.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 0-0 Aston Villa
4' ANTHONY GORDON GOES FOR GOAL!
Lamine Yamal finds Fermín López with an exquisite outside-of-the-boot pass. The midfielder reaches the byline and cuts the ball back for Anthony Gordon, who attempts a first-time finish, but Victor Lindelöf blocks the shot.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 0-0 Aston Villa
5' EMILIANO BUENDÍA BRINGS DOWN LAMINE YAMAL!
The Spanish winger receives the ball near Aston Villa's box and is brought down by Emiliano Buendía, who catches him with his knee. Davide Massa awards a free kick in a dangerous position for Barcelona. Raphinha steps up to take it.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 0-0 Aston Villa
6' RAPHINHA THREATENS FROM A FREE KICK!
The Brazilian takes the set piece with a delivery that also doubles as a cross. The ball travels across the entire Aston Villa penalty area and goes just past the far post, with none of his teammates able to get a touch.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 0-0 Aston Villa
7' ⚽ BARCELONA GOAL! LAMINE YAMAL!
Barcelona take the lead! The Blaugrana win possession high up the pitch following a costly mistake by João Gomes during Aston Villa's buildup. The midfielder tries to play the ball back to his goalkeeper, but his pass goes straight to Lamine Yamal.
The young Spaniard takes on Pau Torres, pulls off a feint and unleashes a powerful, well-placed left-footed strike into the back of the net. What a goal from Barcelona's young superstar!
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
8' MATTY CASH COMES CLOSE TO AN EQUALIZER!
Aston Villa respond immediately. Matty Cash unleashes a powerful right-footed shot from a dangerous position, but the ball flies just wide of Joan García's post. Barcelona survive!
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
9' JOÃO GOMES COMES CLOSE AS WELL!
The visitors win another corner, and João Gomes finds space to get a shot away inside the box. However, João Cancelo makes a timely block to prevent the equalizer.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
10' 🟨 IAN MAATSEN RECEIVES THE FIRST YELLOW CARD!
Dutch defender Ian Maatsen is booked after a heavy challenge on Lamine Yamal. The Barcelona winger continues to cause problems for the Villans' defense.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
12' LAMINE YAMAL CANNOT REACH THE BYLINE!
The Barcelona attacker tries to get past his marker down the right flank, but the ball runs out of play. Yamal disagrees with the assistant referee's decision.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
13' LAMINE YAMAL BEATS THE DEFENSE AGAIN!
The Spaniard receives the ball on the right wing and accelerates toward the byline. Yamal makes good progress with ease, but the ball goes out of play before he can deliver a cross to his teammates.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
14' JOAN GARCÍA GETS THERE BEFORE NICOLAS JACKSON!
John McGinn sends a long ball forward looking for the Aston Villa striker's run, but Barcelona goalkeeper Joan García rushes off his line and gets there in time to stop the move before Jackson can create any danger.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
15' LAMINE YAMAL TRIES TO DOUBLE BARCELONA'S LEAD!
Anthony Gordon sends a low cross into the heart of the box, where Lamine Yamal arrives looking to finish. However, the Spaniard slips as he attempts to connect with the ball, and his shot goes wide.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
16' ANTHONY GORDON CREATES DANGER!
The English attacker drives forward down the left flank and makes his way toward the edge of the opposition box. Gordon sends a low delivery looking for Raphinha and Lamine Yamal, but neither player manages to connect with the ball for a shot on target.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
17' FERMÍN LÓPEZ SUFFERS A NOSEBLEED!
The Barcelona midfielder takes a blow during a challenge with Johan Manzambi. Fermín suffers a nosebleed and requires medical attention before continuing the match.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
18' MANZAMBI WASTES A GREAT OPPORTUNITY!
Johan Manzambi receives a good pass inside Barcelona's box and finds himself almost completely unmarked. The Swiss attacker attempts to finish, but fails to make proper contact with the ball, and his effort does not trouble Joan García.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
19' JOAN GARCÍA SAVES BARCELONA!
What a chance for the Villans! Nicolas Jackson receives an outstanding through ball and breaks toward the Barcelona box. However, Joan García quickly rushes off his line and makes a crucial intervention to prevent the striker from getting a shot away.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
20' ASTON VILLA SEARCH FOR AN EQUALIZER!
