Barcelona is poised to narrow the gap to Real Madrid to just three points after taking a 3-2 lead against Celta Vigo in their La Liga match at Balaidos.
The scoring commenced early, within the first 10 minutes, as Robert Lewandowski converted a penalty awarded after a VAR review for a handball by Marcos Alonso. However, Barcelona’s lead was short-lived, as Sergio Carreira capitalized on a lapse in the defense, beating the offside trap and firing a shot into the net to equalize for Celta.
Barcelona regained the advantage thanks to Lewandowski, who netted his second goal of the night with a close-range finish, set up by a delightful cross from Marcus Rashford. Yet, Celta responded again, this time through Borja Iglesias, bringing the score to 2-2.
Just when it seemed the teams would head into halftime level, Lamine Yamal struck for Barcelona in stoppage time, securing a 3-2 lead as the teams headed to the break.
Marcus Rashford ➡️ Lamine Yamal
The Barcelona wingers combine to put Barcelona ahead 3-2 just before halftime. 🔥
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— Premier Sports (@PremSportsTV) November 9, 2025
🚨🇪🇸 LAMINE YAMAL PUTS BARCELONA AHEAD!
Celta Vigo 2-3 Barcelona.pic.twitter.com/81eyeAzfkK
— Tekkers Foot (@tekkersfoot) November 9, 2025
Lamine Yamal scores to give Barcelona the lead just before halftime! pic.twitter.com/W23l3PUytH
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) November 9, 2025
The first half in Vigo has been thrilling, and importantly, Barcelona is on top. They will aim for better defensive performance in the second half as they chase a vital win.