Barcelona Suffers Setback in Vigo: De Jong Sent Off in Injury Time
Barcelona faced a significant setback in their victory over Celta Vigo due to the late dismissal of Frenkie De Jong. The Dutch midfielder received a red card in injury time after being shown a second yellow for a late challenge. This incident overshadowed an otherwise important win for Barcelona, as they secured three crucial points in their race for the La Liga title.
Match Overview
The match at Balaídos ended with a score of 4-2 in favor of Barcelona, despite the late drama involving De Jong. The first half was action-packed, featuring five goals: three from Barcelona and two from Celta Vigo. Robert Lewandowski opened the scoring with a penalty, followed by goals from Carreira and Borja Iglesias for Celta Vigo, bringing the score to 2-2 at one point.
Key Players and Performances
- Robert Lewandowski: Scored a hat-trick, establishing himself as the star of the match.
- Lamine Yamal: Contributed significantly by scoring the third goal for Barcelona.
- Frenkie De Jong: Received a red card in injury time, missing the next match due to suspension.
Upcoming Challenges
Barcelona will face Athletic Club on November 22, after the international break. They will head into this match without De Jong, who is suspended, and likely without Pedri due to injury. This could pose a challenge for Barcelona’s midfield strength as they prepare for a crucial encounter.
As the team continues its title challenge, they will need to address potential issues related to player absences. The uncertainty surrounding the venue for their upcoming match, whether at Camp Nou or Montjuïc, adds to the anticipation.
Final Thoughts
Despite the setback of De Jong’s expulsion, Barcelona’s victory at Balaídos is an important moment in their La Liga campaign. The team must maintain focus and adapt to the challenges ahead to keep pace in the title race against Real Madrid.