The visitors find space to launch quick counterattacks and continue to test Barcelona's defense. The Blaugrana need to be careful with balls played in behind their center-backs.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
22' LAMINE YAMAL LOOKS FOR FERMÍN LÓPEZ!
The Spaniard attempts to thread a pass through to his teammate inside the box, but the delivery is too strong, and Fermín cannot get on the end of it.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
25' ZION SUZUKI DENIES BARCELONA'S SECOND!
Another mistake in Aston Villa's buildup. The Japanese goalkeeper attempts to play out from the back, but Barcelona's high press forces another turnover near the box. Pedri wins possession and quickly finds Anthony Gordon, who unleashes a powerful shot from a tight angle. However, Suzuki reacts in time to prevent Barcelona from doubling their lead.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
27' LAMINE YAMAL LOOKS FOR RAPHINHA!
The Spaniard plays a through ball into the Brazilian's path as he attempts to get one-on-one with Zion Suzuki. However, Raphinha fails to control the ball properly and the opportunity goes begging.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
29' FERMÍN LÓPEZ WINS A HEAVY FOUL!
The Barcelona midfielder manages to regain possession against Boubacar Kamara, but Emiliano Buendía arrives late and commits a heavy foul. Davide Massa blows his whistle.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
30' 🟨 EMILIANO BUENDÍA ALSO BOOKED!
The Argentine arrives late to a challenge and commits a heavy foul on Fermín López, who had just won possession in the opposition half. Davide Massa does not hesitate to show the second yellow card of the match.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
31' JOAN GARCÍA DENIES ASTON VILLA'S EQUALIZER!
The English side threaten again! Manzambi receives the ball, gets past a defender and finds room to unleash a powerful left-footed shot inside the box. However, Joan García is well positioned and makes an excellent save to preserve Barcelona's lead.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
34' PAU TORRES PREVENTS BARCELONA'S SECOND!
Raphinha pounces on a loose ball and bursts forward toward Aston Villa's box. The Brazilian manages to get past several opponents, but just as he prepares to shoot, Pau Torres makes a timely intervention to block his effort.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
35' BRIAN FARIÑAS SAVES BARCELONA!
Nicolas Jackson finds space and gets a dangerous shot away inside the box. However, Brian Fariñas holds his ground and blocks the striker's effort.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
36' ASTON VILLA THREATEN AGAIN!
Nicolas Jackson finds space down the right flank and gets through on goal against Brian Fariñas. The striker attempts to finish the move with a shot, but the ball is deflected behind for a corner. From the resulting set piece, the ball drops dangerously inside the six-yard box, although none of the visiting players can get a shot away.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
38' WHAT A PASS FROM LAMINE YAMAL!
The Spaniard once again showcases his quality with an outstanding through ball behind Aston Villa's defense. Lamine finds Fermín López, who manages to reach the ball, but his cutback is intercepted by Boubacar Kamara.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
39' FERMÍN LÓPEZ TRIES TO EXTEND BARCELONA'S LEAD!
The Barcelona midfielder connects with a shot after a corner delivery reaches the far post. However, his effort goes straight at Zion Suzuki, who gathers the ball comfortably.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
42' CONTROVERSY AFTER JACKSON STEPS ON CUBARSÍ!
The Barcelona defender is left on the ground after Nicolas Jackson accidentally steps on him during a challenge for the ball. The incident sparks protests from Barcelona players, and a possible red card is reviewed. However, VAR decides that no intervention is necessary.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
43' 🟨 RAPHINHA RECEIVES A YELLOW CARD!
The Brazilian is booked for pushing Nicolas Jackson, who was trying to help Pau Cubarsí get back to his feet after the heavy challenge that had left the Barcelona defender on the ground.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
44' 🟨 NICOLAS JACKSON ALSO BOOKED!
The Aston Villa striker receives a yellow card following the incident involving Pau Cubarsí. The attacker avoids a possible sending-off after the review of the challenge.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
45' ⏱️ ONE MINUTE OF ADDED TIME!
Davide Massa adds 60 seconds to the first half. Barcelona remain in front, although Aston Villa have created several dangerous opportunities to find an equalizer.
Score: 1H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
HALF-TIME!
