The opening 45 minutes between Celta Vigo and Barcelona at Balaidos has been very keenly contested, with neither side having overly stood out. The visitors have dominated possession, and they have now forced themselves into the lead just before half time.
It has been a half of few chances, but Robert Lewandowski has taken his seconds before the interval. He collected a pass from Lamine Yamal, and took a brilliant first touch before firing beyond Vicente Guaita for his 11th goal of the season in La Liga.
Lamine Yamal 🤝 Robert Lewandowski
Youth and experience combine for Barça's opening goal of the game 🔵🔴 pic.twitter.com/ynZURJgqqN
— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) February 17, 2024
THIS WAS THE LEWANDOWSKI WE BOUGHT🔥🔥🔥pic.twitter.com/jxK5I6fsrA
— 🕊️ (@R1FCB) February 17, 2024
WHAT A FINISH FROM ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI TO PUT BARÇA AHEAD OVER CELTA VIGO 🔥 pic.twitter.com/rsWZ64TBxc
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) February 17, 2024
Lewandowski has had a very poor season by his standards, although there has been positive signs over the last few weeks. That is his third goal in three matches, having also found the back of the net against Alaves and Granada.
Barcelona will be delighted to have scored right on half time, and they will hope to see the result out in the second period. Celta Vigo need a response if they are to push away from the relegation zone.
