Barcelona bounced back in style to defeat Real Oviedo 3-1 in a LaLiga clash that tested their character at the Carlos Tartiere. After falling behind in the first half, the Catalans turned things around in the second half with strong performances and key goals.
Oviedo Shock Barça First
Early in the match, Real Oviedo shocked everyone when Alberto Reina scored from long range in the 33rd minute. A mistake by Barcelona’s goalkeeper Joan García opened up the chance. Oviedo rode that momentum into halftime, defending well and frustrating Barça despite enjoying less possession.
Barça Fight Back in Second Half
Right after the break, Barcelona found its footing. In the 56th minute, Eric García tapped in a rebound to level the score. From that point, Barça increased its pressure. They pushed forward, used width, and forced Oviedo into half-chances. Then, in the 70th minute, Robert Lewandowski headed home a brilliant cross from Frenkie de Jong to give Barça the lead.
Late Sealer from Araujo
Oviedo tried to respond, pushing forward and creating scares. However, Barcelona stayed focused and held strong defensively. In the 88th minute, Ronald Araújo rose above defenders on a corner and headed the third goal. That finish sealed the win and showed the strength of Barça’s set pieces.
What This Means for Both Teams
For Barcelona, this win maintains their unbeaten run in LaLiga and keeps them close to the top spot. They showed resilience, ability to respond under pressure, and good depth, especially off the bench. For Real Oviedo, the loss hurts, but they proved dangerous and nearly held on. They’ll need to tighten up mistakes if they hope to stay up this season.
Key Players and Tactical Takeaways
Lewandowski once again showed why he remains Barça’s go-to scorer in tight moments. De Jong’s assist for Lewandowski stood out, as did Eric García’s calmness to equalize and Araujo’s strength in the air. Manager Hansi Flick made adjustments at halftime that helped Barça shift momentum. Oviedo’s tactics in the first half worked well, but fatigue and pressure in the second exposed gaps.
Conclusion
Barcelona’s 3-1 comeback against Real Oviedo proved that talent, patience, and tactical wisdom often win out. After a shaky start, the Catalans elevated their play and punished their opponent’s errors. Oviedo showed fight, but Barça’s quality in key moments made the difference. This match underlines how, in football, it’s not just who scores first, it’s who finishes best.
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