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Ronald Koeman pays the price after Barcelona lose at Rayo Vallecano

Barcelona first-team coach Ronald Koeman was sacked after his side suffered a 1-0 defeat at Rayo Vallecano.

Ronald Koeman has lost his job (Manu Fernandez/AP)

Wed, 27 Oct, 2021 - 23:44

Barcelona first-team coach Ronald Koeman was sacked after his side suffered a 1-0 defeat at Rayo Vallecano.

Former Manchester United and Chelsea forward Radamel Falcao’s first-half strike was enough to condemn Barca to a fourth defeat in six matches.

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