Sun Sep 15 16:50:20 UTC 2024: ## Barcelona Dominate Girona, Yamal Shines with Brace
**GIRONA, Spain** – Barcelona maintained their perfect start to the season with a resounding 4-1 victory over Girona on Sunday, their fifth consecutive win. The Catalan giants were led by the brilliance of young star Lamine Yamal, who bagged a brace in the first half.
Yamal opened the scoring in the 30th minute and doubled Barcelona’s lead just seven minutes later, showcasing his exceptional talent and composure. Dani Olmo added to the tally early in the second half, before Pedri capped off a dominant performance with the fourth goal in the 64th minute.
Girona managed a consolation goal through substitute Cristhian Stuani, but the damage was already done. The match was marred by a late red card for Barcelona’s Ferran Torres, who was sent off for a dangerous tackle on Yaser Asprilla.
This victory puts Barcelona firmly at the top of La Liga, four points clear of Real Madrid and Villarreal. Girona, meanwhile, sit seventh with seven points.
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