Barcelona, May 04, 2024, The Europe Today: In a thrilling turn of events, Real Madrid secured their record-extending 36th LaLiga title on Saturday, propelled by Girona’s remarkable comeback to defeat Barcelona 4-2. The outcome effectively sealed Carlo Ancelotti’s side’s unassailable lead in the standings, marking a historic moment for the club.
Real Madrid, with only one league defeat this season, triumphed earlier in the day against Cadiz, fortifying their position atop the table. With a commanding 13-point lead over second-placed Girona, and Barcelona dropping to third with four matches remaining, Real Madrid now basks in the glory of their LaLiga dominance.
With the LaLiga title secured, Real Madrid now shifts focus to the prospect of a LaLiga-Champions League double. Their upcoming clash against Bayern Munich in the semi-final return leg awaits on Wednesday, following a 2-2 draw in the first leg in Germany.
Amidst the jubilation, Girona emerged as unexpected heroes, clinching a spot in Europe for the first time with their victory over Barcelona. The win propels them into next season’s Champions League, marking a significant milestone for the club.
Girona’s triumph was fueled by substitute Portu, whose brace contributed significantly to their victory over their Catalan rivals for the second time this season. Portu’s impact was pivotal, with his stunning performance securing a memorable win for Girona.
The match witnessed a flurry of action, with Andreas Christiansen opening the scoring for Barcelona in the third minute, swiftly countered by LaLiga top-scorer Artem Dovbyk’s equalizer for Girona. Robert Lewandowski restored Barcelona’s lead from the penalty spot, but Girona’s resilience shone through as they mounted a spirited comeback.
Portu’s heroics began in the 65th minute with the equalizing goal, followed by Miguel Gutierrez’s decisive strike just moments later. A spectacular volley from Portu in the 74th minute sealed Girona’s victory, leaving Barcelona stunned and Girona’s fans in ecstasy.
As Real Madrid celebrates their LaLiga triumph and Girona revels in their historic achievement, the stage is set for an exhilarating conclusion to the season, with both clubs poised for further success on the European stage.
