Sat Nov 30 16:26:53 UTC 2024: ## Barcelona Stunned by Las Palmas in La Liga Upset
**Barcelona, Spain** – Barcelona suffered a shock 2-1 defeat at home to relegation-battling Las Palmas on Saturday, handing a significant boost to title rivals Real Madrid. The result leaves Barcelona with just one point from their last three La Liga matches, allowing Real Madrid to close the gap to four points, albeit with two games in hand.
Las Palmas, despite their league position, proved a formidable opponent, exploiting Barcelona’s high defensive line early on. While they initially missed several chances, they eventually took the lead through Sandro Ramirez’s counter-attack goal.
Barcelona, lacking their usual cutting edge, struggled to convert promising opportunities. Raphinha, their most potent attacker, hit the bar late in the first half. After manager Hansi Flick made five substitutions, including one for injury, Pedri assisted Raphinha for the equalizer. However, Las Palmas’ Fabio Silva snatched the winner following a brilliant through ball from Javi Munoz.
Despite late pressure, including efforts from Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski, Barcelona couldn’t find an equalizer, with former Barcelona goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen proving impenetrable. The loss leaves Barcelona’s title hopes hanging in the balance and will undoubtedly lead to strong criticism from manager Flick.
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