Barcelona 3-2 Almeria: Sergi Roberto marca dois gols cruciais para salvar o Barça do constrangimento contra o último colocado da La Liga sem vitórias.
Sergi Roberto, the standout player of the game, joyfully commemorated his two pivotal goals that played a crucial role in Barcelona’s essential triumph over Almeria. The exciting match occurred at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys and concluded with a thrilling 3-2 score in favor of the home team.
Barcelona, who had been enduring difficulties in reclaiming their winning streak, encountered a formidable obstacle from Almeria, the last-placed team in La Liga who had not yet experienced a victory this season. Despite facing difficulties, Almeria exhibited remarkable determination and successfully equalized the score on two occasions throughout the game.
In the 33rd minute, Raphinha seized an opportunity from a rebound and forcefully struck the ball into the net after Luis Maximiano, Almeria’s goalkeeper, saved Ronald Araujo’s header. Nevertheless, Almeria promptly retaliated as Leo Baptistao swiftly sprinted forward and leveled the score a mere eight minutes later.
Barcelona regained their advantage in the 60th minute when Sergi Roberto skillfully directed a header into the goal from a corner expertly delivered by Raphinha. Barcelona appeared poised to clinch a convincing win, but Almeria had different intentions. However, in the 71st minute, Inaki Pena, the goalkeeper for Barcelona, made a costly mistake, resulting in Edgar Gonzalez scoring and equalizing the score at 2-2.
As the outcome of the match teetered uncertainly, it was Sergi Roberto who once more rose to the occasion for Barcelona. In the 83rd minute, he skillfully seized upon a cleverly executed pass from Robert Lewandowski and serenely placed the ball into the net from a short distance, eluding Maximiano. Barcelona’s long-awaited triumph came from the outcome of Sergi Roberto’s goal, which ultimately secured their first win in four tries. This victory serves as a significant morale boost for Barcelona, who had been facing criticism due to their recent string of poor performances. The fans will undoubtedly hail Roberto as a hero, recognizing the pivotal role his goals played in clinching the win. Barcelona now looks forward to this triumph as a potential game-changer in their season, aiming to regain their winning streak and build up positive momentum.