Barcelona experienced a collapse in their match against Celta Vigo in La Liga, ending in a disappointing 2-2 draw. This setback highlights their struggles without teenage sensation Lamine Yamal.
The match took place on Saturday. Barcelona squandered a two-goal lead, leaving coach Hansi Flick to lament the team’s performance.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone celebrated a significant milestone, marking his 700th match in charge with a victory.
FULL-TIME:🔵 Celta Vigo 2-2 Barcelona⚫️
⚽️ R. Lewandowski 61′
⚽️ Raphinha 15′⚽️ H. Álvarez 86′
⚽️ A. González 84′#CeltaBarca pic.twitter.com/UILG7Ou1lt— Match Spoots (@matchspoots) November 23, 2024
Barca Late Collapse Without Yamal
Barcelona’s performance against Celta Vigo showed their dependency on Lamine Yamal. The young winger has been crucial to their attacking play. He was absent due to an ankle injury.
Despite taking a commanding lead with goals from Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski, Barcelona’s defense faltered.
Marc Casado received a red card in the 82nd minute. This allowed Celta Vigo to mount a comeback. Alfonso Gonzalez and Hugo Alvarez scored in quick succession to level the match, resulting in a collapse for Barcelona.
The Impact of Yamal’s Absence on Barca’s Performance
The absence of Lamine Yamal was keenly felt. Barcelona struggled to maintain their composure and creativity in the final third. Yamal’s ability to draw defenders and create opportunities has been vital for Barcelona’s strategy this season. Without him, the team appeared disjointed. Their inability to adapt was evident in the late stages of the game, leading to the collapse against Celta Vigo.
Simeone’s Milestone Amidst Barca’s Struggles
While Barcelona grappled with their issues, Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone had reason to celebrate. The Argentine coach marked his 700th match at the helm of Atletico with a 2-1 comeback victory over Alaves. Goals from Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sorloth secured the win. This victory propelled Atletico to second place in La Liga, just behind Barcelona.
Looking Ahead for Barcelona After the Celta Draw
Barcelona’s draw against Celta Vigo leaves them five points clear at the top of La Liga. However, it raises questions about their ability to cope without key players like Yamal.
Coach Hansi Flick acknowledged the need for improvement. He stated, “It was a really bad match from us, it was nothing like what we want to see.” As the season progresses, Barcelona must find ways to adapt and maintain their lead in the league, especially after their collapse against Celta Vigo without Yamal.
