Barcelona Secures Commanding 3-0 Victory Over Osasuna to Extend Lead in LaLiga Title Race

FC Barcelona delivered an impressive performance, defeating CA Osasuna 3-0 in a rescheduled LaLiga match initially postponed due to the passing of the club’s doctor, Carles Miñarro. This victory propels Barcelona to the top of the league standings with 63 points, establishing a three-point lead over arch-rivals Real Madrid.

The match, held at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium, saw Barcelona dominate from the outset. Ferran Torres opened the scoring in the 11th minute, converting a precise cross from Alejandro Balde. Dani Olmo doubled the lead in the 21st minute by successfully converting a penalty awarded after he was fouled inside the box. The victory was sealed in the 77th minute when Robert Lewandowski, coming off the bench, headed in a cross from Fermín López. ​

This win extends Barcelona’s unbeaten streak to 19 games across all competitions, reinforcing their position as the only undefeated team in Europe’s top-five leagues in 2025. Despite facing challenges such as injuries and players returning from international duties, manager Hansi Flick praised his team’s focus and resilience. However, the victory was marred by an injury to Dani Olmo, who sustained a leg muscle issue that is expected to sideline him for several weeks.

With ten games remaining in the season, Barcelona’s lead in LaLiga places them in a favorable position to contend for the title. Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid trail with 60 and 56 points, respectively, setting the stage for a highly competitive conclusion to the campaign.