Barcelona secured a hard-fought victory against Celta Vigo in a thrilling La Liga encounter. Robert Lewandowski marked his return to the starting lineup with a crucial brace, propelling the Catalan giants to a 3-2 win. The match, filled with drama and quickfire goals, saw Barcelona twice take the lead, only to be pegged back by a resilient Celta Vigo side.
Lewandowski's Return a Decisive Factor
Lewandowski, who hadn't started a game in over a month, proved his worth immediately. He opened the scoring from the penalty spot after a VAR review spotted a handball. Celta Vigo responded swiftly through Carreira, leveling the score within minutes. Lewandowski then restored Barcelona's lead with a well-taken finish, only for Borja Iglesias to equalize once again before halftime.
Yamal Seals the Win
Just before the break, Lamine Yamal scored what proved to be the winning goal, giving Barcelona a slender advantage heading into the second half. Despite Celta Vigo's best efforts, Barcelona managed to hold on for the victory.
- Lewandowski scored his 106th and 107th goals for Barcelona, surpassing Neymar's tally.
- Celta Vigo fought hard but ultimately couldn't contain Barcelona's attacking prowess.
- The win moves Barcelona up the La Liga table, putting pressure on their rivals.
The game also saw substitutions from both sides, with Iago Aspas and Zaragoza entering the fray for Celta Vigo. Barcelona's defense, while aggressive, showed signs of vulnerability, conceding two goals. However, their attacking quality ultimately proved to be the difference.