Barcelona extended their lead to four points at the top of La Liga with a commanding 3-0 victory at home over struggling Mallorca.
At the Nou Camp, the leaders were on target thanks to Robert Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal, and Marc Bernal.
Mallorca’s Jan Virgili troubled Barcelona defender Jules Kounde in the first half, outplaying him several times, but the visitors failed to secure a goal.
The hosts’ offensive strength led to the first goal when Marcus Rashford’s right-foot shot was stopped and bounced off Dani Olmo, allowing Lewandowski to strike from nine yards.
Jagoba Arrasate’s guests faced challenges in the second half, and Yamal’s goal shortly after the hour mark practically dashed their hopes.
The 18-year-old created room to shoot from 25 yards and struck a fantastic shot into the right corner for his third goal in six games against Mallorca.
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Barcelona inflicted more pain on Mallorca with a third goal from Bernal, yet another 18-year-old. Following a swift counter-attack, he sprinted into the penalty area and scored his first goal for the team.
Hansi Flick’s team has achieved victory in all 11 of their home matches this season in La Liga. This marked their sixth shutout at home.
Their win puts pressure on title contenders Real Madrid, who play against Valencia on Sunday. Barcelona’s next match in La Liga is against Girona on Monday, February 16, but they first face Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg on Thursday.
Mallorca, positioned right above the relegation zone, welcomes Real Betis on 15 February for their upcoming game
