Barcelona delivered a dominant performance on Sunday, defeating Girona 4-1 to reclaim the top spot in La Liga. The victory at the Estadi Montilivi showcased Barcelona’s attacking prowess, with key players stepping up in a crucial title race encounter.
Girona, who had been enjoying a strong season, struggled to contain Barcelona’s relentless offense. The visitors opened the scoring early through Robert Lewandowski, who capitalized on a defensive error to fire home. Raphinha doubled the lead with a stunning strike before halftime, leaving Girona with a mountain to climb.
The hosts briefly reignited hope when Artem Dovbyk pulled one back in the second half, but Barcelona quickly responded. Pedri restored the two-goal cushion with a well-placed finish, while João Cancelo sealed the emphatic victory with a late goal.
With the win, Barcelona leapfrogged Real Madrid to sit atop the league standings, intensifying the title race as the season nears its climax. Girona, despite the defeat, remain in contention for a top-four finish but will need to bounce back in their next fixture.
