Barcelona strengthened their lead at the top of La Liga with an action-packed 5-3 win over Real Betis at Estadio La Cartuja. The night belonged to Ferran Torres, who scored a first-half hat-trick, but rising star Roony Bardghji also grabbed headlines with his first league goal for the club.
Early Setback, Quick Response from Barcelona
Barcelona entered the match one point ahead of Real Madrid but were stunned early when Antony put Betis ahead in the 6th minute.
The lead didn’t last long:
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11’ – Ferran Torres equalised after a beautifully constructed team move.
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13’ – Torres struck again with a brilliant volley to give Barcelona the lead.
Moments later, 20-year-old Roony Bardghji extended the advantage by finishing Pedri’s clever pass at the near post—marking his first La Liga goal.
Torres completed his third career hat-trick five minutes before half-time with a superb long-range effort, sending Barcelona into the break with a comfortable 4-1 lead.
Second Half: VAR Drama and Late Goals
Barcelona continued their dominance after the restart. A controversial VAR review awarded a penalty for handball against Marc Bartra, and Lamine Yamal converted calmly for his sixth goal of the season.
Betis pulled two late goals back through Diego Llorente and a penalty converted by Cucho Hernández, but the result was never in doubt.
Who Is Roony Bardghji? Barcelona’s Newest Rising Star
Remember the name: Roony Bardghji.
The 20-year-old Swedish winger was handed his third La Liga start by coach Hansi Flick—and he rewarded that trust with his first league goal.
Roony Bardghji: Quick Profile
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Born: Kuwait
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Nationality: Sweden (moved there at age six)
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Club Debut: FC Copenhagen at just 16 years and 6 days, becoming their youngest-ever player
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First Goal: Scored only six days after his debut
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European Breakthrough: Netted a dramatic winner against Manchester United in the Champions League in 2023
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Barcelona Move: Signed a four-year deal with the club in July 2025
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International Debut: Made his Sweden senior debut in October 2025
Bardghji’s pace, creativity, and confidence make him a perfect fit for Barcelona’s youth-driven philosophy.
Why Bardghji Could Be a Future Barcelona Superstar
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Exceptional dribbling and ball control
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Intelligent off-the-ball movement
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Ability to impact big matches
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Rapid development despite his young age
At just 20, he has already shown the potential to become one of Europe’s most influential wingers.
Player of the Match: Ferran Torres
With a first-half hat-trick and constant attacking threat, Ferran Torres was the clear standout performer. His clinical finishing set the tone for Barcelona’s crucial victory.
