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Barselona almost drew the match but the penalty shootout was a huge opportunity for them as the match was 1-1 until the 84th minute. Barcelona won today's match and got total 10 points and on the other hand Girona is in 2nd position with 10 points and Real Madrid is in 1st position with 12 points. Barcelona will be in position to overtake Girona if they win their next match. And then Real Madrid will be their only rival
Lewandowski did make that chance, but without that? They'd be trying hard to get points. I don't think they're doing a good job in away games, and I think Xavi Hernandez needs to dig deep and fix the team's problems. Girona is the surprise part. They were at best average last season, but now they're right there with Barcelona. Of course, they could fall at any time, especially since the big names are always ready to take their places
I agree with you that Lewandowski was actually not that interesting in yesterday's match even though he gave him chance to win, but without yesterday penalty Lewandowski would not have been able to score a goal even though he tried and I call it luck for Lewandowski.
After Xavi return I think it will have a big influence on Barca performance but it seems true what you say that Xavi needs a lot of time to get inspired on the best strategy for the club he coach because Barca is currently only performing with players with currently no player which can be relied on even though Lewandowski can be used as a mainstay player but for me the results are not optimal.
I know this is a tough task for Barca and Xavi as a coach has to be responsible for making the club stronger every season and this season has been like very tough season for Xavi.