Barcelona Overcomes Real Oviedo in Thrilling 3-1 Victory
In a stunning turn of events, Barcelona came from behind to defeat Real Oviedo 3-1, preserving their unbeaten start to the La Liga season. The match, held at the sold-out Carlos Tartiere stadium, saw Oviedo take the lead through Alberto Reina’s impressive long-range shot after Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia’s costly mistake.
The Match Highlights
- Oviedo’s Shock Lead: Alberto Reina scored from distance after Joan Garcia’s error, giving Oviedo a surprise 1-0 lead in the 33rd minute.
- Barcelona’s Comeback: Eric Garcia equalized for Barcelona in the 56th minute, followed by Robert Lewandowski’s header from Frenkie de Jong’s cross in the 70th minute.
- Ronald Araujo Seals the Win: Araujo headed home from Marcus Rashford’s corner in the 88th minute, securing a 3-1 victory for Barcelona ¹ ².
Santi Cazorla’s Historic Start
At 40 years old, Santi Cazorla made his first La Liga start for Real Oviedo, marking a significant milestone in his career. Despite his experience, Oviedo struggled to maintain their lead, ultimately succumbing to Barcelona’s superior quality.
Post-Match Analysis
Barcelona’s victory keeps them second in the La Liga table, two points behind league leaders Real Madrid. Meanwhile, Real Oviedo remains in the relegation zone with just three points after six games.
Key Statistics
- Possession: Barcelona dominated possession with 79%, while Oviedo had 21%.
- Shots on Target: Barcelona had 7 shots on target, compared to Oviedo’s 3.
- Corners: Barcelona earned 9 corners, while Oviedo had 6.
What’s Next?
Barcelona will look to continue their winning streak against Real Sociedad, while Real Oviedo will face Valencia on Monday evening. Will Barcelona maintain their momentum, or will Oviedo bounce back from this defeat ¹ ³?
Match Stats and Player Performance
- Frenkie de Jong: Scored none but provided a crucial assist and maintained an impressive pass success rate of 98%.
- Robert Lewandowski: Scored a crucial goal, continuing his impressive form.
- Ronald Araujo: Scored the winning goal and demonstrated his defensive prowess.
Conclusion
Barcelona’s 3-1 victory over Real Oviedo showcases their resilience and depth. With key players like Lewandowski and Araujo performing well, Barcelona looks set to challenge for the La Liga title. Meanwhile, Real Oviedo will need to regroup and find a way to overcome their struggles
