Own Goal Seals Victory as Catalans Extend Unbeaten Run Despite Stubborn Leganés Resistance
Barcelona edged closer to the LaLiga title with a hard-fought 1-0 win over relegation-battling Leganés, extending their unbeaten streak to an impressive 24 games across all competitions. While the performance lacked the fireworks of their midweek Champions League thrashing of Borussia Dortmund, the three points moved them seven clear at the top—piling pressure on Real Madrid ahead of their clash with Alavés.
Leganés, sitting 19th and desperate for points, started brightly, refusing to be intimidated by their star-studded opponents. Former La Masia graduate Adrià Altimira came close to a dream opener, only to be denied by Wojciech Szczęsny, while Dani Raba’s dangerous runs kept Barça’s defense on alert.
The hosts gradually found their rhythm, with Jules Koundé and Raphinha testing Leganés keeper Marko Dmitrović before halftime. But the breakthrough came in cruel fashion for the visitors just after the break—Jorge Sáenz inadvertently turned Raphinha’s cross into his own net, handing Barça the lead.
Fermín López squandered a golden chance to double the advantage, while Robert Lewandowski narrowly missed his 100th Barcelona goal with a glancing header. Despite not hitting top gear, Hansi Flick’s side did enough to secure the win, though concerns remain after Alejandro Balde limped off injured before halftime.
For Leganés, the defeat extends their winless run to five games, leaving them two points from safety. Meanwhile, Barça’s relentless march continues—proving they can grind out results even when not at their dazzling best.
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