Barcelona have sent a clear message to Real Madrid, reclaiming the summit of La Liga with a commanding 3-0 victory over Real Oviedo at the Spotify Camp Nou.
After temporarily losing their lead to Los Blancos on Saturday, Hansi Flick’s men responded with a masterclass in the second half. The win moves the Catalan giants to 52 points, one ahead of Arbeloa’s Real Madrid, as the most intense title race in years continues to unfold.
Second-Half Blitz: Olmo and Raphinha Strike
After a frustrating first half where Oviedo’s low block stifled Barça’s creativity, the deadlock was finally broken in the 53rd minute. Dani Olmo capitalized on a high-press recovery, unleashing a precise strike from the edge of the area that left Escandell helpless.
Just four minutes later, Raphinha sent the home crowd into a frenzy. The Brazilian showcased his world-class vision, picking up the ball in midfield and driving forward before executing a sublime chip over the keeper. It was a moment of pure genius that doubled the lead and broke Oviedo’s spirit.
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Lamine Yamal’s “Masterpiece”
The highlight of the afternoon arrived in the 73rd minute. Following a lofted pass from Dani Olmo, Lamine Yamal demonstrated why he is the world’s premier young talent. Without letting the ball touch the ground, the teenager struck a sensational volley from the edge of the box into the top corner a goal already being hailed as a “Puskas contender.”
The Race for the Title
With Round 21 in the books, the standings couldn’t be tighter:
- Barcelona: 52 points
- Real Madrid: 51 points
The focus now shifts to the European stage. Barcelona will host København this Wednesday (28th) in a crucial Champions League fixture, before returning to domestic action against Elche on Saturday.
Gabriel Lucio is a football analyst covering La Liga, focusing on match analysis, tactical trends, and the race for domestic and European positions.
