Gordon nets first goal for Barcelona in 3-0 win against Getafe

Anthony Gordon scored his first goal for Barcelona as the team beat Getafe 3-0 on Saturday. This win marked Barcelona's eighth consecutive victory in La Liga.

The 25-year-old England international joined Barcelona from Newcastle United in May. He opened the scoring just 78 seconds into the match at Camp Nou with a shot from 18 yards that took a deflection.

Gordon was also key in Barcelona’s second goal. His pressing forced Getafe defender Zaid Romero into a mistake. Gabriel Jesus took advantage of this error, won the ball, cut inside, and fired a shot into the corner of the net.

Barcelona secured the victory after halftime. Lamine Yamal sent a great cross into the penalty area, and Jules Kounde scored the third goal by tapping it in.

This result helped Hansi Flick’s team equal their best start to a La Liga season, matching the record set by Gerardo Martino in the 2013-14 season.

Barcelona now has 24 points, giving them a five-point lead over second-placed Atletico Madrid, who have played the same number of matches. Real Madrid is in fourth place with 15 points ahead of their game against Villarreal.

For Gordon, this goal is a big moment in his Barcelona journey. It came during his seventh match for the club.

The former Everton and Newcastle winger has already made a name for himself with his performances for England in the Nations League. His latest display showed he is becoming more important in Barcelona’s attack.

His first goal came after a long passing move. He had a lucky one-two with Getafe captain Djene Dakonam before he drove towards the box.

Even though his shot deflected off Mario Martin before it beat goalkeeper David Soria, Gordon celebrated excitedly. He thumped the Barcelona badge on his chest and did his signature archer celebration.

Gordon’s goal and his four assists show his impact on Barcelona’s attack as the club keeps up its strong start to the season.

He has now joined a special group of British players who have scored for Barcelona. This group includes Gary Lineker and Mark Hughes, who both scored for the club in 1986.

Marcus Rashford also scored his first goal for Barcelona in a 2-1 Champions League win over Newcastle United last season.

Barcelona will aim to keep their winning run going as they chase the La Liga title.