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Lewandowski, Torres, and Yamal Lead Barcelona’s Sensational Comeback

Roland Bayode by Roland Bayode
March 18, 2025
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Lewandowski, Torres, and Yamal Lead Barcelona’s Sensational Comeback
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Barcelona produced an incredible comeback to defeat Atletico Madrid 4-2 in a top-of-the-table La Liga clash. The hosts had taken a 2-0 lead, but goals from Robert Lewandowski, Ferran Torres, and Lamine Yamal sealed a stunning victory for Hansi Flick’s side.

The match got off to a lively start, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal went

close to opening the scoring in the fifth minute with a left-footed shot that grazed the outside of Jan Oblak’s post. The

visitors continued to dominate possession, but Atletico’s defense held firm.

Just before halftime, Atletico struck against the run of play. A long kick out by Oblak was headed on, and Giuliano

Simeone crossed for Julian Alvarez to smash past Wojciech Szczęsny. The hosts doubled their lead in the 70th

minute, with Alexander Sorloth knocking home a square ball from Antoine Griezmann.

However, Barcelona refused to give up. Lewandowski smashed a low shot past Oblak in the 72nd minute to give the

Catalans hope. Five minutes later, Ferran Torres flicked a neat header past Oblak to level the scores. The game

seemed to be heading for a draw, but Yamal had other plans.

Deep into stoppage time, Yamal scored a sensational goal to put Barcelona ahead. The teenager’s strike sparked wild

celebrations among the Barcelona players and fans. To rub salt into Atletico’s wounds, Ferran Torres grabbed another

goal in the dying seconds of the match, sealing a thrilling 4-2 victory for Barcelona.

You may also like: Inter Milan Extends Serie A Lead with Convincing Win over Atalanta

The win takes Barcelona back to the top of the La Liga table, heading into the international break. Hansi Flick’s side

has shown incredible resilience and fighting spirit, coming from behind to win against a tough Atletico Madrid side.

Lewandowski’s goal was his latest strike in an impressive season, while Ferran Torres’s brace highlighted his growing

importance to the team. Yamal’s sensational winner capped off an incredible performance from the teenager, who is

fast becoming a fan favorite.

Atletico Madrid will be disappointed with the defeat, but they can take heart from their dominant performance in the

first half. Diego Simeone’s side will look to bounce back from this setback when they return to action after the international break.

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Roland Bayode

Roland Bayode

Roland Bayode is a Nigerian journalist with expertise in investigative reporting and editorial leadership. A graduate of Mass Communication, he served as Editor-in-Chief of Echo Media at Adekunle Ajasin University and was the top intern at Premium Times Center for Investigative Journalism (PTCIJ) at Owena Press, The Hope Newspaper in Akure. Roland has contributed to News Round the Clock, PTCIJ Google-YIAGA LightRay Media, Apex Sport (U.S.), and served as Associate Editor for Nigeria Grassroot News under AFYMP.

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