Ferran Torres Hat-Trick Fires Barcelona Past Betis in 8-Goal Thriller

Barcelona 5-3 Real Betis: Ferran Torres Hat-Trick Seals Top Spot in La Liga

Barcelona extended their lead at the top of La Liga to four points after a thrilling 5-3 victory over Real Betis at Estadio La Cartuja, with Ferran Torres starring with a brilliant first-half hat-trick.

Coming into the match just one point ahead of Real Madrid, Hansi Flick’s men responded strongly after an early setback, eventually running riot in a game packed with goals, flair, and controversy.

Early Drama: Antony Stuns Barca, Torres Hits Back

Antony, formerly of Manchester United, opened the scoring for Betis in the 6th minute with a clinical finish – his fifth of the campaign. But Barcelona wasted no time in restoring order.

Within five minutes, Ferran Torres tapped in a stunning team move to level things up, before volleying home his second in the 13th minute to give the Catalans the lead.

Bardghji & Torres Turn On the Style

Rising Swedish star Roony Bardghji, making just his third La Liga start, marked the occasion with his first league goal, converting Pedri’s clever pass with a tidy near-post finish in the 30th minute.

Torres then completed his first-half hat-trick – his third career treble – with a beautifully placed strike from distance, making it 4-1 before the break.

Second-Half Action: VAR, Penalties, and Consolation Goals

Barcelona remained dominant and were awarded a controversial penalty after VAR judged that Marc Bartra had handled the ball. Lamine Yamal stepped up and coolly converted for his sixth league goal of the season.

Betis refused to fold, however. Diego Llorente struck in the 85th minute to reduce the deficit, and Cucho Hernandez converted a penalty in stoppage time after Jules Koundé fouled Abde Ezzalzouli, completing the 5-3 scoreline.

Who is Roony Bardghji? Barcelona’s Rising Gem

Roony Bardghji celebrating with Lamine Yamal in the win at Real Betis

Remember the name: Roony Bardghji.

The 20-year-old winger, born in Kuwait and raised in Sweden, is already turning heads at the Camp Nou. After impressing at Copenhagen, where he debuted aged 16, Roony made headlines in 2023 by scoring a late winner against Manchester United in the Champions League.

Barcelona swooped in during July 2025, signing Bardghji to a four-year deal. Three months later, he made his international debut for Sweden. Now, with his first La Liga goal under his belt, he’s quickly becoming one of the league’s breakout stars.

Analysis: Statement Win for Flick, Defensive Questions Remain

It was another attacking showcase under Hansi Flick, with Pedri, Yamal, and Gündoğan orchestrating midfield dominance. The front three of Torres, Bardghji, and Yamal were electric and fluid – a glimpse into Barca’s exciting future.

Yet, conceding three goals and a late penalty will concern Flick. Defensive lapses continue to haunt Barcelona, particularly in the final 10 minutes of games.

Still, with Real Madrid dropping points this weekend, the Blaugrana now hold a crucial four-point lead in the title race.

What’s Next?

Barcelona will travel to face Valencia next Sunday, while Real Betis return home to host Villarreal.