
Barcelona had a nail-biting 4-3 win over Celta Vigo in their La Liga match on Saturday, April 19, 2025. The match saw Barcelona come from behind to win with a penalty scored by Raphinha in the 98th minute. Here's a brief overview :
- First Half:Barcelona took the lead through Ferran Torres' goal in the 11th minute, but Celta Vigo equalized just three minutes later. The visitors dominated the second half of the first period, forcing Barcelona goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny to make several crucial saves.
- Celta Vigo's Surge: Celta Vigo took a 3-1 lead by the hour mark, with Borja Iglesias scoring twice and another goal added by a Celta Vigo player. However, Barcelona staged a remarkable comeback.
- Barcelona's Comeback: Raphinha assisted Dani Olmo's goal in the 64th minute, and then scored himself in the 68th minute to reduce the deficit. Raphinha sealed the win with a penalty in the 98th minute after Yoel Lago fouled Olmo in the box.
- Key Performers:Raphinha scored two goals, including the winning penalty, while Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres also scored crucial goals for Barcelona. Borja Iglesias was a standout for Celta Vigo with two goals.
The win extends Barcelona's lead at the top of the La Liga table to 7 points.