Barcelona secure fourth consecutive win in 2025, thrash Real Betis 5-1

Barcelona delivered an outstanding performance to claim their fourth straight victory in 2025, defeating Real Betis 5-1 and advancing to the Copa del Rey quarter-finals.

The Blaugrana, fresh from their Supercopa de España triumph over Real Madrid, showed no signs of fatigue after their return from Saudi Arabia. They carried their momentum into this match, dominating Betis with clinical precision.

A Flying Start

Barcelona began strongly, taking an early lead through a superb strike by Gavi. They continued to pile pressure on Real Betis, keeping them pinned in their half. The persistence paid off in the 27th minute when Jules Kounde finished off a well-worked team move to double the lead.

Kounde thought he had scored his second just before half-time after receiving a clever pass from Lamine Yamal, but the goal was ruled out for offside. Despite the setback, Barcelona maintained control of the game.

Second-Half Brilliance

The second half resumed with Barcelona in full command. Ten minutes in, Yamal found the net, but VAR overturned the goal for offside. The young forward, however, played a crucial role in the team’s third goal, driving forward on a counterattack before setting up Raphinha, who calmly slotted past Fran Vieites.

Ferran Torres added a fourth goal after coming on as a substitute, and Yamal finally got his reward in the 75th minute with a well-taken finish. Real Betis managed a consolation goal from the penalty spot after Jules Kounde fouled Jesus Rodriguez. Vitor Roque, on loan from Barcelona, converted the penalty with confidence.

Quarter-Final Bound

Barcelona’s emphatic victory showcased their attacking prowess and determination to reclaim the Copa del Rey. With this win, the record holders of the competition advanced to the quarter-finals, sending a clear message to their rivals.