La Liga: Barca Romp 10-Man Betis 4-0 As Xavi Welcomes Back Injured Players

Barcelona secured a resounding victory on Saturday by thrashing 10-man Real Betis 4-0 at Camp Nou, taking them a step closer to winning LaLiga for the first time since 2019.

Andreas Christensen who opened the scoring sheet, made his first goal in Barca's colours, Robert Lewandowski, and Raphinha later added for the hosts, with Guido Rodriguez netting a late own goal to complete the rout.

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez will be happy to have Ousmane Dembele, and Andreas Christensen back from injury for the final stretch in the season, with Pedri and Frenkie De Jong coming back earlier in the week.

Edgar Gonzalez's early dismissal made it an easy night for Xavi Hernandez's side, who restored their 11-point lead with just six games remaining after second-place Real Madrid defeated Almeria 4-2 to cut the gap.

The victory was not only significant for the Blaugrana but also for 15-year-old Lamine Yamal, who came on as a substitute in the final stages of the match to become the club's youngest player to debut in the 21st century.

Betis also brought on veteran Joaquin Sanchez, 41, for his final appearance at Camp Nou before he retires at the end of the season, and he was afforded a standing ovation by Barcelona supporters.