"Hansi Flick x Raphinha is the new Guardiola x Messi", "Sweetest revenge" - Social media reacts as Barcelona thrash Bayern 4-1 in UCL clash
Barcelona fans reacted online after their side recorded a 4-1 win over Bayern Munich in their UEFA Champions League clash on Wednesday, October 23. The Catalans were ruthless in front of goal, punishing their opponents' mistakes in severe fashion.
La Blaugrana have secured two wins from three games in the Champions League, continuing their fine form this season.
Hansi Flick faced his first big test since becoming Barcelona boss when his former team rocked into town for their Champions League tie. The German tactician guided Barca to a comprehensive win, ending a run of six consecutive defeats to the Bavarians.
Brazilian forward Raphinha continued his fine form for La Blaugrana with a terrific hat-trick (1', 45', 56') while Robert Lewandowski (36') also got on the scoresheet.
The LaLiga giants' performance drew great praise from their fans on X, who were ecstatic with the result.
"Hansi Flick x Raphinha is the new Guardiola x Messi," a fan wrote.
"And still counting. Sweetest Revenge," another added with a screenshot of the game's scoreline.
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"They’re just Incredible. I beg everyone to tune in to every single Barça game. Spectacular," a fan wrote.
"I’m actually in disbelief, man. That scoreline isn’t even registering with my brain," another posted.
"Fantastic win. Raphinha is in the form of his life. Can we play Real Madrid tomorrow? Força Barça," a fan wrote.
Barcelona picked up a first win over Bayern Munich since 2015, ending their embarrassing run of six straight defeats. Before today, La Blaugrana had also lost eight of their last nine meetings against the German outfit in the Champions League.
Raphinha dazzles as Barcelona trounce Bayern Munich
Raphinha was the star of the show for Barcelona as they secured a convincing 4-1 win over Bayern Munich to claim a second straight win in the UEFA Champions League. The LaLiga leaders made it 11 wins from 13 official games since the arrival of Hansi Flick in the summer.
Raphinha announced his intent in the game with a goal inside the opening minute, finishing smartly as Bayern Munich's high-line was caught out. The German giants showed some fight and drew level 17 minutes later when Harry Kane volleyed home a finish from inside the box.
Robert Lewandowski scored against his former team as Bayern were once again punished for lax defending in the 36th minute. Raphinha completed his brace on the stroke of half-time with a brilliant individual effort to put his side in complete control. The Brazilian winger rounded off the scoring in the 56th minute with another fine strike from the edge of the box.