Barcelona 1-0 Alaves: Hosts Moving Four Points Behind Leaders Real Madrid

Barcelona moved four points behind La Liga leaders Real Madrid when Robert Lewandowski’s goal was enough to pass Alaves.

Pedri played a floated cross into Raphinha’s path, and his shot was deflected against Lewandowski, who responded fastest to finish at the nearest post of the hour mark.

Moments earlier, Jesus Owono made a sensational diving to refuse Lamine Yamal that had been beaten from the edge of the area.

Yamal crossed for Fermin Lopez at the back post, but the Spanish international failed to connect with the ball as the hosts were unable to increase their lead.

Barca is now unbeaten in 15 league matches against Alaves – 13 wins and two draws.

Hansi Flick’s side remains third in the table, three points behind the second placed Atletico Madrid.

Leaders Real suffered a shock 1-0 defeat away at Espanyol on Saturday, and Barca took the opportunity to close the gap at the top.