Barcelona inches closer to La Liga title with Robert Lewandowski and Alejandro Balde’s standout performances against Espanyol (WATCH)

In a thrilling La Liga derby clash, Barcelona has made a strong start against Espanyol, putting them on the brink of securing their first league title since 2019.

The match kicked off with intense tackles from both sides, and Barcelona’s young talent Pedri had an early chance to break the deadlock but couldn’t convert. However, it didn’t take long for Barcelona to take the lead and assert their dominance.

In the 13th minute, Alejandro Balde showcased his exceptional skills as he embarked on a brilliant run down the flank before delivering a pinpoint cross into the box. The prolific Robert Lewandowski was there to meet it, coolly slotting the ball home to claim his 20th league goal of the season in his debut campaign in Spain.

Barcelona’s momentum continued as Balde made his mark on the scoresheet, scoring his first-ever goal for Barcelona. He rose above the Espanyol defense to connect with Pedri’s precise cross, extending Barcelona’s lead and firmly placing them in control of the match.

Meanwhile, Espanyol finds themselves in a precarious position, still stuck inside the relegation zone with a four-point gap to safety. If they fail to mount a response in this crucial encounter, their chances of avoiding relegation will be in jeopardy.

As the game progresses, all eyes will be on Barcelona as they edge closer to securing the coveted La Liga title, while Espanyol faces an uphill battle to salvage their season and climb out of the relegation zone.