Barcelona vs Girona: Lewandowski's Brace Leads 4-1 Victory

FC Barcelona continued their incredible form in 2025 with a commanding 4-1 victory over Girona on Sunday, March 30. The win not only extended their unbeaten streak to 20 matches this year but also solidified their position at the top of La Liga, three points clear of Real Madrid. The match, held at Montjuic Stadium, saw Robert Lewandowski steal the spotlight with two brilliant goals in the second half.

A Dominant Display by Barcelona

Barcelona entered the game as clear favorites, and they wasted no time asserting their dominance. From the opening whistle, Hansi Flick's side controlled possession and created numerous chances. Girona’s goalkeeper, Paulo Gazzaniga, was kept busy early on, making several crucial saves to keep his team in the game. However, Barcelona’s relentless pressure eventually paid off just before halftime when a free kick from Lamine Yamal deflected off Girona defender Ladislav Krejci for an own goal, giving Barcelona a 1-0 lead.

Girona’s Brief Comeback

Despite trailing, Girona showed resilience in the second half and managed to equalize through Dutch forward Arnaut Danjuma. His curling shot past Wojciech Szczesny stunned the home crowd and briefly gave Girona hope of pulling off an upset. However, Barcelona quickly regrouped and responded with a flurry of goals.

Lewandowski’s Magic

Robert Lewandowski once again proved why he is one of the best strikers in the world. The Polish forward restored Barcelona’s lead with an acrobatic finish after Fermin Lopez delivered a pinpoint cross into the box. Later, in the 77th minute, Lewandowski struck again during a counter-attack, curling a low shot past Gazzaniga to make it 3-1. These two goals brought his tally to 25 for the season, keeping him ahead of Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé in the race for La Liga’s Golden Boot.

After the match, Lewandowski addressed his critics who often mention his age:

“I know people talk about my age, but I feel as strong as I did when I was 21. I’m happy to keep contributing to my team.”

Ferran Torres Seals the Win

Barcelona wasn’t done yet. Substitute Ferran Torres added a fourth goal late in the game with a stunning strike into the bottom corner. Lamine Yamal almost made it five with a curling shot that hit the crossbar, but by then, Barcelona had already secured a comprehensive victory.

Unstoppable in 2025

This victory marked Barcelona’s sixth consecutive win across all competitions and their 11th win in their last 12 matches. Under Hansi Flick’s leadership, the team has been nearly invincible this year, showcasing a blend of attacking flair and defensive solidity. Their last defeat came back in December against Atletico Madrid.

With 66 points from 29 matches, Barcelona remains firmly in control of their destiny as they chase another La Liga title. Meanwhile, Girona sits in 13th place and will need to regroup quickly after this heavy defeat.

What’s Next for Barcelona?

As the season enters its final stretch, Barcelona will look to maintain their momentum in La Liga while also competing in other tournaments like the Champions League and Copa del Rey. With players like Lewandowski firing on all cylinders and youngsters like Lamine Yamal stepping up, they are well-positioned to challenge for multiple trophies.

In summary, Barcelona’s emphatic win over Girona not only extended their unbeaten streak but also reinforced their status as one of Europe’s most formidable teams this season. Fans will be eagerly watching to see if they can continue this remarkable run and secure more silverware by season's end.

With inputs from agencies

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