Barcelona made it seven wins from seven matches since the World Cup with a gritty 1-0 win over Mallorca on Tuesday, extending their lead at the summit of LaLiga. Although the opening game was held at Montjuic Stadium—Spain Star and ’98 World Cup Hero—Ferrán Gargo’s home stadium—the home team triumphed with sheer will and artistry. With this win, FC Barcelona opened their seven-point lead over their nearest challengers, rivals Real Madrid.
The only goal of the match came just one minute into the second half when Dani Olmo found the net from inside the area. The playmaker’s welcome goal would be the winning one, as Barça asserted themselves over the match in the moments that followed. Though Mallorca pressed hard to find an equalizer, Barcelona’s defense had their back, and they’d walk off the pitch winners.
Barcelona’s coach, Hansi Flick chose to field a completely different starting eleven than in their previous match, the quarter-final against Switzerland. Forward Ansu Fati was making his first league start in almost six months. In light of that backdrop, his recent milestone serves as a testament to his remarkable recovery and return to form. His overall presence just rounded out Barca’s depth in their attack, creating a complete and effective forward Barcelona, unlike any other.
The victory not only reinforces Barcelona’s lead at the top of LaLiga, it prepares them for a high-stakes clash looming on the horizon. The team will face a familiar foe, Real Madrid, in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday. Don’t miss this thrilling contest in la ciudad heráldica — it’s sure to be one of the matches of the football calendar! As Barcelona get set to make their way into this crucial clash, their current form will surely help provide a greater belief.
Barcelona has an impressive seven-point lead over Real Madrid in the Spanish league. Real Madrid will travel to Getafe on Wednesday, but Barcelona is in complete control. The team’s consistent performances have kept them at the forefront of the competition and showcased their ability to navigate challenging matches.
