Barcelona beats Getafe 3-0, extends perfect LaLiga start

Barcelona defeated Getafe 3-0 at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday to maintain a perfect record of eight wins in eight LaLiga matches. Anthony Gordon opened the scoring in the second minute with his first goal for the club, Gabriel Jesus doubled the lead at the half-hour mark, and Jules Koundé added a third in the 73rd minute.

The victory extends Barcelona's lead at the top of the table to five points over Atletico Madrid, who beat Alaves 2-1. The Catalan side has now scored 34 goals in the opening eight rounds, a club record for this stage of a season, surpassing the 1950-51 and 1987-88 benchmarks.

“We are playing very well.”

Coach Hansi Flick rotated his squad heavily, resting regular starters including Raphinha, who returned from international duty with a knock, as well as Pedri and Pau Cubarsi. Despite the changes, Barcelona dominated possession and limited Getafe to minimal chances.

Gabriel Jesus, making his first league start, capitalised on a defensive error by Zaid Romero for his goal. The Brazilian has now scored three times in five league appearances since his summer arrival. Gordon's early strike settled nerves after a three-week international break.

The match also featured a ceremonial kick-off by club legend Pedro Rodriguez, who announced his retirement this week. The 2010 World Cup winner received a tribute before the game at the stadium where he spent much of his career.