Robert Lewandowski delivered a stellar performance as Lewandowski powers Barcelona to a commanding 4-1 triumph over Girona on Sunday in La Liga’s 29th round. Hosted at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium. This victory propelled Barcelona to 66 points. Reinforcing their lead at the top of the standings and widening the gap over rivals Real Madrid.
Early Pressure and Breakthrough
Barcelona came out strong, with Fermín López testing Girona’s goalkeeper Gazzaniga in the 7th minute. Despite a penalty appeal in the 8th and a missed chance by Lamine Yamal in the 13th, the deadlock broke in the 43rd minute. A free kick from Yamal deflected off Girona’s Krejci as an own goal, giving Barcelona the edge.
Second-Half Fireworks
Girona fought back early in the second half, with Danjuma leveling the score in the 53rd minute after a precise pass from Blind. However, Lewandowski powers Barcelona again, restoring the lead in the 62nd minute by converting a Fermín López cross. His second goal in the 77th, assisted by Frenkie de Jong, showcased his skill as he outmaneuvered defenders to score.
Torres Seals the Deal
The rout was complete in the 86th minute when Ferran Torres, set up by Gerard Martin, fired home Barcelona’s fourth. Girona, stuck at 34 points in 13th place, couldn’t recover, while Barcelona’s dominance in the closing stages underscored their title credentials.
La Liga Standings Impact
With this win, Barcelona sit three points ahead of second-placed Real Madrid, cementing their position as frontrunners. Lewandowski’s brace, alongside contributions from Torres and an own goal, highlighted a night of clinical finishing and relentless pressure, keeping their La Liga dreams alive.
