The 2022-2023 league title is within reach for Barcelona after beating Osasuna by the slightest difference in league Camp Nou. Those led by Xavi Hernández had to fight to the end to win.
Although the Azulgranas were outnumbered after Jorge Herrando was kicked out, they weren’t right at all in front of goal, causing the players and spectators to despair.
Likewise, the shots from Barcelona that reached the Redo’s goal were blocked by Aitor Fernández, adding to the frustration of the local team.
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Looking for a solution, Xavi moved to the bench and one of the latest additions was that of Jordi Alba, who came on at 76′ for Alejandro Balde and would become the hero of the game.
Barcelona beat Osasuna 1-0 for LaLiga at the Camp Nou. Photo: spread
Before the key moment on the left, Illusion knocked on the Azulgranas’ door at 78′ after Robert Lewandowski pushed the ball towards goal; However, the goal was canceled due to an advanced position of Ferran Torres.
Despite the invalidity, Barcelona didn’t give up and at 85′ Alba showed all his hierarchy after exploiting a pass from The young headed and fired a left-footed shot at the near post by Fernández, causing euphoria at the Catalan stadium.
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With this result, the Culés are one game away from being crowned champions of the Spanish league. After Real Madrid’s loss to Real Sociedad, the Culés have a 14-point lead over the Meringues, meaning they only need a win against Espanyol on Sunday 14 May to clinch the title without depending on anyone to be.
Madrid fell in Anoeta
Looking ahead to the Copa del Rey final and Champions League semifinals, Real Madrid lost 2-0 to Real Sociedad in La Liga.
Takefusa Kubo opened the scoring for the txuri-urdines with 47′, which fell like a bucket of cold water for Carlo Ancelotti’s team. Things took a turn for the worse for the Meringues with the ejection of Dani Carvajal at 61′.
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Finally, Ander Barrenetxea sealed the win with 85 minutes, paving the way for Barcelona to return as Spanish league sovereigns.
Law of the former Kubo scored the first goal against Real Madrid. Photo: spread
Xavi enjoys the Spanish championship
Barcelona’s win over Osasuna was celebrated by the entire Barca world and Xavi Hernández was no exception. Unlike other days, the Barça strategist pointed out that the league title is practically in his hands.
“Almost there. Those six points were crucial after the Vallecas defeat. Let’s go step by step. It’s a very important giant step,” explained Xavi, who is on the verge of winning his second title as Barcelona manager. The first was the Spanish Super Cup after beating Real Madrid in the final in which the Catalans won 3-1 with goals from Lewandowski, Gavi and Pedri.