Barcelona have twice been pegged back by bottom side Almeria in their La Liga clash at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. They will hope it won’t happen for a third time, as they have now gone 3-2 in front.
Raphinha struck the opener for Barcelona, whose lead was wiped out 10 minutes later by Leo Baptistao. Despite Sergi Roberto making it 2-1 in the second half, a massive mix-up between Inaki Pena and Ronald Araujo allowed Almeria to equalise again, making it 2-2.
Fortunately for the hosts, they have now gone 3-2 ahead, and the goal has come from Roberto again – the club captain doubling his tally for the match and the season following excellent play in the build-up from Robert Lewandowski.
Sergi Roberto gets a second and what an important goal that is! 🔥
Barca are back in front 🔵🔴 pic.twitter.com/rDA9m9UfVC
— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) December 20, 2023
⚽️ Que Sergi Roberto tenga más gol que nuestra delantera me lo tienen que explicar.
— Som I Serem FCB (@Somhiseremfcb) December 20, 2023
Now leading for the third time this evening, Barcelona will hope that they can hold on this time, as they look to bring their three-match winless run to an end, albeit not in convincing circumstances.
