In a thrilling match, Barcelona triumphed over Mallorca with a 5-1 victory, led by two goals from captain Raphinha. Despite a quick equalizer from the hosts, Barcelona dominated in the second half with a penalty goal from Raphinha and additional goals from teammates Yamal, De Jong, and Victor. With this win, Barcelona solidifies their top spot in the LaLiga standings.
Barcelona Dominates Mallorca with Convincing 5-1 Victory
In a thrilling encounter at the Son Moix Stadium on Saturday, Barcelona extended their winning streak to four games with a resounding 5-1 victory over Mallorca.
Match Summary
Mallorca drew first blood in the 12th minute through an own goal by Jordi Alba. However, Barcelona responded swiftly, with captain Raphinha equalizing just seven minutes later.
In the second half, Barcelona turned up the heat, with Raphinha converting a penalty in the 63rd minute. Yamal made it 3-1 in the 72nd minute, followed by strikes from Frenkie de Jong and Victor to complete the rout.
Key Takeaways
Top 5 FAQs and Answers Related to Current and Past Events
1. Why did Jordi Alba score an own goal? Alba attempted to clear a cross from the left, but the ball ricocheted off his knee and into the net.
2. How did Barcelona respond to Mallorca's early goal? Barcelona remained composed and equalized through Raphinha's goal from close range.
3. What was the turning point in the match? Raphinha's penalty goal in the second half gave Barcelona the momentum and launched their goal-scoring flurry.
4. Has Barcelona ever lost to Mallorca in recent years? No, Barcelona has not lost to Mallorca in their last six encounters.
5. What is the significance of Barcelona's victory? The win extends Barcelona's unbeaten run and further strengthens their bid for the LaLiga title.
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