Barcelona 3-1 Rayo Vallecano: 3 Things we learned

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3. Suarez and Vidal worked tirelessly for Barca:

Luis Suarez put in a great effort
Luis Suarez put in a great effort

Arturo Vidal was a tireless worker in the Barcelona midfield last night and roamed everywhere inside the opposition half. He also won some battles in the air and took some shots at goal. Ivan Rakitic did not start for Barca last night, and both Arthur Melo and Sergio Busquets were playing in a more defensive role for them.

That is why the onus was on Vidal to take the attack to the Rayo defense from the midfield, and he performed his duties flawlessly. Suarez was also tireless in his approach in the final third and made some penetrations into the Rayo penalty box. However, some of his attempts were foiled by the Rayo defenders in the first half.

Suarez finally got rewarded for his hard work and scored his 20th goal of the season in the 83rd minute of the match. The 32-year-old forward might not stay with Barca for long and he is making the most of the opportunities he is getting there this season.

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