Three things you might have missed from Barcelona 3-0 Oviedo | OneFootball

Barcelona’s 3-0 win over Real Oviedo was supposed to be routine on paper, but the night at Spotify Camp Nou delivered far more than just three points. 

While the scoreline helped Barça move one point clear of rivals Real Madrid at the top of La Liga, the match itself unfolded amid a mix of tension, emotion, heavy rain and moments that went beyond football.

The first half did little to calm nerves. It was slow, flat, and lacked the sharpness expected from a team chasing the title. 

Barcelona controlled possession but failed to create real danger, leaving the atmosphere subdued. However, the second half told a very different story. 

Hansi Flick’s side emerged with renewed intent, moving the ball more quickly and attacking with confidence. 

The goals that followed were not just effective, but spectacular, capped off by a truly special finish from Lamine Yamal that underlined why he continues to excite supporters.

With the result secure, attention drifted towards moments and images that may have gone unnoticed but added colour and meaning to the night.

A drenched Camp Nou

One of the most striking visuals from the match had little to do with what happened on the pitch. 

The under-construction Spotify Camp Nou was hit by heavy rain, turning the evening into an uncomfortable experience for many inside the stadium.

Among those affected was former club president Joan Gaspart. As the rain intensified, Gaspart was forced to abandon his seat and retreat into the internal facilities, missing the three goals scored by Barça. 

He was far from alone. With renovation works ongoing and limited covered areas available, many fans rushed for shelter, while others chose to leave the stadium altogether before the final whistle confirmed the 3-0 scoreline.

The rain also caused chaos in the press areas. Journalists found themselves scrambling to protect equipment as water threatened cameras, computers and microphones. 

Ovation for Santi Cazorla

Another moment that stood out came late in the game and involved an opponent. 

Real Oviedo captain Santi Cazorla spent much of the second half warming up before eventually coming on in the 83rd minute. 

By that point, Oviedo were already three goals down and the contest was long decided.

Despite the rain pouring down and many supporters heading for cover, a large section of Barcelona fans remained attentive. 

When Cazorla stepped onto the pitch, he was greeted with warm applause. His involvement in the match was limited, as the game had lost its structure and rhythm, but the ovation spoke volumes.

A minute’s silence

There was a minute’s silence before the match. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

Before kick-off, the stadium fell completely silent in a powerful and emotional tribute. 

Spotify Camp Nou observed a minute’s silence in memory of the 45 victims of the tragic train accident in Adamuz on January 18, involving two high-speed trains.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the tribute also honoured the driver of a RENFE Rodalies train who lost his life in Gelida after a retaining wall collapsed onto the tracks. 

Barcelona extended the moment of remembrance further, dedicating it to former vice president Carles Vilarrubi and former player and later coach Lucien Muller, both of whom recently passed away.