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Late Penalty Takes Barca Third, Girona Move Second

By IANS News September 04, 2023 • 11:18 AM View: 468

Although Robin Le Normand: A late penalty from Robert Lewandowski secured a 2-1 victory for FC Barcelona against Osasuna in La Liga.

Lewandowski netted the winning goal after a minimal contact from Osasuna defender Alejandro Catana, who received a red card following a VAR review, reports Xinhua.

Barcelona initially led just before halftime with a header from Jules Kounde after a corner kick, although Osasuna claimed he had fouled a defender in the process. Osasuna's Chimy Avila, a second-half substitute, leveled the score with a brilliant curling shot in the 76th minute. However, Lewandowski's subsequent penalty ensured Barcelona's ascent to third place in La Liga.