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Yamal Hat-Trick Powers Barcelona’s 4-1 Win Over Villarreal to Stretch LaLiga Lead

The 18-year-old set a 21st‑century LaLiga age record with his first career treble, as Barcelona now face a Copa del Rey second leg needing four unanswered goals.

Overview

  • Barcelona moved four points clear of Real Madrid with the victory at Camp Nou, with Madrid not playing until Monday.
  • Fermín López created the first two goals for Lamine Yamal, Pape Gueye cut the deficit after halftime, Pedri’s through ball set up Yamal’s third, and Robert Lewandowski added a stoppage‑time tap‑in.
  • Yamal became the youngest LaLiga hat-trick scorer of the 21st century at 18 years and 230 days, signaling a fresh surge in form.
  • Hansi Flick marked his 100th match in charge, praised the performance, and noted the team still has areas to improve before the cup tie against Atlético Madrid.
  • Yamal said his earlier groin issue is behind him and that he is playing happily again, reflecting renewed confidence.