Real Valladolid vs Barcelona: Blaugrana Secure a 2-1 Victory in La Liga
FC Barcelona battled to a 2-1 victory against Real Valladolid in their recent La Liga match, showcasing resilience after conceding an early goal. The game, held at José Zorrilla, saw Barcelona's Raphinha and Fermín López find the net to overturn the deficit and secure three crucial points.
Here's a detailed look at the match events, lineups, and key statistics:
Match Summary
- Final Score: Real Valladolid 1-2 Barcelona
- Venue: José Zorrilla
- Competition: La Liga (Matchday 34)
- Date: May 3, 2025
Lineups
Real Valladolid
- Starting XI: André Ferreira, Eray Cömert, Cenk Özkacar, Antonio Candela, Adam Aznou, Anuar (Amath Ndiaye), Selim Amallah (Chuki), Stanko Juric (Mario Martín), Raúl Moro, Iván Sánchez (Florian Grillitsch), Mamadou Sylla (Juan Latasa)
- Subs: Darwin Machis, Tamás Nikitscher, Iago Parente, Marcos André, Karl Hein, David Torres, Luis Pérez
- Manager: Álvaro Rubio
Barcelona
- Starting XI: Marc-André ter Stegen, Andreas Christensen, Ronald Araújo, Gerard Martín, Hector Fort, Fermín López, Gavi (Eric García), Pedri (Frenkie de Jong), Pau Víctor (Dani Olmo), Ansu Fati (Raphinha), Daniel Rodríguez (Lamine Yamal)
- Subs: Iñaki Peña, Wojciech Szczesny, Iñigo Martínez, Noah Darvich, Ferran Torres, Landry Farré, Pau Cubarsí
- Manager: Hansi Flick
Key Match Events
- 6' - Goal! Iván Sánchez (Real Valladolid) scores with a left-footed shot, assisted by Raúl Moro. Watch the highlight
- 8' - Yellow Card: Mamadou Sylla (Real Valladolid)
- 37' - Yellow Card: Anuar Tuhami (Real Valladolid)
- 38' - Substitution: Lamine Yamal replaces Dani Rodríguez (Barcelona) due to injury.
- 45' - Substitutions: Frenkie de Jong replaces Pedri, Raphinha replaces Ansu Fati (Barcelona).
- 54' - Goal! Raphinha (Barcelona) scores with a right-footed shot, assisted by Gerard Martín. Watch the highlight
- 60' - Goal! Fermín López (Barcelona) scores with a left-footed shot, assisted by Gerard Martín. Watch the highlight
- 62' - Substitution: Dani Olmo replaces Pau Víctor (Barcelona).
- 64' - Substitutions: Amath Ndiaye replaces Anuar Tuhami, Juanmi Latasa replaces Mamadou Sylla (Real Valladolid).
- 66' - Yellow Card: Andreas Christensen (Barcelona)
- 72' - Substitutions: Florian Grillitsch replaces Iván Sánchez, Chuki replaces Selim Amallah (Real Valladolid).
- 79' - Substitution: Eric García replaces Gavi (Barcelona) due to injury.
- 83' - Yellow Card: Ronald Araújo (Barcelona)
- 85' - Substitution: Mario Martín replaces Stanko Juric (Real Valladolid).
- 90' - Yellow Card: Mario Martín (Real Valladolid)
Barcelona demonstrated their comeback capabilities, with Raphinha's equalizer shifting the momentum. Fermín López's goal sealed the victory, highlighting Barcelona's depth and tactical flexibility.
Match Statistics
The match statistics reflect Barcelona's dominance in possession and attacking intent:
| Stat | Barcelona | Valladolid |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 81% | 19% |
| Shots (on target) | 24 | 5 |
| Corners | 8 | 4 |
| Fouls | 15 | 12 |
| Yellow cards | 2 | 3 |
| Red cards | 0 | 0 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 2.06 | 0.59 |
| Big chances (missed) | 3 (2) | 2 (2) |
| Accurate passes | 636 (90%) | 97 (62%) |
| Offsides | 1 | 3 |
Man of the Match
Gerard Martín was officially named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance in defense and his crucial assist. Fans also had the opportunity to vote for their MOTM.
Post-Match Quotes
Key quotes from the manager and players after the match:
Match Analysis
Barcelona's victory underscores their ability to grind out results even when facing adversity. The substitutions at halftime proved pivotal, injecting fresh energy and tactical adjustments that ultimately turned the game in their favor. Raphinha's impact off the bench was immediate, and Fermín López continued to impress with his goal-scoring prowess.
Despite Valladolid's relegation status, they put up a spirited fight, taking an early lead and maintaining a resilient defense for much of the match. However, Barcelona's quality and determination shone through, securing a valuable win in their La Liga campaign.
Gavi's Performance
Midfielder Pablo Gavi's performance against Valladolid was noteworthy, particularly his duel-winning capabilities. A video highlighting his contributions is available, showcasing his growing influence on the team: Watch Gavi vs Valladolid
Pablo Gavi vs Valladolid | Duel Winning Machine
This victory is crucial for Barcelona as they aim to maintain their position at the top of La Liga. The team's ability to overcome early setbacks and secure a win demonstrates their championship credentials and tactical adaptability under Hansi Flick.
For more insights, you can review the Post-Match Thread on Reddit.