Barcelona suffered a setback on Saturday, experiencing its first home defeat of the season as it fell 2-1 to Las Palmas. The match marked a historic moment for the Canary Islands club, securing its first victory at Camp Nou in over 50 years, with goals from Sandro Ramirez and Fábio Silva overshadowing Raphinha’s equalizer.
Under new coach Hansi Flick, Barcelona began the season strongly, notching up impressive wins against notable rivals such as Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. However, the team has now gone three La Liga matches without a victory, raising concerns about their recent form and potential vulnerability at the top of the league. Before losing to Las Palmas, Barcelona had a disappointing loss to Real Sociedad and a draw with Celta Vigo where they squandered a two-goal lead.
The defeat allows Real Madrid, trailing by four points with two games in hand, the opportunity to overtake Barcelona in the standings. Raphinha acknowledged the team’s struggles and emphasized the need for improvement in their upcoming fixtures, starting with a match against Mallorca on Tuesday.
Las Palmas, on the other hand, celebrated a monumental achievement, with Sandro reflecting on the significance of the victory and expressing pride in their determination. This win further highlighted the unpredictability of football, as smaller teams demonstrate their potential against more prominent clubs.
In a separate note, Atletico Madrid continued its impressive form, defeating last-placed Valladolid 5-0, with Antoine Griezmann scoring a remarkable goal that drew applause even from the opposing fans. This win solidifies Atletico’s position just below Barcelona in the league.
Another positive note in the day’s matches came from Espanyol, who ended a four-match losing streak by defeating Celta 3-1, providing a much-needed boost for coach Manolo González.
In summary, Barcelona will aim to reverse its current slump in the upcoming matches, while Las Palmas celebrates a historic win, showcasing the spirit and resilience of football. As the season progresses, fans can look forward to more thrilling matchups and surprises on the pitch.