Lamine Yamal's seventh-minute goal and the controversy surrounding Nicolas Jackson's challenge on Pau Cubarsí headline the first 45 minutes. Joan García has been crucial in keeping Barcelona ahead after several dangerous opportunities for the Villans.
Score: HT | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
🔄 SECOND HALF UNDERWAY!
Hansi Flick makes his first substitution. Marc Bernal replaces Rodri, who leaves the pitch due to discomfort in his right calf. The German coach looks to prevent the midfielder's physical issue from getting worse.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
47' FERMÍN LÓPEZ ATTEMPTS A VOLLEY!
Goalkeeper Zion Suzuki rushes out of his box and punches the ball clear, leaving it within Fermín López's reach. The Spanish midfielder attempts a volley but fails to make proper contact, and his effort goes wide without causing much danger.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
49' JOHN MCGINN BRINGS DOWN JOÃO CANCELO!
The Aston Villa captain arrives late to a challenge and fouls the Portuguese full-back, who is left on the ground with noticeable discomfort. Barcelona regain possession.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
50' GOOD DEFENSIVE COVERAGE FROM GORDON!
Manzambi tries to create danger down the flank and sends a delivery into Barcelona's box. However, Anthony Gordon tracks back at the right moment, intercepts the ball with his chest and plays it back to Joan García to end the threat.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 1-0 Aston Villa
52' ⚽ BARCELONA GOAL! RAPHINHA!
The Brazilian doubles Barcelona's lead! Fermín López receives the ball and finds Raphinha at the edge of the box. The attacker sets himself before unleashing a left-footed strike that takes a slight deflection off Pau Torres, making it difficult for Zion Suzuki to save.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 2-0 Aston Villa
56' WHAT A STRIKE FROM JOÃO CANCELO!
Anthony Gordon lays the ball back for the Portuguese full-back, who takes a touch before unleashing a powerful right-footed effort from just outside the box. The ball flies narrowly over Zion Suzuki's crossbar. Barcelona are looking for a third!
Score: 2H | Barcelona 2-0 Aston Villa
57' EMILIANO BUENDÍA APPEALS FOR A PENALTY!
The Argentine goes down following contact with Brian Fariñas as he tries to move toward Barcelona's box. Aston Villa players appeal for a spot kick, but the contact takes place outside the penalty area. No penalty for the visitors.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 2-0 Aston Villa
60' LAMINE YAMAL LOOKS FOR RAPHINHA!
Barcelona find space to launch a counterattack. Lamine Yamal sends a long pass looking to release Raphinha's pace, but the Brazilian cannot reach the ball, and Zion Suzuki gathers it.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 2-0 Aston Villa
61' JOAN GARCÍA GETS THERE BEFORE BUENDÍA!
The Barcelona goalkeeper once again comes off his line at the right moment to clear a loose ball that Emiliano Buendía was chasing. The referee subsequently penalizes the Argentine for dangerous play.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 2-0 Aston Villa
62' 🔄 ASTON VILLA MAKE A TRIPLE SUBSTITUTION!
Unai Emery makes three changes with his team trailing by two goals. Ibrahim Mbaye, Ross Barkley and Leon Goretzka come on, replacing Emiliano Buendía, Johan Manzambi and João Gomes.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 2-0 Aston Villa
64' ⚽ BARCELONA GOAL! RAPHINHA SCORES HIS SECOND!
The Brazilian is on the scoresheet again! João Cancelo produces a brilliant run down the left flank, beats his marker and enters the box before delivering an outstanding outside-of-the-foot cross. Raphinha arrives at the far post and only has to tap the ball into the back of the net.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
66' ZION SUZUKI DENIES BARCELONA A FOURTH!
Fermín López capitalizes on another Aston Villa mistake inside their own box, pulls off a superb turn and unleashes a powerful left-footed shot. However, the Japanese goalkeeper responds with an outstanding save to prevent another Barcelona goal.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
67' GORDON PREVENTS MCGINN FROM SCORING!
John McGinn finds space inside the six-yard box and gets a dangerous shot away. However, Anthony Gordon makes a timely intervention to deflect the ball and prevent the Aston Villa captain from pulling one back.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
68' GORETZKA HITS THE POST!
