The deal is practically in the bag for FC Barcelona. Traveling this Saturday on the Osasuna pitch, the Blaugrana managed to win thanks to goals from Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres (1-2, 34th day of La Liga). Real Madrid will try to maintain a semblance of suspense on Sunday against Espanyol Barcelona, but the title should not escape Hansi Flick and his troupe.
Barcelona’s domination was strong throughout the first half. 70% possession of the ball for visitors who also had twice as many shots on the clock as their hosts. But no more success, so much so that when it was time to return to rest for fifteen minutes for the break, the two teams were still in mutual respect (0-0).
At the hour mark, Hansi Flick decided to bring in several elements likely to provide a little more movement and offensive options. Options that will ultimately pay off. Marcus Rashford, who came in place of Roony Bardghji, became a decisive passer for Robert Lewandowski whose header hit the mark (0-1, 81st). Thirteenth goal of the season in La Liga for the Pole, his eighteenth in total this year.
FC Barcelona champion if Real Madrid does not win
Five minutes later, another Barça entrant, in this case Ferran Torres, doubled the lead for his team (0-2, 86th). The break was made, and despite the reduction in the gap signed by Raul Garcia for Osasuna (1-2, 88th), the victory was validated for the Barcelonans.
In the standings, and with four matches remaining, Barça is fourteen units ahead of its Madrid runner-up. Real Madrid has no choice this Sunday: they must win against Espanyol. Otherwise, the title of champion of Spain will go to FC Barcelona.
