Recently, Barcelona lost a crucial match in the La Liga tournament. The defeat was quite shocking for the fans of the team who expected them to win. The team lost to Granada FC, a relatively smaller club in Spanish football.
Granada FC – The Underdogs
Granada FC is a small club from the Andalusia region of Spain. They have been playing in the top tier of Spanish football since 2019 and have managed to create a name for themselves. They are known for their strong defensive tactics and have managed to defeat some of the biggest clubs in Spain like Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid in recent years.
The Match
The match between Barcelona and Granada FC was played on April 29, 2021. The game took place at Estadio Nuevo Los Carmenes, which is Granada’s home turf. Barcelona dominated the game with around 75% possession, but they failed to convert their chances into goals.
The First Half
In the first half, Barcelona started off strong but failed to score any goals despite having many opportunities. Granada’s defense was solid throughout the first half, and they managed to hold off Barcelona’s attacks.
The Second Half
In the second half, Granada took an unexpected lead when Darwin Machis scored a goal in the 63rd minute. This came as a shock to Barcelona fans who expected their team to score first. Despite increasing their attacking efforts after conceding, Barcelona failed to equalize.
Final Score
The final score of the match was 2-1 in favor of Granada FC. Jorge Molina scored another goal for Granada in added time while Lionel Messi managed to score a consolation goal for Barcelona just before full time.
- Lionel Messi scored the only goal for Barcelona.
- Darwin Machis and Jorge Molina scored for Granada.
Conclusion
Barcelona’s loss to Granada FC was unexpected, and it came as a shock to their fans. The team dominated the game but failed to convert their chances into goals.
On the other hand, Granada’s strong defensive tactics paid off, and they managed to score two goals against one of the biggest clubs in Spain. This result has made the La Liga tournament even more interesting, with many fans eagerly waiting to see what happens next.