The Laliga results on August 31, 2026 completed Matchday 3, with Barcelona beating Rayo Vallecano 5-2 and Osasuna defeating Getafe 1-0.
Barcelona had to come from behind at Spotify Camp Nou after Sergio Camello opened the scoring for Rayo. The hosts responded through Raphinha and Lamine Yamal, with both players scoring twice, while an own goal from Florian Lejeune also helped Barcelona pull away.
Earlier at El Sadar, Ante Budimir converted a first-half stoppage-time penalty to give Osasuna a narrow 1-0 victory over Getafe.
For the full fixture list and upcoming matches, see our Laliga Schedule 2026/27. You can also follow the latest league positions on our Laliga Standings page.
Laliga Results August 31, 2026
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Osasuna vs Getafe | 1-0 |
| Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano | 5-2 |
Osasuna 1-0 Getafe
Osasuna earned a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Getafe at El Sadar, with Ante Budimir scoring the decisive goal from the penalty spot.
The breakthrough came in first-half stoppage time after a VAR review resulted in a penalty for a challenge on Budimir. The striker stepped up and converted to give Osasuna the lead just before halftime.
Getafe were unable to find an equalizer after the break, allowing Osasuna to protect the clean sheet and secure all three points.
The match also marked a notable milestone for Rubén García, who made his 300th appearance for Osasuna.
Osasuna vs Getafe: Key Match Details
| Competition | LALIGA EA SPORTS 2026/27 |
| Matchday | 3 |
| Date | August 31, 2026 |
| Venue | El Sadar, Pamplona |
| Final score | Osasuna 1-0 Getafe |
| Goalscorer | Ante Budimir (45+2′ pen.) |
| Key event | Penalty awarded after VAR review |
Barcelona 5-2 Rayo Vallecano
Barcelona closed Matchday 3 with a 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano at Spotify Camp Nou after recovering from an early setback.
Sergio Camello opened the scoring in the 12th minute to put Rayo ahead, but Barcelona responded quickly. Raphinha equalized in the 19th minute before Lamine Yamal scored in the 21st to turn the match around.
Barcelona extended their advantage after halftime when Florian Lejeune scored an own goal in the 51st minute. Camello pulled one back for Rayo in the 59th minute, but the hosts regained control when Raphinha scored his second in the 71st.
Lamine Yamal completed his brace in the 90th minute to seal a convincing 5-2 victory and maintain Barcelona’s perfect start to the season.
Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano: Key Match Details
| Competition | LALIGA EA SPORTS 2026/27 |
| Matchday | 3 |
| Date | August 31, 2026 |
| Venue | Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona |
| Final score | Barcelona 5-2 Rayo Vallecano |
| Goalscorers | Raphinha (19′, 71′), Lamine Yamal (21′, 90′), Florian Lejeune (51′ own goal); Sergio Camello (12′, 59′) |
Biggest Talking Points from the August 31 Laliga Results
- Barcelona came from behind: Rayo scored first, but Barcelona responded with five goals to take control.
- Raphinha and Lamine Yamal both scored twice: The pair combined for four of Barcelona’s five goals.
- Camello impressed for Rayo: Sergio Camello scored both of the visitors’ goals at Camp Nou.
- Budimir decided the match at El Sadar: His penalty was enough for Osasuna to beat Getafe 1-0.
- Matchday 3 is complete: The August 31 fixtures wrapped up the third round of the 2026/27 Laliga season.
What the Results Mean
Barcelona completed Matchday 3 with a perfect nine points from three matches, continuing their strong opening to the 2026/27 campaign.
Osasuna’s victory moved them to seven points from three matches, giving them an excellent early-season platform.
These results followed the August 30 Laliga results, when Real Madrid beat Málaga 4-0, Deportivo defeated Valencia 3-1 and Athletic Club won at Celta Vigo.
See the latest Laliga standings for the updated table and our Laliga schedule for the next confirmed fixtures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Osasuna beat Getafe 1-0, while Barcelona defeated Rayo Vallecano 5-2.
Raphinha scored in the 19th and 71st minutes, Lamine Yamal scored in the 21st and 90th minutes, and Barcelona also benefited from a Florian Lejeune own goal in the 51st minute.
Sergio Camello scored both Rayo goals, finding the net in the 12th and 59th minutes.
Ante Budimir scored the only goal from the penalty spot in first-half stoppage time.
Both fixtures were part of Matchday 3 in the 2026/27 Laliga season.
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