Barcelona vs Alaves La Liga
— Kingersbrw (@kingersbrw) February 2, 2025
Barcelona secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Deportivo Alavés in their recent La Liga encounter, with Robert Lewandowski’s decisive goal closing the gap to league leaders Real Madrid to four points.
Barça Closing the Gap! 🔵🔴
— Match Spoots (@matchspoots) February 2, 2025
Barcelona gain ground on Atlético and Real Madrid after a 𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐃-𝐅𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇𝐓 victory over Alavés! 🥵🔥
Can they keep up the momentum in the title race? 🤔🏆#Barça #LaLiga #ForçaBarça pic.twitter.com/gKzu25uH89
First Half Challenges
The match began with a somber tone as a head collision between Barcelona’s Gavi and Alavés’ Tomás Conechny led to both players being substituted and taken to the hospital for evaluation.
This incident disrupted the game’s rhythm, resulting in a first half characterized by interruptions and limited scoring opportunities.
Second Half Resurgence
In the second half, Barcelona intensified their efforts. The introduction of Frenkie de Jong added creativity to the midfield, while 17-year-old winger Lamine Yamal delivered a standout performance. Yamal’s remarkable dribbling skills were reminiscent of Lionel Messi, as he completed 10 out of 20 attempted dribbles, equaling a record set by Messi in 2007.
His dynamic play culminated in a deflected cross that Lewandowski capitalized on in the 61st minute, marking his 18th goal of the season.
Defensive Resolve
Following the goal, Alavés sought an equalizer, but Barcelona’s defense remained steadfast. Goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen made crucial saves, ensuring the team maintained their slim advantage until the final whistle.
Manager’s Perspective
Post-match, Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick acknowledged the team’s challenges in breaking down Alavés’ defense but expressed satisfaction with the result. He emphasized the importance of securing victories, even by narrow margins, in the pursuit of the league title.
Looking Ahead
This victory brings Barcelona’s point tally to 45 from 22 matches, reinforcing their position in the title race. They are now preparing to face Sevilla in their next La Liga fixture, aiming to build on this momentum.
