Amid a tense atmosphere following a pre-match incident, Lamine Yamal once again stole the spotlight in the Catalan derby against Espanyol, scoring a stunning goal that could prove decisive in Barcelona’s quest for the 2024/25 LaLiga title.

A Gem in the 53rd Minute

The goal came in the 53rd minute, after a brilliant assist from Dani Olmo, who delivered a perfectly timed through ball into the box. Yamal, with his magical left foot, curled the shot into the top corner—unstoppable for the home keeper and worthy of a highlight reel.

With this strike, the 17-year-old winger now has seven goals in LaLiga, continuing a breakout campaign in which he’s become a crucial figure under Hansi Flick.

Match Shadowed by Off-Field Incident

The game began under uneasy circumstances after a vehicle incident outside the RCDE Stadium, where a car drove into a crowd of people, prompting a temporary delay and increased security presence. Authorities confirmed there were no serious injuries.

As the match progresses, Barcelona holds a narrow lead, a result that, if it stands, would bring them within touching distance of the LaLiga crown. And if they do lift the trophy, Yamal’s wonder strike may be remembered as the goal that sealed it.