In La Liga matchday 14, Barcelona triumphed over Alavés with a score of 3-1, thanks in large part to a dazzling double from Dani Olmo. The Blaugranas showcased their striking power, with Olmo finding the back of the net twice, scoring his first goal during the 25th minute and the second shortly after halftime in the 47th minute. The game began with Alavés taking an early lead via a goal from Pablo Ibáñez in the opening seconds of the first half.
The hosts didn’t just stop there; Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal made his presence felt by scoring the first goal of the match in the 7th minute. Yamal was arguably the standout player, featuring a goal, 61 accurate passes, recovering 2 balls, and launching 6 attempts on goal. He nearly added to his tally just before halftime when he struck the woodwork with a powerful shot in the 43rd minute.
Raphinha also played a crucial role with 32 successful passes and three shots on goal, further contributing to Barcelona’s attacking efforts. Manager Hans Flick opted for a 4-5-1 formation, fielding Joan García in goal, with a defensive line of Eric García, Pau Cubarsi, Gerard Martín, and Alejandro Balde, while the midfield included Marc Casadó, Marc Bernal, Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, and Raphinha, spearheaded by Robert Lewandowski up front.
On the other side, Alavés, directed by Eduardo Coudet, lined up in a similar 4-5-1 formation with Antonio Sivera guarding the net, supported by defenders Jonny Otto, Nahuel Tenaglia, Jon Pacheco, and Victor Parada. Their midfield consisted of Calebe Goncalves, Denis Suárez, Antonio Blanco, Pablo Ibáñez, and Abde Rebbach, with Lucas Boyé leading the attack.
This encounter was officiated by referee Miguel Ortiz Arias at Camp Nou. Looking ahead, Barcelona will travel to face Betis in the next round, while Alavés will host Real Sociedad.
Following this victory, Barcelona now stands atop the La Liga table with 34 points, while Alavés remains in 14th place with a total of 15 points.
Substitutions for Barcelona
45’ 2T – Eric García out for Jules Koundé; Marc Bernal out for Marcus Rashford
59’ 2T – Robert Lewandowski out for Ferran Torres; Raphinha out for Pedri
83’ 2T – Pau Cubarsi out for Andreas Christensen
Yellow Cards for Barcelona
36’ 1T – Marc Bernal (Unsporting conduct); 46’ 2T – Joan García (Delaying the game)
Substitutions for Alavés
57’ 2T – Calebe Goncalves out for Carlos Vicente
58’ 2T – Abde Rebbach out for Carles Aleñá
66’ 2T – Pablo Ibáñez out for Jon Guridi; Denis Suárez out for Ander Guevara
79’ 2T – Victor Parada out for Toni Martínez
Yellow Cards for Alavés
32’ 1T – Abde Rebbach (Unsporting conduct); 7’ 2T – Calebe Goncalves (Holding an opponent to prevent a breakthrough); 35’ 2T – Antonio Blanco (Unsporting conduct)