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Barcelona Dominates Real Sociedad in 4-0 La Liga Thriller
FC Barcelona reclaimed the top spot in La Liga with a resounding 4-0 victory over Real Sociedad on Sunday. The match, played at the Estadi Olimpic, saw a dominant display from the Catalan giants, fueled by a red card to Real Sociedad's Aritz Elustondo in the 17th minute. This victory puts Barcelona one point ahead of Atletico Madrid and three points clear of Real Madrid.
Araujo's Joyful Return and Squad Depth
Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo, returning from injury, celebrated his first La Liga goal of the season, adding to his recent Champions League strike against Atalanta. Araujo highlighted the team's impressive squad depth, praising manager Hansi Flick's ability to rotate players effectively while maintaining performance levels. "To win the title we need enough players, not just eleven or twelve, but a good bench," he stated. "Everyone who comes in with confidence, comes in happy and knows they can contribute to the team."
A Dominant Display from Barcelona
The match was a showcase of Barcelona's attacking prowess. Gerard Martin scored his first professional goal, followed by a strike from Dani Olmo. Araujo's header and a late goal from Robert Lewandowski sealed the victory, securing Lewandowski's 11th goal of 2025. While Real Sociedad showed early intent, the red card significantly shifted the match's momentum in Barcelona's favor. The comfortable win leaves Barcelona well-positioned heading into their crucial Champions League clash with Benfica.
Player Performances and Standout Moments
Several young players shone. Lamine Yamal's skillful run created the opportunity for Martin's goal, while Marc Casado also netted his first goal for the first team. Dani Olmo delivered a standout performance with an assist and a goal. The Barcelona defense, featuring Araujo and Pau Cubarsí, was largely untroubled. Despite Lewandowski's goal, his performance was considered relatively quiet by some commentators, although his goal tally continues to impress.
Looking Ahead
Barcelona’s victory is a significant boost as they prepare for their upcoming Champions League match. Real Sociedad, meanwhile, will focus on their Europa League fixture. This commanding win solidified Barcelona's position at the top of La Liga, showcasing their strength and depth in what promises to be a thrilling title race. The victory was dedicated by fans to "Sofia," a loyal Barcelona supporter whose unwavering support during a Real Sociedad celebration went viral.
