Sun Sep 29 03:58:57 UTC 2024: ## FC Barcelona Suffer First La Liga Defeat of the Season in 4-2 Loss to Osasuna
**Pamplona, Spain** – FC Barcelona’s perfect start to the La Liga season came to an abrupt end on Saturday, as they suffered a surprising 4-2 defeat at the hands of Osasuna. Despite a dominant performance in the first seven matches, Barça was unable to overcome a two-goal deficit from a disappointing first half.
The Catalan giants were forced to field a makeshift lineup due to injuries, with youngsters Sergi Domínguez, Pau Víctor, and Gerard Martín all starting. However, the game took a turn for the worse in the 18th minute when Ante Budimir headed Osasuna into the lead. Just ten minutes later, Bryan Zaragoza doubled the lead with a skillful finish, leaving Barça reeling.
A more determined Barça emerged in the second half, aided by a blunder from Osasuna goalkeeper Sergio Herrera, who gifted Pau Víctor a goal to pull one back. The goal breathed life into Barça, and with the introductions of Raphinha and Lamine Yamal, the match appeared to be shifting in their favor.
However, Osasuna regained their two-goal cushion when Budimir converted a penalty after a foul by Domínguez. The game was all but sealed when Abel Bretones scored a stunning long-range goal to make it 4-1.
While a late goal from Yamal provided a glimmer of hope, it was too little too late. Despite their valiant efforts, Barça couldn’t mount a comeback.
The loss is a setback for Barça, but they will have the chance to bounce back in the Champions League on Tuesday against Young Boys.
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