In a thrilling LaLiga clash, Barcelona secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Deportivo Alavés, elevating themselves to third place in the league standings.
Barça, buoyed by a recent win against Osasuna, faced a formidable challenge against Luis García's Alavés. The match commenced with both teams evenly matched, but Barcelona gradually asserted control as the first half progressed. The breakthrough came in the 22nd minute when Robert Lewandowski skillfully converted a pass from Gündoğan, putting Barcelona in the lead.
The hosts, undeterred, sought an equalizer before halftime, but Barça's goalkeeper Iñaki Peña made crucial saves, denying Jon Guridi and Samu Omorodion. The visitors continued their momentum into the second half, extending their lead with another goal from Gündoğan, who capitalized on a brilliant delivery from Pedri.
Alavés responded swiftly, as Omorodion headed home after excellent work from Alex Sola, narrowing the margin. The contest remained intense, and Barcelona reinforced their lead with a goal from substitute Vitor Roque. However, Roque's joy was short-lived as he received two yellow cards in quick succession, leaving Barcelona with ten men.
Despite the numerical advantage, Alavés struggled to break through Barcelona's resilient defense. The visitors held firm, securing their 11th unbeaten away match in the league this season. Barcelona's victory solidified their position in the top four, while Alavés will aim to rebound against Villarreal in the upcoming weekend after their three-match winning streak came to an end.
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