In just three minutes after coming off the bench, Pedri scored twice to help Barcelona defeat Rayo 3-0 at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. Despite having lost their previous five league games against their opponents, the Blaugrana seized the lead after just three minutes of play. Yamal cut in from the right and sent Lewandowski a great cross, which the striker took off a touch off his chest and blasted past Dimitrievski. CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
The visitors should’ve levelled after half-time. However, Palazon’s shot from the left side of the box was saved by Ter Stegen before his rebound was blocked.
Barcelona scored again soon after. Joao Felix tricked his way down the right side of the area and had his shot saved, but it came out to Pedri, who took a nice touch before seeing his strike deflect off a defender before going into the net off the bar.
He then completed his brace, getting on the end of Araujo’s direct pass to score. Barcelona only edged the chances, registering an xG of 1.35 to Rayo’s 1.22, but their second-place finish in LaLiga is confirmed.
Next, they travel to Sevilla, with Rayo hosting Athletic Bilbao.
After the completion of the match, Barcelona’s Midfielder, Pedro was named the man of the match after his impressive performance against Rayo Vallecano.
The Spain international played for 28 minutes, registered 78% pass accuracy, created 2 chances, had two shots at goal and scored a brace to help the Catalan outfit finish the match on a positive note.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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