Barcelona made a powerful start to their 2026/27 UEFA Champions League campaign, defeating Feyenoord 5-1 in a dominant performance at the Spotify Camp Nou on Wednesday. The victory featured goals from captain Raphinha, Karim Adeyemi, Lamine Yamal and Gabriel Jesus, with Barcelona showcasing the attacking quality that has made them one of the early teams to watch in Europe this season.
Raphinha opened the scoring after just three minutes before Karim Adeyemi doubled Barcelona’s advantage in the 22nd minute. The German forward produced a spectacular finish, marking his first European appearance for the Catalan club with an impressive goal. Barcelona continued to control the match after the break, with Raphinha adding his second goal in the 57th minute. Lamine Yamal then extended the lead in the 77th minute, further underlining his growing influence in the team.
The night also produced a special moment for Gabriel Jesus, who came off the bench before scoring Barcelona’s fifth goal in the 85th minute. It was the Brazilian forward’s first goal for Barcelona, giving his debut Champions League appearance for the club an immediate impact.
Feyenoord managed a consolation goal through Sem Steijn in the 82nd minute, but Barcelona remained firmly in control and comfortably secured all three points.
The result also highlighted Barcelona’s attacking depth. With Adeyemi providing pace and directness, Yamal continuing to create danger and Gabriel Jesus offering another option in attack, manager Hansi Flick has several weapons available as the European campaign develops.
Barcelona’s 5-1 victory sends an early message to their Champions League rivals, while Adeyemi and Gabriel Jesus will hope their goals are the beginning of productive spells in the famous Barcelona shirt.
The strong European opening gives Barcelona confidence at the start of their Champions League campaign and shows the potential impact of new attacking additions such as Adeyemi and Gabriel Jesus.