Barcelona have their last important match in 2022 when they face Espanyol in La Liga. In the early match of the 15th round of La Liga, the White Vultures faced many difficulties but defeated Real Valladolid with a score of 2-0 thanks to a brace from Karim Benzema.
With Barcelona, they received a boost before the match when the La Liga organizers suspended the suspension of Robert Lewandowski. Therefore, the Polish player was allowed to start from the beginning against Espanyol.
Barca do not have the best force.
Thanks to the home field advantage, Barcelona quickly increased the squad. Their efforts were quickly rewarded by Marcos Alonso’s goal in the 7th minute.
After the break, Barca still pressed the pitch. However, the surprise happened when Espanyol was awarded a penalty and they equalized 1-1.
This match, Jordi Alba argued with the referee and received a second yellow card, sent off. With this card, Alba is suspended for one game. Therefore, Barcelona will not have Alba’s services when facing Atletico Madrid on January 9.
In addition, in the event that the Organizing Committee decides to announce the penalty for Lewandowski, the Catalan club also risks losing the Polish striker.
Xiao Lam | 10:42 January 1, 2023
