Barcelona vs Celta Vigo: Stunning 4-3 Comeback Win in LaLiga 2025

Updated: April 20, 2025 | By: Goalkick234 Team

FC Barcelona staged one of the most dramatic comebacks of the 2024/2025 LaLiga season on Saturday night, defeating Celta Vigo 4-3 at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. The Catalans were down 3-1 until the 64th minute but turned the game on its head with three quick goals, capped off by a Raphinha penalty in stoppage time.

Match Summary: A Tale of Two Halves

The match opened with high intensity. Ferran Torres scored early for Barcelona, giving fans hope of an easy night. However, Borja Iglesias turned the tide, scoring a hat-trick to give Celta Vigo a commanding 3-1 lead. Barcelona’s response was immediate, with Dani Olmo and Raphinha spearheading the fightback. In a chaotic and thrilling finale, VAR awarded a penalty after a foul on Olmo, allowing Raphinha to coolly slot home the winning goal.

Goal Timeline

10’ – Ferran Torres (Barcelona) 1-0
25’, 39’, 61’ – Borja Iglesias (Celta Vigo) 1-3
64’ – Dani Olmo (Barcelona) 2-3
67’ – Raphinha (Barcelona) 3-3
90+3’ – Raphinha (Barcelona) 4-3 (penalty)

Player Ratings

Marc-André ter Stegen: 6 – Shaky at times, but key save late on.
Raphinha: 9 – Two crucial goals, man of the match performance.
Dani Olmo: 8 – Drove the comeback with energy and vision.
Lamine Yamal: 7 – Continues to impress at just 17.
Borja Iglesias (Celta): 9 – Hat-trick hero despite loss.

Tactical Analysis

Barcelona began in a 4-3-3 with Frenkie de Jong as the pivot. The first half saw high pressing but poor defensive transitions. After going down 3-1, Flick shifted to a more aggressive 3-4-3, allowing overlapping full-backs to stretch the play. Celta couldn’t adapt to the overloads, and Olmo found pockets of space behind the midfield. This tactical switch was the key to the comeback.

Injury Worry: Lewandowski Substituted

Robert Lewandowski was substituted in the 30th minute with what appeared to be a thigh injury. Early reports suggest he may miss the next two fixtures, including the Copa del Rey final. His absence could have major implications as Barcelona head into the business end of the season.

Coach Flick’s Comments

    “I’m proud of the fight and spirit the boys showed. Coming back from two goals down shows real character. But we need to address our defensive weaknesses,” said Hansi Flick.
  

Implications for the LaLiga Title Race

This win moves Barcelona to 73 points, seven clear of Real Madrid with only five matches remaining. The momentum is firmly with the Catalan giants as they chase their 28th league title. Real Madrid must now respond quickly to stay in contention.

Upcoming Fixtures

Barcelona vs Real Madrid – Copa del Rey Final
Inter Milan vs Barcelona – UEFA Champions League Semi-Final
Barcelona vs Valencia – LaLiga

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