Real Madrid made history, clinching their 36th La Liga title in dramatic fashion on Saturday. Girona’s stunning 4-2 victory over Barcelona not only sealed the championship for Carlo Ancelotti’s side but also etched their dominance in the league record books.
Throughout the season, Real Madrid showcased their prowess, suffering just one defeat, which only bolstered their claim to the top spot. With an impressive 13-point lead over second-placed Girona, and Barcelona slipping to third, the title race was effectively over with four matches still to play.
But the significance of the match extended beyond Real Madrid’s triumph. Girona’s remarkable victory also secured them a historic berth in Europe, marking their debut appearance in the prestigious Champions League next season.
The game itself was a rollercoaster of emotions. Initially, Barcelona took the lead with an early strike from Andreas Christiansen in the third minute. However, Girona swiftly responded, with La Liga’s top scorer Artem Dovbyk heading in the equalizer just a minute later.
The momentum swung back in Barcelona’s favor when Robert Lewandowski converted a penalty just before halftime, putting the visitors ahead once again. However, Girona refused to relent. In the 65th minute, substitute Portu made an immediate impact, netting the equalizer. Two minutes later, Miguel Gutierrez capitalized on a rebound, propelling Girona into the lead.
Yet, the drama didn’t end there. Portu, with his second goal of the match, sealed the victory for Girona with a stunning volley in the 74th minute, igniting scenes of jubilation among the home crowd and sealing Real Madrid’s historic title win in unforgettable fashion.
