Xavi’s team, Barcelona, secured a spot in the Supercopa final against Real Madrid after defeating Osasuna 2-0, with Robert Lewandowski scoring a goal.
Jadon Sancho has returned to Borussia Dortmund from Manchester United on loan, believing it was the right decision for his career. He struggled to make an impact at Old Trafford and hopes to regain his form and confidence with his former club.
Barcelona secured a 2-0 victory over Osasuna in the Spanish Supercopa semi-finals, setting up an exciting final against arch-rivals Real Madrid. They dominated possession throughout the match, with Robert Lewandowski coming close to scoring. However, it wasn’t until the second half that Lewandowski found the back of the net, assisted by Ilkay Gundogan. Lamine Yamal sealed the victory with a late goal.
Despite their victory, Barcelona’s performance against Osasuna raised concerns about their form. They struggled to break down a defensive Osasuna side and only managed to score their second goal when their opponents were chasing the game. Real Madrid will provide a much tougher challenge in the final, and Barcelona will need to improve their efficiency in front of goal.
Robert Lewandowski was the standout player for Barcelona in their victory over Osasuna. Although he missed an early chance, the veteran forward made the difference with his goal, assisted by Ilkay Gundogan. Without Lewandowski’s contribution, Barcelona would have struggled to secure the win.
Player ratings:
Barcelona: Pena 7, Balde 7, Araujo 7, Kounde 7, Christensen 7, Roberto 6, De Jong 7, Gundogan 7, Raphinha 6, Torres 6, Lewandowski 7. Subs: Pedri 6, Felix 7, Lamine Yamal 7.
Osasuna: Herrera 6, Areso 6, Catena 5, Cruz 6, David Garcia 6, Oroz 5, Munoz 6, Gomez 6, Pena 6, Budimir 6, Arnaiz 6. Subs: Moncayola 6, Barja 6, Ruben Garcia 6, Mojica 6, Raul 6.
Key events:
6’ – CHRISTENSEN SHOT – Gundogan’s corner from the right is headed up and it drops into Christensen’s path, but his well-timed volley is beaten away. At the other end, Kounde scrambles the ball away as Arnaiz lunges at a low cross.
8’ – TORRES SHOT – Lewandowski seizes on a loose ball, slips in Torres, and his fierce shot from distance goes just wide.
9’ – ARESO CHANCE – He whips a shot at goal from inside the box, it’s deflected and curls just wide of the post for a corner, which is just about cleared.
13’ – LEWANDOWSKI CHANCE – Slipped in by Sergi Roberto, he looks to curl the ball into the corner, but it’s stopped by the keeper!
59’ – GOAL! BARCELONA 1- OSASUNA – LEWANDOWSKI SCORES – Gundogan picks out Lewandowski with a through-ball, the Pole controls well and then fires home with a low shot.
90+3′ – BRILLIANT GOAL! BARCELONA 2-0 OSASUNA – YAMAL SCORES – Felix backheels a ball into space in his own half and receives a return pass. He skips forward, looking to waste time but then nutmegs his way into space. He finds Yamal, and he blasts low into the net.
Key stat: Barcelona’s victory sets up a highly anticipated Clasico final against Real Madrid, where both teams will battle for the trophy.