Lamine Yamal's stunning goal against Espanyol helped Barcelona to the Spanish league title as Hansi Flick's debut season ends with a domestic double.
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Yamal scored in 53rd minuteFermin doubled lead in stoppage timeBarcelona lift their 27th La Liga titleFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Yamal netted a sublime opening goal and later assisted the second in stoppage time, ensuring that the Catalan giants sealed the championship in emphatic style — and on the home ground of their fiercest local foes.
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The crucial breakthrough arrived in the 53rd minute thanks to an exquisite passage of play. Dani Olmo, showcasing his vision and timing, threaded a precise pass through the Espanyol backline. The ball met Yamal in stride, who didn’t hesitate before unleashing a sublime curling effort with his left foot. The shot soared into the top corner, far beyond the goalkeeper’s reach — a goal worthy of deciding any title race.
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When Hansi Flick took over the reins at Camp Nou from Xavi last summer, few could have predicted such a rapid turnaround. But in just one season, he has revitalised Barcelona, blending youth and experience to create a formidable side that plays with flair and intensity. Their La Liga success adds to an already successful campaign in which Barcelona also lifted the Copa del Rey, defeating arch-rivals Real Madrid in a fiery and emotional final just a few weeks ago.