Yamal returns from injury and scores a beautiful goal.
Barcelona defeated Athletic Bilbao 2-0 last Wednesday, 8th, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in a semifinal match of the Spanish Super Cup. The goals were scored by Gavi and Lamine Yamal. The Catalans will now await the winner of the match between Real Madrid and Mallorca to determine their opponent in the final. Access premium football results at live sports score.
Hansi Flick’s team played a controlled game and won without any trouble. Playing at the King Abdullah International Stadium, the Catalans took the lead in the 16th minute with Gavi and recorded seven shots compared to zero from their opponent. However, Athletic Bilbao started to find their rhythm and threatened Barcelona towards the end of the first half.
In the second half, Barcelona was again superior and doubled their lead in the 51st minute with a beautiful goal from Lamine Yamal. The youngster received the ball with his back to the defense, turned, and shot past Unai Simón. This was his first game since suffering a severe ankle sprain on December 15th. With the advantage secured, the Catalans controlled the game to ensure their qualification.
With the result, Barcelona now awaits the winner of the match between Real Madrid and Mallorca in the semifinal and prepares for the final, which will take place next Saturday, 11th, also in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Get a step ahead with BBscore football.
