FC Barcelona: watch Fermín López's stunning goal against Levante on video

Barcelona’s Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys erupted on Sunday evening as FC Barcelona produced a commanding 3-0 victory over Levante, reclaiming first place in the league standings and offering fans a moment of pure brilliance from 22-year-old midfielder Fermín López.

Marc Bernal opened the scoring inside four minutes, and Frenkie de Jong doubled the advantage in the 32nd minute, but the night’s crescendo arrived nine minutes from time. Collecting possession 25 metres out, López shifted the ball onto his right foot and arrowed an unstoppable drive beyond goalkeeper Mathew Ryan into the top-left corner. The strike, his ninth of the campaign in Barça colours, drew a thunderous ovation and underlined why Hansi Flick continues to place his trust in the academy graduate.

The win banished the memory of last week’s 2-1 defeat at Girona and ensured Barça remain level on points with Real Madrid at the summit, applying pressure ahead of the coming fixtures. For López, the goal was another milestone in a breakthrough season that has seen him evolve from squad option to difference-maker.

Supporters who missed the moment can view the spectacular finish via the club’s official channels, where López’s rocket is already being replayed from every angle.