Aoba Tanaka 
Barcelona’s clash against Las Palmas unfolded with a lackluster performance, notably marked by the subdued presence of star striker Robert Lewandowski. The reigning La Liga champions faced a setback in the early stages when former players Sandro Ramirez and Munir El Haddadi combined to put Las Palmas in the lead within just 12 minutes.
The first half saw Barcelona struggling to find their rhythm, and Lewandowski, in particular, was barely involved in the action. The Polish striker’s typically impactful presence was notably absent, contributing to the team’s uninspired play. However, hope emerged in the second half when Ferran Torres netted the equalizer in the 55th minute.
Despite the lackluster showing, Barcelona managed a late comeback. The turning point came in stoppage time when Daley Sinkgraven’s reckless challenge on Ilkay Gundogan earned him a red card, conceding a penalty. Gundogan converted, securing a 2-1 victory for Barcelona. While the win is crucial for the Catalan club, Xavi faces the task of addressing Lewandowski’s subdued form and ensuring his resurgence in the upcoming La Liga challenges.
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