La Liga
Lamine Yamal’s Goal Secures Barcelona 1-0 Victory Over Real Mallorca
Barcelona clinched a crucial 1-0 win over Real Mallorca at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, courtesy of a stunning strike from the youngster Lamine Yamal.
The victory propelled Barcelona up to second place in La Liga & also extended their unbeaten streak to eight games across all competitions.
With Xavi suspended and_ his brother & assistant Oscar Hernández taking charge, Barcelona started the match with confidence, displaying early attacking intensity through players like Raphinha & Jules Koundé.
Despite struggling to capitalize on their early momentum, Barça was awarded a penalty after Raphinha was fouled in the box. However, İlkay Gündoğan’s spot-kick was saved by’ Predrag Rajković, making it goalless in the first half.
Real Mallorca, inspired by’ the penalty save, showed resilience & threatened Barcelona’s defense, with Sergi Darder orchestrating some dangerous attacks. The first half ended in frustration for Barcelona, combined by’ Raphinha’s injury-enforced substitution.
After the break, Barcelona attacked with purpose, coming close to scoring through Yamal’s thunderous strike that hit the crossbar. The introduction of Vitor Roque & Robert Lewandowski injected fresh energy into Barcelona’s attack, but it was Yamal who won the match with a beautiful shot to break the deadlock.
Yamal’s goal, evidence of his talent & composure, proved to be the decisive moment in a closely contested match where Real Mallorca put up a strong fight. Despite Mallorca’s winless streak away from home, their performance against a nervous Barcelona side showed their resilience & determination.
