Sergi Roberto’s two-goal performance secured Barcelona’s first victory in four games against a resilient Almeria side.
Despite Almeria twice equalizing, Sergi Roberto’s late goal, coupled with defensive lapses, ensured Barcelona claimed all three points and moved up to third place in the La Liga table. They are now six points behind Girona, the league leaders.
The game unfolded with Barcelona dominating early on, missing opportunities, and eventually taking the lead through Raphinha from a corner kick. However, defensive mistakes allowed Almeria to draw level just before halftime, with Leo Baptistao capitalizing on a defensive lapse.
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The second half saw Ferran Torres injecting energy into Barcelona’s attack, but Almeria’s goalkeeper, Luis Maximiano, denied them twice. Sergi Roberto’s second goal from a corner in the 59th minute put Barcelona back in the lead.
A goalkeeping error by Inaki Pena in the 70th minute allowed Edgar Gonzalez to equalize for Almeria. However, Sergi Roberto’s second goal, assisted by Robert Lewandowski, secured the win for Barcelona in the 82nd minute.
Despite Almeria’s late chance to salvage a point, Pena made a crucial save in the final minutes, preserving Barcelona’s victory.