Barcelona delivered an impressive performance, defeating Bayern Munich 4-1 in the UEFA Champions League at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on October 23. The victory showcased Barcelona’s attacking prowess and solidified their position in the group stage.
This match marks a significant statement in the tournament, highlighting Barcelona’s ambitions to reclaim their status among Europe’s elite clubs.
Barcelona Player Ratings vs Bayern Munich
Goalkeeper
Inaki Pena – 6.5
Pena had a decent game, making two saves and playing five long balls to help maintain his side’s dominance.
Defenders
Jules Kounde – 7
Kounde won five duels, recorded seven clearances, and made one interception, showcasing his defensive prowess while completing three dribbles.
Pau Cubarsi – 7
Though he won only one duel, Cubarsi made three clearances, three interceptions, and one block to contribute effectively.
Inigo Martinez – 7
Martinez performed well defensively, winning two duels and making five clearances, two blocks, and one interception.
Alejandro Balde – 6.5
Balde’s performance at left-back was average, contributing defensively but lacking significant impact in attack.
Midfielders
Marc Casado – 7
Casado showcased good passing with 88% accuracy, including one key pass, while winning five duels in midfield.
Fermin Lopez – 7.5
Lopez displayed creativity, assisting Barcelona’s first two goals, winning three duels, and making one clearance.
Pedri – 7.5
Pedri excelled on the left side of midfield, with 83% passing accuracy, including one key pass and two accurate crosses, alongside winning seven duels.
Forwards
Lamine Yamal – 7.5
Yamal completed 84% of his passes, including two key passes, one being an assist for Barcelona’s fourth goal, while winning 10 duels.
Robert Lewandowski – 7
Lewandowski managed to score with his only shot on target, alongside one key pass and winning three duels, despite a subdued performance.
Raphinha – 9.5
Raphinha stole the show with a hat-trick, scoring in the first minute and another just before halftime, and capped it off early in the second half.
Substitutes
Frenkie de Jong – 6.5
De Jong, who replaced Lopez, put in a solid performance to help see the game through for Barcelona.
Dani Olmo – 7
Olmo came on for Raphinha and delivered a composed performance, contributing effectively.
Gavi, Ansu Fati & Pau Victor – N/A
The trio played less than 10 minutes each and therefore do not receive ratings for this match.
Manager
Hansi Flick – 8.5
Flick’s Barcelona displayed superior quality, translating their skills onto the pitch effectively, resulting in a dominant victory.
Bayern Munich Player Ratings vs Barcelona
Goalkeeper
Manuel Neuer – 5
Neuer struggled in goal, caught out of position for the first two goals and failing to adequately position himself for the next two.
Defenders
Raphael Guerreiro – 7
Guerreiro had a solid defensive display, winning three duels and making one tackle, while also contributing offensively with a key pass.
Dayot Upamecano – 7
Upamecano was busy throughout the match, winning six duels, making five clearances, three blocks, and three interceptions.
Min-jae Kim – 7.5
Kim excelled defensively, winning eight duels and making three interceptions, alongside one block and one clearance while distributing 10 long balls.
Alphonso Davies – 6.5
Davies struggled on the left side of Bayern’s defense, failing to make a significant impact.
Midfielders
Joao Palhinha – 6.5
Palhinha passed accurately with 88% completion and won five duels, contributing reasonably in midfield.
Thomas Muller – 6.5
Muller had a disappointing performance, unable to make a significant impact in the midfield battle.
Joshua Kimmich – 6
Kimmich’s game was marred by a critical error that cost Bayern a goal, compounded by receiving a booking for a foul.
Forwards
Michael Olise – 6.5
Olise had a lackluster performance, unable to create much as Bayern found themselves on the back foot from the start.
Harry Kane – 7.5
Kane managed to score a consolation goal, winning seven duels and playing one key pass.
Serge Gnabry – 7.5
Gnabry was active on the ball, completing two dribbles, winning five duels, and delivering one key pass.
Substitutes
Leon Goretzka – 6.5
Goretzka, who replaced Palhinha, was unable to make a meaningful impact on the game.
Kingsley Coman – 6.5
Coman, subbed on for Gnabry, struggled to make a significant difference.
Leroy Sane – 6.5
Sane replaced Olise in the second half, delivering a decent performance without making a notable impact.
Jamal Musiala – 6.5
Musiala came on for Muller but failed to influence the game significantly.
Konrad Laimer – N/A
Laimer played fewer than 10 minutes and does not receive a rating.
Manager
Vincent Kompany – 6.5
Kompany’s Bayern were unprepared for Barcelona’s intensity and suffered a heavy defeat as a result.