Barcelona experienced its first home loss of the season, succumbing to Las Palmas with a score of 2-1, marking a significant upset in La Liga on Saturday. This defeat not only breaks the streak of victories for the Catalan club but also grants Las Palmas their first win at Barcelona since the 1971-72 season, creating a historical moment for the Canary Islands team.
Las Palmas secured the victory with goals from Sandro Ramirez and Fábio Silva, while Raphinha managed to equalize temporarily. Barcelona had enjoyed a strong start to the season under new coach Hansi Flick, with impressive wins against noteworthy opponents like Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. However, the team is now facing a challenging phase, having gone three consecutive matches in La Liga without a win, including a loss to Real Sociedad and a drawing match against Celta Vigo, where they squandered a two-goal lead.
Raphinha commented on the need for the team to reflect on its performance and correct their mistakes, expressing determination for their next match against Mallorca. With Atlético Madrid closing in on the league leaders, the pressure is mounting for Barcelona to regain its winning form.
Las Palmas celebrated not only a monumental win but also took pride in their remarkable performance against a dominant team like Barcelona, highlighting their hard work and belief in their capabilities.
In related events, Alejandro Balde of Barcelona was carried off the field due to an injury sustained early in the match, and Antoine Griezmann showcased a stunning goal in Atlético Madrid’s impressive 5-0 victory over Valladolid. Espanyol found relief from their recent struggles by defeating Celta 3-1, while Alaves ended in a draw against Leganes.
Despite the setback, Barcelona has the opportunity to bounce back in their next match. Fans can remain hopeful as the team works to turn their recent misfortunes around and aim for the top of La Liga once again. The season is still in early stages, and there’s plenty of time for redemption and recovery.