Philippe Coutinho was named the man of the match for his brilliant performance in Barcelona vs Celta Vigo match in La Liga 2020-21. Coutinho assisted Ansu Fati’s opening goal and created several chances in the game during his 72-minute stay on the pitch. The Brazilian playmaker, who struggled in his first season at the club, had also assisted Fati in Barcelona’s opening La Liga match against Villarreal on Monday. Fans praised him for the good performance in both the matches. Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi: Juventus, Barcelona Placed in Group G of Champions League 2020-21, Fans Say 'Group G Stands for GOAT'.

Coutinho, who joined Barcelona from Liverpool in 2018, had struggled to settle in his new club and was sent on loan to Bayern Munich last season. He won the treble with Bayern, including the UEFA Champions League title, and has returned to Barcelona for a second spell under new coach Ronald Koeman.

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The 28-year-old has looked a different player since coming back from Bayern and already has two assists from as many La Liga matches. Against Celta Vigo, on a rainy night, Coutinho first sent Fati through on goal in the 11th minute to score the opener and then came close to scoring himself later in the first half. He was denied twice by the goalkeeper while Lionel Messi also wasted an opportunity after being put through by the Brazilian.

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