In the 26th round of La Liga, Barcelona hosted top-ranked Villarreal at home, securing a convincing and brilliant victory. The Catalan team defeated their opponent 4-1, and the main character of the match was undoubtedly Lamin Yamal - the young star scored three goals and completed his first career hat-trick.
During the match, Barcelona did not lose control of the game. Lamin Yamal found the net in the 28th and 37th minutes, giving the hosts a comfortable lead. Early in the second half, Pape Gueye, playing for Villarreal, reduced the deficit, attempting to curb the intrigue. However, this didn't last long - in the 69th minute, Yamal scored again, completing the hat-trick. In extra time, Robert Lewandowski sealed the victory.
La Liga. Round 26
Barcelona - Villarreal 4:1
Goals: Yamal 28, 37, 69, Lewandowski 90+1 - Gueye 49.
Barcelona: Joan Garcia, Kounde, Cubarsi, Eric Garcia, Balde, Bernal (Araujo, 67'), Fermin, Olmo (Pedri, 59'), Rafinha (Rashford, 73'), Ferran (Levandowski, 67'), Yamal (Bardakchi, 73').
Villarreal: Junior, Mourinho, Navarro, Veiga, Cardona (Gonzalez, Pepe, Comesagna (Parejo, 80), Gueye, Moleyro (Pedraza, 67), Ayoze, Mikautadze.
This victory is far more important for Barcelona than just three points. Because the Catalans have further strengthened their position in the conditions of direct competition in the championship race. After 26 rounds, Barcelona leads with 64 points and is four points ahead of Real Madrid, but the Madrid side has one substitute game. Villarreal remain in third place with 51 points.
The most noteworthy aspect is Lamin Yamal's performance. This time he shone not just well, but decisively. Despite his young age, he acted as a leader on the field, felt the tempo of the game, and made the opponent's defense struggle several times. Therefore, this victory once again demonstrated not only Barcelona's strength but also Yamal's growing maturity.
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