In a dramatic turn of events, Alaves’ early lead slipped through their fingers as Barcelona orchestrated a remarkable comeback, securing a 2-1 win in La Liga.
Scoring within 17 seconds, Alaves set the tone, with Samu missing multiple chances that would later haunt them.
Barcelona, led by Xavi’s strategic moves, responded with determination, finding the equalizer just 8 minutes into the second half.
The Blaugrana dominated the later stages, pressuring Alaves and creating opportunities.
Their persistence paid off when Lewandowski converted a penalty, completing the comeback and securing Barcelona’s second consecutive La Liga triumph.
This victory positions Barcelona in third place, just two points behind Real Madrid, setting the stage for an exciting clash with Rayo Vallecano on November 25.
Meanwhile, Alaves, now 14th in the standings, will face Granada in their upcoming fixture on November 24.
The match showcased the unpredictable nature of football, where early advantages can quickly transform into hard-fought victories