Barcelona’s women’s team kicked off their Spanish league season with an absolute statement. They hammered newly promoted Alhama with an 8-0 victory this Saturday. It was a dominant display from the start, showing why they are a force to be reckoned with.
While the scoreline tells a story of overwhelming power, some of the most exciting moments came from players who entered later. Claudia Pina, for instance, came on in the 68th minute. She wasted no time making her mark, bagging a hat trick (71st, 73rd, and 90th+9 minutes). Her first goal got a helping hand from Portuguese international Kika Nazareth, who also joined the action in the 68th minute. These fresh legs brought new energy and a sharp attacking edge.
Before the substitutes made their impact, Barcelona had already built a sizable lead. Caroline Graham netted twice, scoring in the 5th and 58th minutes. Other goals came from Aitana Bonmatí in the 11th minute, Ewa Pajor in the 28th minute, and Ona Batlle just before halftime in the 45th+1 minute. Every player contributed to this impressive season opener.
Mixed Fortunes for Others
Not every team enjoyed such a smooth start to their campaign. On the same Saturday, Deportivo, featuring Portuguese goalkeeper Inês Pereira, played to a 0-0 draw at home against Badalona. Pereira was a starter for the Coruña side, keeping a clean sheet in a tight match. Her performance ensured her team earned a point, a crucial start to the season.
Meanwhile, Dolores Silva’s Levante faced a tougher challenge. Her team suffered a 1-2 home defeat against Granada in their league debut. Silva played the full ninety minutes in midfield, a constant presence for her side. Despite her tireless efforts, Levante couldn’t secure a positive result on opening day.