Barcelona suffered a 1-0 defeat against Leganés, with Sergio González scoring the only goal, marking another setback in their chase for the Liga title against Real Madrid and Atlético. This result adds to Barcelona’s woes as they experienced their second consecutive loss at Montjuïc.
A standout performer for Leganés was Serbian goalkeeper Marko Dmitrovic, who previously thwarted Barcelona’s efforts while playing for Eibar. As he approaches his 33rd birthday, Dmitrovic has emerged as a formidable presence, having gained recognition since his time at Alcorcón in 2015. His exceptional display on Sunday raised questions about whether his name will be remembered as an important figure in Leganés’ success this season or seen merely as a footnote in Barcelona’s struggles.
Dmitrovic’s performance was vital, reminiscent of his last visit to Barcelona when he held them to a 1-1 draw in December 2020. This time, he faced key players such as Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, and Dani Olmo, successfully denying them goal-scoring opportunities and ultimately frustrating the whole team. This loss reflects a worrying trend for Barcelona, who have only won once in their last six league matches, slipping from a position of strength to being vulnerable at home.
Adding to Barcelona’s difficulties, young talent Lamine Yamal, who had just been awarded the prestigious Golden Boy honor, had an unfortunate night. He sustained an ankle injury due to a tough challenge early in the match and despite staying on the field, he was unable to make the impactful contributions expected from him. His performance was lackluster, marked by two missed shots, and he was eventually substituted for Gavi in the 75th minute, leaving the pitch visibly upset.
This match serves as a wake-up call for Barcelona as they strive to regain form. While the defeat is disappointing, it presents an opportunity for reflection and improvement as the team looks to rally and better their performance in the coming matches. Fans remain hopeful that with determination and teamwork, Barcelona can turn their fortunes around in LaLiga.