Real Valladolid was a machine at the Estadio José Zorrilla. They overcame FC Barcelona led by Xavi Hernández in the first half. They opened the scoring with an own goal by Christensen, and later increased their lead with a penalty converted by Cyle Larin. The Canadian player faced goalkeeper Ter Stegen and beat him with a right-footed shot. It was the 0-2 in favor of the 'Pucela' team, who is fighting to remain in the Spanish First Division.
With this goal, Larin became the first Canadian footballer to score against the Blaugrana team in an official competition in the 124-year history of Barza. This goal was crucial for Valladolid to earn three points and reach 38 points, three above the relegation zone.
Barcelona vs. Valladolid: What's Next
After the match at Estadio José Zorrilla (Valladolid), FC Barcelona will face Mallorca at the Spotify Camp Nou for matchday 37 of LaLiga Santander. The match will take place on Sunday, May 28th at 12:00 p.m. (Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia time). Despite already winning the tournament, Xavi's team seeks a victory at home before the end of the season.
One week later, on Sunday, June 4th, the Blaugrana team will visit Celta de Vigo for matchday 38 of LaLiga Santander. The match, which will be played at the Estadio de Abanca Balaídos (Vigo), is scheduled to start at 12:00 p.m. (Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia time). It will be Barcelona's last match of this campaign.
Valladolid, on the other hand, will visit Almería for matchday 37 of LaLiga Santander. The team led by Uruguayan Paulo Pezzolano is on the verge of the relegation zone and needs to win to stay in the First Division. It is worth noting that on the last matchday, they will host Getafe, who is also fighting to stay up. It will be a true final.
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