FC Barcelona turned on the style at Spotify Camp Nou on Sunday, March 15, 2026, beating Sevilla 5-2 on Matchday 28 of La Liga. Captain Raphinha headline the night with a sharp hat-trick, with two goals coming from the penalty spot, as Hansi Flick’s team tightened its grip on first place. As a result, Barcelona restored a four-point cushion over Real Madrid and kept a perfect home record intact.
More than 56,000 fans filled the stands during a packed week for the club, with presidential elections and a Champions League tie on the horizon. Still, once the whistle blew, Barcelona kept the focus on the football and punished a Sevilla side short on confidence.
Match Highlights: Raphinha sets the tone
Barcelona started quickly and didn’t let up. In the 9th minute, Raphinha opened the scoring with a Panenka penalty that lifted the stadium. Then, in the 21st minute, he stepped up again and calmly converted a second spot-kick for 2-0.
From there, Sevilla struggled to cope with Barcelona’s pace and movement. Next, in the 38th minute, Dani Olmo made it 3-0 with a firm finish after Marc Bernal set him up.
Sevilla managed a small lifeline late in the half when Oso scored in the 45+3rd minute to cut it to 3-1. However, Barcelona answered right after the break. Raphinha completed his hat-trick in the 51st minute with a clean finish, pushing the lead back to three goals.
Meanwhile, João Cancelo added the fifth in the 60th minute with a left-footed strike from the middle of the box. It was a timely moment for the fullback and his first goal since returning to the club. Sevilla got a late goal through Djibril Sow in the 90+2nd minute, but the result never felt in doubt.
Barcelona also welcomed Gavi back into the mix, and his energy helped keep the midfield sharp as Flick rotated with midweek plans in mind.
Barcelona player ratings and key numbers
Barcelona showed balance across the pitch, with several strong performances alongside the goals.
Barcelona key performers and stats
- Formation: 4-3-3 (Flick’s attacking setup)
- Goals: Raphinha (9′ pen, 21′ pen, 51′), Dani Olmo (38′), João Cancelo (60′)
- Assist: Marc Bernal (to Olmo)
- Ratings standouts:
- Raphinha: 10/10 (hat-trick, led as captain)
- João Cancelo: 9.5/10 (goal, strong two-way play)
- Others impressed too, including the back line, with Pau Cubarsí among the steady performers
- Control of the game: Barcelona held most of the possession and created chances in waves
- Clean sheet: Missed out after conceding twice, although the match stayed under control
With this showing, Barcelona’s attack looked as dangerous as ever, and Raphinha now sits on 11 La Liga goals this season.
Sevilla’s rough night at Camp Nou
Sevilla came in stuck in the lower half of the table at 8-7-13 (31 points), and this match didn’t help. They had a few moments, but Barcelona consistently forced errors and broke through with ease.
Sevilla key scorers and notes
- Goals: Oso (45+3′), Djibril Sow (90+2′)
- Goalkeeper: Odysseas Vlachodimos, who gave up two penalties but still made several saves
- Main problems: Soft defending on key moments, plus trouble tracking runs and handling quick attacks
- Attack: Too few clear chances, and not enough threat for long stretches
In the end, Sevilla’s goals arrived too late to change the story, and their season problems remained on full display.
What it means for the La Liga title race
Barcelona’s win keeps them in control of the La Liga title chase, with a four-point lead over Real Madrid. Just as important, the performance adds confidence ahead of the Champions League second leg against Newcastle United.
Sevilla, on the other hand, leaves with another setback and more pressure to climb away from danger.
Between Raphinha’s three-goal night, Cancelo getting on the scoresheet, and Gavi returning, Barcelona gave their fans another reminder of why they’re setting the pace in Spain.
