FC Barcelona continued their sensational start to the 2026-27 La Liga campaign, securing a dramatic 4-2 away victory over Levante at the Estadi Ciutat de Valencia on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The Catalans were spearheaded by a dazzling performance from 19-year-old winger Lamine Yamal, who struck twice to solidify Barcelona’s position at the top of the league table.
Barcelona Beat Levante 4-2
The highly anticipated encounter, which kicked off at 14:15 UTC (4:15 PM CEST), saw the reigning champions overcome a resilient Levante side in a high-scoring affair.
Lamine Yamal’s Brilliance Shines Through
Lamine Yamal, born July 13, 2007, once again proved why he is considered one of the brightest talents in world football. His two goals were pivotal in navigating Barcelona through a challenging away fixture. The teenager’s clinical finishing and electrifying pace tormented the Levante defense throughout the match at their home ground, which boasts a capacity of 26,354 spectators.
Barcelona’s other goals came from a well-placed shot by Xavi Espart and a powerful finish from Karim Adeyemi, ensuring the Blaugrana maintained their relentless attacking output. Levante, for their part, showed commendable fighting spirit, finding the net twice through Roger Brugué and Iván Romero, keeping the game alive until the final whistle.
Perfect Start Extended for Barcelona
This victory marks Barcelona’s fifth consecutive win in La Liga, showcasing a dominant start to the season under manager Hansi Flick. The team has demonstrated exceptional form, scoring 17 goals and conceding only two in their opening four matches, before this fixture. Their attacking prowess and controlled defending have seen them amass 15 points, establishing a strong momentum heading into the busy schedule.
Levante, who were recently promoted, have had a mixed start to their season, accumulating five points from their first four league matches. Despite the loss, their performance against the league leaders suggests they can remain competitive in matches, albeit lacking the decisive edge to convert pressure into wins against top-tier opposition.
Historically, Barcelona holds a commanding record against Levante, with 34 wins, 7 draws, and just 6 losses in 47 total meetings across all competitions. In La Liga encounters, Barcelona has been even more dominant, securing 25 victories in 33 matches .
Atletico Madrid Also Triumphant
Elsewhere in La Liga on Sunday, Atletico Madrid secured an important 3-0 victory over Real Sociedad in their own fixture. Goals from Alejandro Grimaldo, Jonathan David, and Giuliano Simeone sealed the win for Diego Simeone’s side. This triumph keeps the pressure on Barcelona at the top and highlights the competitive nature of the Spanish top flight in the early stages of the season.
Both Barcelona and Atletico Madrid will now turn their attention to upcoming fixtures, aiming to build on their strong starts as the La Liga season progresses.