Barcelona made it two wins from two in LaLiga as Raphinha proved the difference at the Nou Camp. The Brazil forward ran on to a superb pass from Pedri to slot in the opener and show again he is capable of filling the central attacking role for Barca this season.Raphinha was flanked by Lamine Yamal and Englands Anthony Gordon, who went close to his first goal in LaLiga in the second half but saw his shot deflected wide.Lamal went even closer, smashing the crossbar from range.Barca introduced former Manchester City man Rodri for his debut in the second half as the hosts controlled the match.Nico Williams provided Athletics main outlet on the break, but Hansi Flicks high backline limited clear-cut chances on Joan Garcas goal.And Barca found a late second when Fermin Lopez stole in to smash home after Karim Adeyemis cross had caused havoc.Its now 20 home league wins in a row for Barca who host Rayo Vallecano on Monday night. Topics FC Barcelona Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read LIVE Barcelona v Athletic Bilbao: Commentary, updates, goals and stats Jon Fisher 26th August, 2026 Champions League: Arsenal to face Real Madrid and Bayern Munich Tom Rostance 27th August, 2026 Atletico board unanimously approves decision not to sell Alvarez to Barcelona Nicholas McGee 27th August, 2026 Theres 0% chance of selling him to Barca Atletico hit back after Laportas Alvarez comments Nicholas McGee 26th August, 2026 Barcelona v Athletic Club: Preview, expected line-ups, stats and where to watch Mitch Fretton 26th August, 2026 Ayyoub Bouaddi: Man City sign Lille midfielder in �85.6m transfer Jon Fisher 26th August, 2026
