Copa Del Rey 2017/18: Real Murcia 0-3 Barcelona - Player Ratings

Barcelona

Deulofeu was one of Barcelona's best players last night

Jasper Cillessen - 7/10

The Dutch international started his first game in the Blaugrana shirt for the first time today this season. He was solid at the back, though he wasn't tested much. Particularly impressive were his triple saves off Chamorro in the second half, all from point-blank range. Great outing overall.

Nelson Semedo - 7.5/10

Back in his right-back role after Roberto was rested, he produced an amazing performance. He did make a couple of penetrating runs in the attack along with recycling the ball well. In defence, he was solid and never allowed the wide players to cut in or put in a cross.

Javier Mascherano - 7.5/10

Mascherano had a good game as he dominated and won everything that came his way in the air. He won tackles, made blocks and clearances and was a calm head in the heart of the Barca defence.

Thomas Vermaelen - 6.5/10

Starting his first game of the season, he was pretty solid for the most part of the game. He was caught for pace a few times but his experience bailed him out. He missed a glorious opportunity to score from a corner from point-blank range.

Lucas Digne - 7.5/10

FC Barcelona's three goal scorers

The French fullback, like Semedo number, was immense last night. He took on players in attack, almost got a goal for himself and never allowed any Murcia player to have any sort of joy on his side. Great outing for him.

Andre Gomes - 7/10

Playing in Busquets role, he did a decent enough job. He provided cover for his defenders and recycled possession, though not at a level Busquets might have done.

Carles Alena - 6/10

Decent performance from the talented young midfielder. He was tidy in possession but never much of a threat. He won back the ball quite a few number of times though.

Denis Suarez - 7/10

Suarez seems to be growing in his role at Barca. It was a great performance from the youngster, who ran the proceedings for the Blaugrana and had a couple of silky touches and turns to show for.

Gerard Deulofeu - 8.5/10

He was quite influential for the Catalan side as he ran at defenders and used his physicality and pace very well as demonstrated throughout the match. His decision making when on the ball certainly has improved. He contributed in defence too.

Paco Alcacer - 8/10

Alcacer was a constant thorn in Real Murcia’s defence and constantly out-muscled their defenders. He took his goal well with a fine headed finish from a great cross delivered onto his head by Deulofeu.

Jose Arnaiz - 8/10

Brought in from the B-side for his debut, Arnaiz took his chance well and grabbed a wonderful goal. He was energetic and contributed heavily to the attack.

Substitutes:

Ivan Rakitic - 6/10

Brought on late in the game after the match was already in the bag. He steadied the midfield for Barcelona as they looked to finish the match.

Sergi Roberto - 6.5/10

Just like Rakitic, he too was brought on for Deulofeu after the match was effectively over. He was energetic and even went on to showcase his trademark run from the deep late in the match.

Marc Cardona - N/A

Came on only in the dying minutes of the game and was unable to influence much.