Barcelona came back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Granada on Sunday, but the result saw them lose ground in the La Liga title race. Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to ever score in La Liga, but his goal was not enough to prevent Barca from dropping points. This is a setback for Xavi Hernandez’s side, who are now three points behind leaders Real Madrid.
Barcelona’s slow start
Barcelona started the game slowly and found themselves two goals down inside the opening 30 minutes. Bryan Zaragoza put Granada ahead with a well-taken finish, before doubling their lead with a solo effort. Barca looked lost in midfield and struggled to create any clear-cut chances.
Barcelona’s comeback
Barcelona came out fighting in the second half and equalized through Sergi Roberto in the 87th minute. Roberto finished off a flowing move involving Robert Lewandowski and Pedri to earn Barca a point. However, it was a disappointing result for Barca, who had been hoping to close the gap on Real Madrid.
Lamine Yamal makes history
Just before half-time, Barcelona got a lifeline when Lamine Yamal scored his first La Liga goal. The 16-year-old forward became the youngest player to ever score in the league’s history, beating the record previously held by Ansu Fati. Yamal’s goal gave Barca hope and they went into half-time trailing by just one goal.
Barcelona’s title race chances
The draw against Granada leaves Barcelona three points behind Real Madrid in the La Liga title race. Barca have a game in hand on their rivals, but they can ill-afford to drop any more points if they want to challenge for the title.
Barcelona’s young talent
One positive from the game against Granada was the performance of Lamine Yamal. The 16-year-old forward showed great composure and skill to score his first La Liga goal. Yamal is one of a number of talented youngsters at Barcelona, and he could play a big role in the club’s future.
Barcelona’s draw against Granada is a setback in the La Liga title race. Xavi Hernandez’s side needs to start winning games consistently if they want to challenge Real Madrid for the title. However, there are some positives to take from the game, such as the performance of Lamine Yamal.
Conclusion
Barcelona’s draw against Granada was a disappointing result, but it is important to remember that they are still unbeaten in La Liga this season. Xavi Hernandez’s side have a number of talented youngsters, and they could still challenge for the title. However, they need to start winning games consistently if they want to close the gap on Real Madrid.
