Robert Lewandowski opened the scoring as FC Barcelona defeated Sevilla 4-1 at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium, securing a crucial win. In addition to increasing Barcelona’s momentum, this spectacular victory in the 23rd round of La Liga puts them within two points of Real Madrid and one point of Atletico Madrid, paving the way for an exciting season finale.
After Saturday’s intense 1-1 draw in the Madrid derby, Barcelona stepped up and showed their fierce desire to win the title. As of right now, Real Madrid leads with 50 points, Atletico Madrid is in second place with 49, and Barcelona is not far behind with 48.
With a goal in the seventh minute, Lewandowski gave the Catalans a head start. However, Vargas gave Sevilla the equalizer a minute later. Barcelona established their supremacy in the second half, as goals from Eric García (89th minute), Raphinha (55th minute), and Fermin López (46th minute) sealed a decisive win.
Valencia, meanwhile, has won three of their past four games, including a crushing 7-1 loss to Barcelona, suggesting that they are now settling in. Valencia hasn’t beaten Leganés since April 2018, therefore today’s game was crucial for both teams trying to escape the relegation zone.
Valencia played well, leading 2-0 at the interval thanks to a goal by and an assist from Portuguese international André Almeida. Almeida’s assist to Cristhian Mosquera’s goal in the 30th minute gave them the lead, which was increased by Diakhaby’s goal in the 41st.
Valencia is presently only one point below Leganés, the first team above the relegation line, in 18th place with 22 points, positioning them for a relegation playoff. Valladolid is still in the drop zone with 15 points, while Alavés is behind Valencia with 21 points.
