Barcelona scrape narrow victory against Osasuna

Barcelona emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against Osasuna, securing a narrow 1-0 win at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. The victory came as a relief for the Blaugrana, who suffered consecutive defeats against Athletic Club and Villarreal, coupled with the announcement of Xavi‘s departure as coach at the end of the season.

Despite their recent struggles, Barcelona showed determination to reclaim their form. The match began with a lackluster performance from the Catalans, struggling to break down Osasuna’s well-organized defense. The first half ended goalless with few chances created by Barcelona.

The second half saw an improved Barcelona side, pushing harder to find the breakthrough. Their efforts paid off in the 62nd minute when Vitor Roque’s powerful header found the back of the net, giving Barcelona a crucial lead.

Osasuna fought back to salvage a point, but Barcelona’s defense remained resolute. A late surge from Osasuna saw Aitor Fernández’s header narrowly miss the target. Barcelona held on to secure the victory and bounce back from their recent setbacks.

With this win, Barcelona continues their dominance over Osasuna, securing their seventh consecutive victory against them. The result lifts Barcelona up the table, closing the gap on league leaders Girona.

As Barcelona looks to turn their season around, the news of Xavi’s departure adds further uncertainty to the club’s future. The focus now shifts to their upcoming fixtures, and the Blaugrana will be hoping to build on this victory as they strive for success in both domestic and European competitions.