Barcelona has been crowned champions of La Liga 2024-25 after a commanding 2-0 victory over city rivals Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium on Thursday night.
Match Highlights
- 53’ – GOAL! Lamine Yamal opened the scoring with a stunning curler into the top-left corner, showcasing his brilliance once again.
- 90+5’ – GOAL! Fermín López sealed the title with a clinical counterattack finish, assisted by Yamal.
- 80’ – RED CARD! Espanyol’s Cabrera was sent off for a reckless challenge on Yamal, leaving the hosts with 10 men.
Title Glory Returns to Camp Nou
With this win, Barcelona secured its 28th La Liga trophy, reclaiming domestic supremacy after narrowly missing out last season. The Blaugrana dominated possession (78%) and stifled Espanyol’s attacks, with goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny making crucial saves.
Key Moments
- Espanyol’s Javi Puado missed a golden chance in the first half, denied by Szczęsny.
- Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha were kept quiet, but Yamal’s magic proved decisive.
- Fermín’s late strike ignited wild celebrations among the traveling fans.
Post-Match Reactions
Barcelona manager Xavi Hernández praised his squad: “This is a historic moment. The players showed heart, and Yamal was extraordinary.”
Espanyol’s Manuel González lamented: “We fought hard, but Barça’s quality made the difference.”
What’s Next?
Barcelona will lift the trophy at Camp Nou in its final home game, while Espanyol remains in a mid-table battle.
Final Score: Espanyol 0-2 Barcelona
Champions: FC Barcelona – La Liga 2024-25 Winners!