Aston Villa come close to pulling one back. Leon Goretzka attacks the near post from a corner and gets his head to the ball, but his effort crashes against the post. Barcelona survive!
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
69' 🔄 BARCELONA MAKE A TRIPLE SUBSTITUTION!
Hansi Flick decides to refresh his attack and midfield. Gabriel Jesus, Frenkie de Jong and Gavi come on, replacing Raphinha, Fermín López and Pedri. The Brazilian leaves the pitch after scoring twice.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
70' JOAN GARCÍA DENIES MBAYE!
The Senegalese player breaks into Barcelona's penalty area and gets a dangerous shot away. However, Joan García closes down the angle and makes an excellent low save to preserve his clean sheet.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
72' ASTON VILLA COME CLOSE TO PULLING ONE BACK!
The visitors win a corner, and Leon Goretzka gets a touch on the ball at the near post. The delivery eventually crashes against the far post as Nicolas Jackson tries to arrive in time to turn it into the net. Barcelona survive another scare!
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
74' BARCELONA APPEAL FOR A PENALTY!
Gavi sends a cross into Aston Villa's box, and the ball strikes Pau Torres' arm. Barcelona players appeal for a spot kick, but Davide Massa decides there is no punishable offense and allows play to continue.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
75' LAMINE YAMAL APPEALS FOR A PENALTY!
The Spanish attacker goes down inside the box following contact with Boubacar Kamara and appeals for a spot kick. However, referee Davide Massa decides there is not enough contact to award a penalty.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
76' 🔄 ASTON VILLA MAKE TWO MORE SUBSTITUTIONS!
Unai Emery makes two changes as the match enters its closing stages. Tammy Abraham and Alysson come on, replacing Nicolas Jackson and John McGinn.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
77' ASTON VILLA CANNOT FIND A WAY BACK INTO THE GAME!
Tammy Abraham gets into a dangerous position to meet a cross inside Barcelona's box, but Gerard Martín does well to hold his ground and prevent the striker from getting a clean finish.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
80' GORDON GOES LOOKING FOR A GOAL!
The English Barcelona winger appears inside the box once again and gets a shot away that flies narrowly past Zion Suzuki's goal. The hosts continue to push for a fourth.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
81' 🔄 BARCELONA MAKE ANOTHER SUBSTITUTION!
Hansi Flick makes another change. Alejandro Balde comes on to replace Brian Fariñas, who receives a warm ovation from the Barcelona supporters.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
84' BARCELONA MANAGE THEIR THREE-GOAL LEAD!
The Blaugrana maintain control of the match in the closing minutes. Aston Villa try to push forward, but cannot find the space to trouble Joan García again.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
87' ZION SUZUKI DENIES LAMINE YAMAL A BRACE!
The Spaniard receives the ball and unleashes a powerful left-footed shot across goal, looking for the back of the net. However, the Japanese goalkeeper responds with an excellent save to push the effort away.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
90' ⏱️ THREE MINUTES OF ADDED TIME!
Davide Massa adds three minutes to the match. Barcelona are just moments away from securing a commanding victory over Aston Villa.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
90+1' ROSS BARKLEY COMES CLOSE TO PULLING ONE BACK!
Barcelona make a mistake while playing out from the back, and the ball falls to Ross Barkley inside the box. The English midfielder takes advantage and unleashes a left-footed shot that flies narrowly over Joan García's crossbar.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
90+2' LAMINE YAMAL WANTS HIS BRACE!
Barcelona's No. 10 once again showcases his quality with a brilliant individual move inside the box. The attacker creates space for himself and unleashes a left-footed shot, but Zion Suzuki gathers the ball to prevent Barcelona from scoring a fourth.
Score: 2H | Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
🏁 FULL-TIME! BARCELONA BEAT ASTON VILLA 3-0!
Barcelona secure a commanding victory over Aston Villa at Spotify Camp Nou. Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, with a brace, get on the scoresheet. The Blaugrana regain their momentum in the UEFA Champions League and bring the English side's unbeaten run to an end.
⏱️ Final Score: Barcelona 3-0 Aston Villa
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Hans-Dieter Flick
FC Barcelona
Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana
FC Barcelona
Unai Emery Etxegoien
Aston Villa FC
Emiliano Buendía Stati
Aston Villa FC
