In a frenetic and intense first Catalan derby of the season, Barcelona showed their championship pedigree and defeated Espanyol 2–0, clinching their ninth consecutive La Liga victory.

Barcelona goalkeeper Joan García has shrugged off the jeers in his return to Espanyol and Barcelona teammate Fermín López has set up two late goals to claim a 2-0 victory in a heated Catalan derby.

Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski scored late goals as Barcelona beat Espanyol to extend lead at top of La Liga

LW: Raphinha —Barcelona have improved leaps and bounds since the the prolific Brazilian returned from injury. His directness, tireless pressing and leadership qualities appear to be contagious, galvanizing the entire team whenever he’s on the pitch.