In a thrilling La Liga match, Ilkay Gundogan played a pivotal role in Barcelona’s impressive 3-1 victory over Alaves. The game saw Robert Lewandowski and Samu Omorodion among the players who left a mark on the match.
The match commenced with a brilliant goal from Robert Lewandowski, who capitalized on a superb pass from Gundogan to put Barcelona in the lead. Gundogan then showcased his own skill by firing in a goal after the break, doubling the away side’s lead. Alaves fought back when Samu Omorodion scored a header, bringing the score to 2-1. Substitute Victor Roque sealed the deal with a goal off Hector Fort’s cross. However, his triumph was short-lived as he was shown a red card just nine minutes later, leaving Barcelona to finish the game with ten men.
Despite the setback, Barcelona celebrated their third consecutive victory in La Liga. With this win, they maintained their position at third place in the table, trailing leaders Real Madrid by seven points.
The line-ups for the game were as follows:
Alavés:
Formation 4-2-3-1
1 Sivera
14 Tenaglia
16 Marín
3 Duarte
27 López
8 Blanco
6 Guevara
7 Sola
18 Guridi
11 Rioja
32 Omorodion
Barcelona:
Formation 4-3-3
13 Peña Sotorres
23 Koundé
4 Araújo
33 Cubarsí
2 Cancelo
21 F de Jong
15 Christensen
22 Gündogan
27 Yamal
9 Lewandowski
8 Pedri
The game, refereed by Juan Martínez Munuera, drew an attendance of 19,480. Throughout the match, the possession was dominated by Barcelona at 64% compared to Alaves’ 36%. Barcelona managed a total of eight shots with five on target, while Alaves had 13 shots with two on target. The match also saw an impressive 14 corners from Alaves and five from Barcelona. In terms of fouls, Alaves committed 15 compared to Barcelona’s 10.
With an electrifying display of skill and passion, the game was a testament to the calibre of talent in La Liga. The valiant efforts of both teams made for an exciting match that showcased the best of Spanish football.
In conclusion, Barcelona’s victory against Alaves was a hard-fought one, with standout performances from players like Gundogan and Lewandowski. The dynamic gameplay and tactical prowess on display made for an enthralling match that will be remembered by fans and pundits alike.