Overview
- Raphinha opened the scoring in the seventh minute from Lamine Yamal’s cross before Ferran Torres doubled the lead in the 23rd despite Mallorca’s protests over an injured defender.
- Manu Morlanes and Vedat Muriqi received first-half red cards for dissent and a high boot on debutant goalkeeper Joan García, reducing Mallorca to nine men.
- Marcus Rashford made his Barcelona debut as a second-half substitute after his registration cleared on match morning while García earned his first start in goal.
- Manager Hansi Flick said his side was “only at 50%” despite a comfortable scoreline and indicated he will address tactical and performance issues.
- The result boosts Barcelona’s early squad depth but underscores ongoing disciplinary concerns and refereeing debates to be resolved.