FC Barcelona reinforced their position at the summit of La Liga with a comprehensive 4-1 victory over Girona in the Catalan derby held at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium. This result extends Barcelona's unbeaten run in 2025 to 20 matches and restores their three-point advantage over Real Madrid in the title race.
The match commenced with Barcelona asserting control, creating several early opportunities. The breakthrough occurred when Girona's defensive miscue led to an own goal, granting Barcelona the lead. Girona responded with resilience, equalizing through Arnaut Danjuma's strike. However, Barcelona regained dominance in the second half, with Robert Lewandowski netting twice, bringing his season tally to 25 goals and solidifying his position atop the league's scoring charts. Ferran Torres added a late goal to seal the emphatic win.
Manager Hansi Flick lauded the team's attacking prowess, noting that this match marked the 20th occasion Barcelona has scored four or more goals in all competitions this season. He emphasized the importance of maintaining focus in the remaining nine league fixtures, acknowledging the competitive nature of the title race.
Girona, despite the defeat, remains a formidable mid-table side, and their spirited performance, particularly in the first half, underscores the depth and competitiveness of La Liga this season.