Barcelona started its La Liga title defense with a decisive 3-0 victory over Mallorca. Raphinha opened the scoring early with a header from Lamine Yamal's cross. The match saw two red cards for Mallorca in the first half, affecting their performance. Ferran Torres scored later, leading to complaints from Mallorca regarding player safety. Mallorca's Manu Morlanes received a red card for a second yellow, and Vedat Muriqi was sent off after a VAR review. Yamal sealed the win with a late goal, demonstrating Barcelona's attacking strength despite missing key players.
Barcelona began the defence of its La Liga title with a comfortable 3-0 win at Mallorca, scoring early and taking advantage of two first-half red cards for the hosts.
Yamal's curling cross found Raphinha by the far post, and the Brazil forward headed in from close range.
Ferran Torres's shot from outside the area in the 23rd drew complaints from Mallorca because one of its players was on the ground when the ball was played.
Barcelona's Brazilian forward Raphinha heads the ball to score the opening goal at Mallorca.
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