Barcelona continued their flawless start to the new La Liga season with an astounding 7-0 victory over Valladolid at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Blaugrana showcased an unprecedented level of dominance, leaving their opponents hapless and bewildered throughout the match.

From the opening whistle, Barcelona asserted their authority on the game, showcasing superb ball control and relentless pressing that suffocated Valladolid at every turn. The home team wasted no time in creating chances, with Dani Olmo hitting the post early on and having a goal disallowed for a narrow offside decision.

The breakthrough eventually came in the 20th minute when Pau Cubarsí produced a sensational assist, finding Raphinha who executed a breathtaking finish to give Barcelona the lead. Just four minutes later, Robert Lewandowski doubled the advantage with a perfectly placed shot, thanks to a sublime assist from Lamine Yamal.

Barcelona continued to press forward, with Olmo hitting the post once again as they searched for further goals. However, the Valladolid defense couldn't withstand the relentless pressure, and just before halftime, a corner from Raphinha fell to Jules Kounde who converted emphatically, sending Barcelona into the break with a commanding 3-0 lead.

The second half followed a similar pattern, as Barcelona maintained their offensive onslaught while Valladolid struggled to find their footing. Despite multiple missed opportunities from Olmo, Raphinha, and Lewandowski, Barcelona eventually extended their lead in the 65th minute. Olmo delivered a precise through ball to Lewandowski, who had his shot saved but allowed Raphinha to complete his brace with a simple tap-in.

Raphinha wasn't done yet, as he displayed his brilliance once again in the 70th minute. Yamal provided a remarkable assist, allowing Raphinha to nutmeg the goalkeeper and secure his hat-trick, pushing Barcelona's lead to an astounding 5-0. Marc-André ter Stegen, Barcelona's goalkeeper, was rarely troubled throughout the game and made a crucial save to deny Raúl Moro in a one-on-one situation.

The Catalan capital was ablaze with excitement as Barcelona continued their goal-scoring spree. Olmo, on his home debut, showcased his skill with a dazzling dribble and finish to make it 6-0 for the home side. Barcelona's substitute, Ferran Torres, added insult to injury as Raphinha delivered a pinpoint cross from the left wing, allowing Torres to secure the seventh and final goal of the match.

The final whistle finally came, bringing an end to an extraordinary afternoon for Barcelona. Regardless of the quality of the opposition, the level of dominance and entertainment displayed by the Blaugrana was truly breathtaking. It was a performance for the ages, cementing its place among Barcelona's greatest victories of all time.

With this resounding win, Barcelona remains the only perfect team in La Liga as they head into the first international break of the season. The Hansi Flick era has started on a sensational note, and the Blaugrana will be looking to build on this momentum as they strive for further success in their quest for domestic and European glory.