European football: Barcelona leave it late to win seven-goal Celta thriller
Briefly

Barcelona staged an incredible comeback against Celta Vigo, recovering from a 3-1 deficit to win 4-3, with Raphinha scoring a stoppage-time penalty. The match saw an early lead by Ferran Torres followed by a quick equalizer from Borja Iglesias, who later completed his hat-trick. Barcelona fought back with goals from Dani Olmo and Raphinha to level the score before Raphinha’s decisive late penalty. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich’s dominant 4-0 victory over Heidenheim positions them strongly for another Bundesliga title.
Barcelona exhibited remarkable resilience against Celta Vigo, overcoming a 3-1 deficit to secure a thrilling 4-3 victory, with Raphinha's stoppage-time penalty sealing the game.
Celta Vigo's Borja Iglesias was sensational, scoring a hat-trick after equalizing early and later netting two more goals, showcasing his striking prowess.
The late penalty awarded to Barcelona after VAR review not only exemplified the technology's critical role but also allowed Raphinha to extend the lead in La Liga.
Bayern Munich's dominating performance against Heidenheim solidifies their position at the top of the Bundesliga, with a strong lead as they pursue yet another title.
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