Barcelona’s defeat opens the door for Real Madrid in the title race.
The match started with a setback for Barcelona when Alejandro Balde had to leave the field on a stretcher after a serious collision. This incident occurred midway through the first half and left the team in a difficult position.
Before halftime, Barcelona had a great opportunity to score. Raphinha made a strong effort but hit the crossbar, missing a chance to put his team ahead. The first half ended without any goals, leaving both teams eager to find the net in the second half.
The second half began with a surprise as Sandro, a former Barcelona player, scored for Las Palmas. His goal came just four minutes after the break, giving Las Palmas a 1-0 lead. This was a tough moment for Barcelona, who were hoping to celebrate their anniversary with a win.
Barcelona quickly responded to the setback. Raphinha found the net with a well-placed shot from the edge of the box, leveling the score at 1-1. The fans were hopeful that this goal would spark a comeback for the home team.
However, the joy was short-lived. Just a few minutes later, Fábio Silva scored for Las Palmas, putting them back in the lead. He received a pass from Kirian Rodríguez and managed to get the ball past the goalkeeper, Iñaki Peña.
In the closing moments of the match, Barcelona tried to equalize again. Raphinha took a free kick that seemed promising, but former Barça goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen made a crucial save, keeping Las Palmas ahead.
This defeat means that Real Madrid now has a chance to close the gap in the title race. They can move within one point of Barcelona if they win their upcoming match against Getafe. The pressure is on for both teams as the season continues.
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