Barcelona produced a composed late surge to secure a 2–0 derby win away to Espanyol, tightening their grip at the top of La Liga and moving four points clear of Real Madrid. In a tense contest that threatened to drift toward a stalemate, Barça’s quality told in the closing minutes through decisive finishes from Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski.
Cagey Derby, Big Moments Late On
The Catalan derby was played at a high tempo with few clear openings early on, as Espanyol matched Barcelona’s intensity and pressed aggressively. Chances were scarce, and it took patience and precision for the visitors to break the deadlock.
That breakthrough arrived in the 86th minute when Olmo—sporting his now-iconic blond look—found space and curled a superb effort into the net, finally unlocking the hosts’ resistance.
Lewandowski Finishes the Job
Espanyol pushed forward in search of an equaliser, but the gamble left gaps at the back. Barcelona capitalised in stoppage time as Lewandowski showed his trademark composure to make it 2–0, sealing the points and deflating the home crowd.
Both goals were crafted by the creativity of Fermín López, who delivered two assists and was instrumental in Barcelona’s late dominance.
Joan García Stands Tall
Despite the scoreline, Espanyol were kept in the game for long spells by an outstanding goalkeeping display from Joan García. The shot-stopper produced a series of crucial saves to deny Barcelona earlier, earning Man of the Match honours despite ending on the losing side.
Title Picture Shifts
The victory strengthens FC Barcelona’s position in the title race, opening up a four-point cushion over Real Madrid. For RCD Espanyol, the defeat was a harsh lesson in fine margins after a spirited derby showing.
Final Verdict
Barcelona’s late burst of quality made the difference in a fiercely contested derby. Olmo’s moment of brilliance and Lewandowski’s ruthless finish ensured a professional 2–0 win—another step forward in Barça’s push for La Liga glory.
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