Barcelona suffered a surprising 1-0 defeat against Leganes on Sunday, with defender Sergio González netting an unmarked header early in the game to give Leganes a shock lead. This loss marks Barcelona’s second consecutive defeat at home and continues a concerning trend in LaLiga, where they have managed just one victory in their last six matches despite showcasing strong form in the Champions League.
Currently, Barcelona remains at the top of the LaLiga standings with 38 points, tied with Atletico Madrid, who they will face next Saturday. Real Madrid sits closely behind in third place, just one point adrift but with a game in hand. Meanwhile, Leganes achieved their first-ever victory at the Camp Nou, moving them to 15th place with 18 points.
The match began with a corner kick that allowed González to rise high at the near post and direct a powerful header past Barcelona goalkeeper Iñaki Peña just four minutes into the game. This early goal set the tone, as Leganes adopted a disciplined defensive approach that proved challenging for Barcelona to penetrate.
Despite holding an impressive 80% of possession and taking a total of 20 shots, Barcelona struggled to convert their opportunities into goals. A frustrating performance saw them hit the target with only four shots. Leganes goalkeeper Marko Dmitrovic was exceptional, making several key saves, including a critical reflex save from Robert Lewandowski and another effort that hit the crossbar.
After the match, a visibly disappointed Pedri expressed his frustration, acknowledging the team’s inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and emphasizing the need to improve their performance in future matches.
This defeat serves as a reminder that even top teams can have off days, and while the outcome is disappointing, it can also act as a wake-up call for Barcelona as they prepare for their next crucial match against Atletico Madrid. Addressing their scoring struggles and finding a way to break through well-organized defenses will be vital for their success in LaLiga moving forward.