Barcelona defeats Athletic Bilbao to maintain perfect La Liga start

FC Barcelona secured a 2-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao in a postponed match from the first round of La Liga on August 27, 2026. Under the guidance of coach Hansi Flick, the team achieved their second consecutive win of the season. Raphinha opened the scoring in the 37th minute following an assist from Pedri, while Fermin sealed the victory with a second goal in the 82nd minute.

The match featured the official debut of Rodri, who entered the pitch in the 63rd minute as a substitute for Bernal. This result continues Barcelona’s positive momentum in the early stages of the league campaign, providing encouragement to the coaching staff and supporters regarding the team's current tactical configuration and squad performance.