Barcelona Clinch 28th La Liga Title with 2-0 Victory Over Espanyol
On May 15, 2025, Barcelona secured their 28th La Liga title by defeating city rivals Espanyol 2-0 at the RCDE Stadium. Second-half goals from 17-year-old Lamine Yamal and Fermín López sealed the win, ensuring an unassailable seven-point lead over second-placed Real Madrid with two matches remaining in the season .
The match remained goalless in the first half, with both teams creating opportunities. Barcelona broke the deadlock in the 53rd minute when Yamal curled a shot into the top corner. In stoppage time, Yamal assisted López, who finished from close range to double the lead .
Match Summary
Espanyol started the match aggressively, creating early scoring opportunities. However, veteran goalkeeper Szczesny made crucial saves to keep the score level. In the 53rd minute, Yamal broke the deadlock with a brilliant solo goal. Espanyol's Leandro Cabrera was sent off in the second half, and in stoppage time, Yamal assisted Fermín López for the second goal, sealing the victory.
Off-Field Incidents
The match was overshadowed by an incident outside the stadium, where a car accidentally drove into a crowd, injuring several people. Additionally, post-match celebrations were disrupted when Espanyol staff turned on the sprinklers to deter Barcelona's on-field festivities.
Season Overview
Under manager Hansi Flick, Barcelona achieved a domestic double, having also won the Copa del Rey. The team overcame mid-season challenges to finish strongly, with Yamal emerging as a key player. This title marks Barcelona's sixth La Liga championship in the past decade.
Under manager Hansi Flick, Barcelona have enjoyed a remarkable season, also winning the Supercopa de España and the Copa del Rey, achieving a domestic treble. The team overcame a challenging period in November to finish the season strongly, including a crucial 4-3 victory over Real Madrid in El Clásico .
This title marks Barcelona's sixth La Liga championship in the past decade, reaffirming their dominance in Spanish football.
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