Sun Nov 24 21:03:39 UTC 2024: ## Barcelona Thrown Off Course by Late Celta Vigo Fightback; Draw After Sending Off

**VIGO, SPAIN** – La Liga leaders Barcelona dropped two vital points in a dramatic 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo on Saturday. Despite a dominant first half performance fueled by Raphinha’s brilliance and a Robert Lewandowski goal, a late red card and a spirited Celta Vigo comeback stole victory from the Catalans.

Raphinha opened the scoring with a stunning finish after a long ball from Jules Kounde, showcasing his individual brilliance. Lewandowski extended Barcelona’s lead in the second half, capitalizing on another Raphinha assist. However, the game took a dramatic turn after Marc Casado’s dismissal for a second yellow card. Celta Vigo immediately capitalized, scoring twice in quick succession through Alfonso Gonzalez and Hugo Alvarez. Gonzalez’s goal came after dispossessing Kounde, while Alvarez’s strike sealed a deserved point for the home side in a thrilling finish at Balaídos. Despite a strong showing overall and a number of missed opportunities, Barcelona’s defensive lapses in the final minutes proved costly.

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