Madrid (TIP)- Barcelona have taken a big step towards the La Liga title, but the momentum of their win over Celta Vigo has been overshadowed by a major injury blow to Lamine Yamal.
The 18-year-old was the difference on the night, winning and scoring a first-half penalty after a sharp run into the box forced a foul. It was a moment of individual quality in an otherwise tight game. But the story changed immediately after. Moments after converting the spot kick, Yamal signalled to the bench and went down holding his left hamstring before being taken off.
Barcelona have now confirmed the extent of the problem. Tests revealed a hamstring injury in his left leg, which will rule him out for the rest of the domestic season. The club has opted for a conservative recovery plan, with the focus now on ensuring he returns in time for the World Cup with Spain national football team.
For Barcelona, this comes at a crucial point. The win moved them nine points clear of Real Madrid with six games remaining, putting them firmly in control of the title race. However, Yamal has been one of their most important attacking players this season, and his absence will be felt, especially with a Clasico still to come.
The performance itself reflected some of that reliance. Barcelona controlled phases of the match but lacked sharpness in attack beyond Yamal’s moment. A second goal never came, and they had to manage the game carefully in the closing stages.
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