Barcelona claimed their 28th La Liga title on Thursday by defeating Espanyol, claiming the title after a city derby win and achieving a seven-point buffer with two matches left to play.
Reeling from a Sunday loss where they fell 4-3 to Barcelona, Real were in dire need of victory themselves. Now, they have to win their last three matches, and Barca need to earn no more than one point for Real to have any chance of Barcelona winning the title.
The Madrid side’s slim title hopes were all but dashed after Lamine Yamal netted a stunning curling effort in the 53rd minute. Ayao assisted Fermin Lopez, allowing him to secure the victory by scoring from within the box five minutes in stoppage time.
Crowned champions as Hansi Flick’s squad jumped to 85 points, seven ahead of last year’s champions Real, while Atletico Madrid sits third with 70 points. It marks the end of an astonishing first season at Barcelona for manager Hansi Flick, who had led his team to win La Liga and Copa Del Rey in a single season.
The Catalan side announced that the league winners will be presented with the trophy on Friday during a special celebration held in the city.
Fashioned Marcas da title celebrated while on the pitch but had a massive hope step on the pitch till Real scored a late winner which fueled thier slims hopes on standing against Mallorca.
Barca celebrated their willing with a braw Espanyol and taking care of thier business requirements while the match was held up for some minutes as a few fans were injured due to being struck by car close to the stadium.
Barc’sigoalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny ensure that the hosts did not overcome in a first half goal-less half by pull off a brilliant reflex save to Javi Puado effort from dangerous Espanyol counter-attacks.
It appeared like the Catalans had run out of plans but pause for contemplation nearly became a reality until brilliant teenage sensation took Barcelona’s trouble away by scoring another with his signature move.
It’s utterly insane how a 17 year old can bear so much responsibility. He picked the ball up from the right sideline, advanced it on himself vertically, curled it through a gap left between the two defenders and netted it home.
“Lamine’s goal is a skill he seems to practice frequently, having warmed up by scoring two goals using the same technique. He is fantasic and we must cherish him,” Pedri, his teammate, narrated to Moviestar plus.
“Barca’s Yamal scored a goal which gave them a stampede in confidence and with Cabrera getting sent off in the 80th elbowing Yamal in the chest, Lopez finished the game and began the title celebrations.”
“You don’t win a league every day so for now we have to relac and enjoy this trophy. It was one of the most complicated titles. With the momentum we’ve had lately, it feels wonderful. Fans have been enjoying it too.”
“Barca Yamal scored Yamal’s goal that gave them a confidence boost and Cabrera getting a sending off in the 80th, Lopez ended the game and began title celebrations.”