Barcelona vs Deportivo Alaves: LaLiga Match Report

Barcelona secured a hard-earned 3-1 victory over Deportivo Alaves, moving up to third in LaLiga and extending their unbeaten league record on the road to 11 matches (W6, D5). llkay Gundogan’s goal and assist played a crucial role in the win, facing a stern test against Luis Garcia’s in-form Alaves.

Tough Battle in Vitoria-Gasteiz

Fresh from a morale-boosting victory against Osasuna, Xavi’s side faced a closely contested clash against Alaves in Vitoria-Gasteiz. The opening stages saw both teams fighting for control, with neither side able to dominate proceedings.

Barca’s Pressure Pays Off

As the first half progressed, Barcelona improved, and their pressure resulted in a 22nd-minute goal. Robert Lewandowski received a clever pass from llkay Gundogan and executed a sublime finish over Antonio Sivera. Despite Alaves’ pursuit of a response, Barca extended their lead with Gundogan finishing emphatically from a superb Pedri delivery.

The contest remained end-to-end, with Alaves halving the lead through Samu Omorodion’s header. Barcelona, however, re-established their two-goal advantage with substitute Vitor Roque’s low finish into the far corner.

Despite going a man down in the closing stages, Barcelona held firm against Alaves’ attempts, securing their position in the top four. Alaves will aim to bounce back against Villarreal after their three-match winning run came to an end.