Barcelona continued their impressive run, making it 20 games without a loss by defeating Girona 4-1 on Sunday. Robert Lewandowski scored two goals, helping Barcelona maintain their top position in La Liga.
Girona proved to be a tough opponent initially, but Barcelona managed to take the lead just before halftime with an own goal from Ladislav Krejci in the 43rd minute. Girona quickly responded in the second half, with Arnaut Danjuma scoring in the 53rd minute to level the score.
However, Barcelona quickly regained control. Lewandowski scored his first goal just eight minutes after Girona`s equalizer and added another in the 77th minute. Ferran Torres sealed the victory with a goal, marking his second in three days.
Key Moment of the Match
Even when the score was tied, Barcelona dominated the game. Lewandowski`s second goal highlighted this dominance. Frenkie de Jong initiated the play by winning the ball back in Barcelona`s half and driving forward into Girona`s end. He then passed to Lewandowski, who powerfully shot the ball into the net from a difficult angle.
Player of the Match
Robert Lewandowski delivered a standout performance on Sunday, scoring twice and contributing significantly to Barcelona`s attack. He had six shots, four of which were on target, and his expected goals were 1.1 out of Barcelona`s total of 2.6. This performance reflects Lewandowski`s improved form under coach Hansi Flick.
Implications for Barcelona
This win ensures Barcelona remains at the top of La Liga for another week, holding a three-point advantage over Real Madrid. They are also nine points ahead of Atletico Madrid in the title race.
What`s Next
Barcelona will play against Atletico Madrid in the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals on Wednesday. They will then continue their La Liga campaign against Real Betis on Saturday, followed by a Champions League quarterfinal match against Borussia Dortmund.
