Full-Time: Barcelona 2-1 Alavés

Barcelona secured a narrow victory against Alavés, surviving a late push from the opposition. Despite a subpar team performance, Robert Lewandowski's standout efforts secured all three points for Barcelona.


77’ Goal! Barcelona 2-1 Alavés (Lewandowski):

Lewandowski scored a crucial penalty, giving Barcelona the lead. His performance played a pivotal role in securing the home team's advantage.



76’ Penalty to Barcelona:

Abdel Abqar fouled Ferran Torres in the box, leading to a clear penalty. Lewandowski successfully converted, putting Barcelona ahead.


53’ Goal! Barcelona 1-1 Alavés (Lewandowski):

Lewandowski equalized with a beautiful header, capitalizing on Jules Kounde's well-placed cross. A moment of life in an otherwise lackluster performance.


Halftime: Barcelona 0-1 Alavés:

Barça struggled after conceding within the first 20 seconds. The team faced a challenging half, and despite the poor performance, there's still another 45 minutes to endure.


1’ Goal, Barcelona 0-1 Alavés (Samu):

Alavés took an early lead with a counter-attack, as Samu found the net from Javi López's left-sided cross just 20 seconds into the game.


Kickoff: Barcelona 0-0 Alavés:

The match began at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium.


Welcome to the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium:

Barcelona faced Deportivo Alavés in a La Liga encounter, aiming to recover from a recent European loss. Alavés, in good form, posed a challenge. The match promised excitement, with both teams seeking crucial points.


Lineups:

**Barcelona**

- Starting XI: Ter Stegen; Araujo, Kounde, Iñigo, Cancelo; Pedri, Gündogan, Fermín; Yamal, Lewandowski, Félix (4-3-3)

- Substitutes: Peña (GK), Astralaga (GK), Christensen, Alonso, Balde, Romeu, Casadó, Raphinha, Ferran


**Alavés**

- Starting XI: Sivera; Gorosabel, Abqar, Marín, Duarte; Guevara, Blanco; López, Guridi, Rioja; Omorodion (4-2-3-1)

- Substitutes: Owono (GK), Montero (GK), Parada, Tenaglia, Maras, Mendes, Hagi, Sola, Karrikaburu, García, Alkain, Rebbach


Match Info:

- Competition/Round: 2023-24 La Liga, Matchday 13

- Date/Time: Sunday, November 12, 2023, 4.15pm CET/WAT (Barcelona & Nigeria), 3.15pm GMT (UK), 10.15am ET, 7.15am PT (USA), 8.45pm IST (India)

- Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Montjuïc, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

- Referee: Mateo Busquets Ferrer

- VAR: Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias


How to Watch:

- On TV: ESPN Deportes (USA), TSN 5 (Canada), Viaplay Sports 2 (UK), SuperSport (Nigeria), Sports18 (India), Movistar LaLiga (Spain), others

- Online: ESPN+ (USA), LaLigaTV (UK), Movistar+ (Spain), others


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