The Barcelona women continue their dominant run with a decisive win over Valencia
The Barcelona women’s team remains relentless in the F League. This time Valencia traveled to the Johan Cruyff Stadium determined to challenge the hosts, and the opening minutes showed Valencia would not surrender easily. In the twelfth minute, María Jiménez put Valencia ahead with a well-timed strike, silencing the home crowd momentarily.
Barça quickly steadied themselves and pressed back. The equalizer arrived in the twenty-sixth minute, as Fridolina Rolfö finished off a well-worked move to restore parity. Just before the halftime whistle, Marta Torrejón delivered a precise shot after a cohesive team sequence, sending Barcelona into the break with momentum on their side.
The second half saw Valencia show signs of fatigue, while Barcelona pressed with renewed vigor. Salma Paralluelo became the deciding factor, unleashing two clinical finishes in minutes sixty and sixty-six, turning the tide decisively in favour of Barcelona. The Dutch coach Giráldez watched his side tighten their grip as the game progressed.
What followed was an extended period of pressure from Barça, characterized by sustained ball possession and relentless attacking moves. The drama culminated in added time when Paralluelo was fouled in the box, and Rolfo converted the ensuing penalty to seal a 5-1 victory for the Catalan side.
Another victory keeps Barcelona level on points at the top of the table, reinforcing their superiority in the league this season. Fans can subscribe to DAZN from €18.99 per month to watch La Liga this season
The summary of the women’s match Barcelona vs. Valencia in the Women’s League F 2022-2023: minute by minute, lineups, video, goals and statistics
Final on the Johan Cruyff. Barcelona defeated Valencia 5-1. Minute 90+3, a goal from Barcelona — Rolfo converted a late penalty after Paralluelo was fouled. Minute 66, a goal by Salma Paralluelo extended the lead. Barcelona showed a superior performance in the second half, building a decisive gap after the break. A striking measure from Salma Paralluelo to make it 3-1 highlighted Barça’s dominance.
Minute 60, the third goal arrived as Paralluelo struck again, signaling Barça’s growing control. The second half began with Barça pressing for the lead and executing quick, effective combinations.
Minute 45+2, a goal from Marta Torrejón put Barcelona ahead on the scoreboard after a sharp team move. Valencia had led earlier; Barcelona flipped the script with a steady, relentless push.
Minute 34, Geyse Ferreira headed a precise cross from the left as Barça continued to pressure for a second goal. Minute 26, Fridolina Rolfö equalized, restoring parity and showcasing Barcelona’s resilience. The visitors had opened the scoring in the twelfth minute when María Jiménez struck, marking Valencia’s early advantage.
Barcelona rotates this starting eleven to maintain freshness and intensity in each match