A COMFORTABLE WIN AHEAD OF THE EL CLASICO.

  A deserved victory with all things considered. Barça were really in need of an uplift in the general atmosphere since their defeat against Getafe and needed a boost ahead of the El Clasico. 

  Although the team suffered early on, however, as soon as the first goal was tucked home by Lionel Messi, the team gained momentum. There is no doubt that the team looked youthful.

  The young players impress the most, and they will definitely help a long way this season under a brave manager like Ronald Koeman. Players like Ansu Fati, who is already having a brilliant season showed why he is the future. Also Pedri who got his first goal in his first champions league match. 

  Even though injury has been the main issue with Dembélé, he is gradually showing how good he can be. He added pace and created a good assist for Pedri, later scoring his own goal. That shouldn't take credits off Trincão, what a player! He added a lot, gave Messi space to run to, which led to the penalty and the first goal.

  Pjanic made his first start and debut in the champions league with Barça, he didn't impress much, however, he does compliment de Jong's style of play than Busquets, de Jong played brilliantly. No doubts Messi will be mentioned, he provided a leader's performance.

  Out of all these beautiful pieces, one still remain out of sorts(Antoine Griezmann), he didn't play a minute. It is very likely that he starts against Real Madrid this Saturday, however, he needs to step up more.

  The atmosphere is very positive ahead of the El Clasico which is great. Although, this team needs a long time to really input the consistency, expectations should be reasonable. Força Barca!