Results, Highlights, Stats, and Player Ratings
FC Barcelona draws 2-2 away at RC Celta at the Estadio ABANCA Balaídos. Currently, FC Barcelona ranks first with 34 points, while RC Celta remains 11th with 18 points.
Match Highlights
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Raphinha Scores First: In the first half, Raphinha scored the opening goal for Barcelona, giving the team the lead.
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Lewandowski Extends the Lead: Shortly after, the Polish striker scored a brilliant goal, putting Barcelona ahead by two.
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Turning Point – Casado Sent Off: In the second half, Barcelona’s Casado received two yellow cards and was sent off, leaving the team in a tough position late in the game.
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Own Goal: Things took a turn when Koundé made a mistake, gifting the opponents a goal.
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Barcelona Lose the Win: Despite leading by two goals, Barcelona’s defense weakened, and they ended with a 2-2 draw against Celta.
FC Barcelona are still at the top of the table, but this game has prevented them from pulling away from second-placed Real Madrid by just four points.
RC Celta vs FC Barcelona Stats
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RC Celta |
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FC Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
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40 |
Possession % |
60 |
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8 |
Shots on target |
4 |
|
15 |
Shots |
9 |
|
389 |
Passes |
584 |
|
5 |
Corners |
1 |
|
2 |
Offsides |
3 |
|
5 |
Yellow cards |
3 |
|
0 |
Red cards |
1 |
|
13 |
Fouls conceded |
9 |
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RC Celta was more efficient in attack, with 15 shots and 8 on target. In comparison, Barcelona had more possession but only managed 9 shots and 4 on target, showing a lack of conversion.
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RC Celta created more danger with 5 corner kicks, while FC Barcelona had only 1 corner, showing their struggle to put pressure on Celta’s defense.
Although FC Barcelona controlled most of the game, RC Celta used their efficient attacks and set-piece chances to create threats. Both teams had their strengths, but Barcelona failed to turn possession into goals and struggled with defensive stability.
FC Barcelona Player Ratings
Inaki Pena – 6: Made an excellent save to deny Moriba early on and had some strong moments in goal. Let down by defensive mistakes as Barcelona lost their lead.
Jules Kounde – 4: Delivered a great pass to set up Raphinha’s goal but made a costly mistake in the box that let Celta score. Often caught out of position.
Pau Cubarsi – 5: Decent on the ball but struggled to deal with Celta’s attack, especially during the equaliser. Needs more defensive experience.
Inigo Martinez – 6: Solid defensively and willing to block shots. Wasn’t responsible for the defensive collapse.
Gerard Martin – 5: Booked early for a poor tackle and had a tough battle with Aspas. Lucky to avoid a red card and subbed off at halftime.
Marc Casado – 6: Worked hard in midfield, winning and passing the ball effectively. Unfortunately sent off after a second yellow, leaving his team vulnerable.
Gavi – 5: Skillful with the ball but lacked strength and was easily pushed off. Tried to create chances but was subbed in the second half.
Pedri – 5: Passed well but couldn’t keep up with Celta’s long balls defensively. Struggled to control the game and was subbed.
Raphinha – 8: Scored a brilliant goal to give Barcelona the lead and assisted Lewandowski. Hit the post as well and was their best player by far.
Robert Lewandowski – 6: Quiet for most of the match but made his one chance count with a clinical goal. Subbed late in the game.
Dani Olmo – 5: Showed some nice touches but was unsettled by Celta’s physical play. Subbed late for fresh legs.
Substitutes:
Hector Fort – 5: Came on at halftime for Martin and looked good at first but was outplayed during Celta’s equalising goal.
Frenkie de Jong – 6: Replaced Gavi but didn’t have much time to influence the game.
Fermin Lopez – 6: Subbed in for Pedri as the match turned. Showed effort but couldn’t change the momentum.
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