Barcelona Clinches Dramatic 2-1 Victory Over Girona with Last-Minute Goal
Barcelona secured a last-minute 2-1 victory over Girona at Montjuïc, with goals from Pedri and Araújo, maintaining their LaLiga lead.
- • Barcelona defeated Girona 2-1 with a stoppage-time winning goal by Ronald Araújo.
- • Pedri scored the opening goal for Barcelona, while Axel Witsel equalized for Girona with a stunning bicycle kick.
- • Heavy rain affected the match tempo, but Barcelona dominated possession with 68% and 27 shots on goal.
- • Coach Hansi Flick was expelled and will miss the upcoming match against Real Madrid due to protesting stoppage time.
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In a thrilling LaLiga encounter played on October 18, 2025, FC Barcelona secured a dramatic 2-1 win against Girona at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. Barcelona’s Pedri opened the scoring in the 13th minute with a goal that showcased the team's sharp attacking play. Girona responded strongly, with Axel Witsel equalizing in the 20th minute through an acrobatic bicycle kick, intensifying the match's excitement.
Despite Girona's spirited performance and notable chances—including a shot that struck the post by Portu—Barcelona maintained dominance with 68% ball possession and 27 shots compared to Girona’s 11. The winning moment came deep into stoppage time (90+3'), when Ronald Araújo capitalized on a precise cross from Frenkie de Jong to seal the victory for Barça.
The match conditions were challenging, with heavy rain affecting the tempo, but both teams showed resilience. Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick was sent off late in the game for protesting the limited four minutes of added time, meaning he will miss the crucial upcoming match against Real Madrid. Returning from injury, Fermín López expressed satisfaction with the team's performance and determination amidst injury setbacks.
Attendance at Montjuïc reached 43,172, and the game was officiated by Jesús Gil Manzano. With this win, Barcelona extended their lead at the top of the LaLiga standings with 22 points from 9 matches, while Girona remains at the bottom with just 6 points. The match highlighted Barcelona's sustained control and strategic execution, securing an important victory ahead of the fiercely anticipated Clásico.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.