"Barcelona dominated from the outset, enjoying an eye-watering 80 percent possession and firing 24 shots compared with just three from Osasuna. However, the visitors' disciplined five-man defensive line, combined with several outstanding saves from goalkeeper Sergio Herrera, frustrated the home side for much of the match. The Catalans thought they had broken the deadlock in the 23rd minute when Ferran Torres nodded home a looping header from Marcus Rashford's cross after a short corner routine."
"Raphinha struck twice late in the second half as Barcelona secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory over a resolute Osasuna side on Saturday, extending their lead at the top of the La Liga standings to seven points. Hansi Flick's men now sit on 43 points, comfortably clear of second-placed Real Madrid, who have a game in hand and are set to play at Alaves on Sunday."
Barcelona dominated possession with around 80 percent and produced 24 shots to Osasuna's three, but Osasuna's disciplined five-man defensive line and goalkeeper Sergio Herrera's saves frustrated the hosts. A Ferran Torres header was initially thought to have opened the scoring but was ruled out by a lengthy VAR review for marginal offside. Lamine Yamal and Marcus Rashford created notable opportunities, while Pedri's incisive pass in the 70th minute set up Raphinha, who struck thunderously from the edge of the area. Raphinha added a second goal late to seal a 2-0 victory, leaving Barcelona on 43 points, seven clear of Real Madrid, who have a game in hand.
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