With a hat trick from the Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, who had not started since the defeat in Seville on October 5, and another goal from Lamine Yamal, Barcelona cut short Celta's winning streak (2-4) saw them head into the international break just three points behind Real Madrid, after the league leaders could only manage a draw in their visit to Vallecas. Hansi Flick's initial plan was disrupted during the warm-up with Casado's absence. It was the only setback on a rainy night illuminated by a brilliant, thrilling, high-tempo first half, with numerous chances for both teams. Balaidos witnessed a delightful football spectacle. In the first half, Barcelona stuck to their plan of taking risks with their defense positioned close to midfield. Celta dismantled this approach with quick passes and runs off the ball. The tactical battle was brilliant. But the peace was disrupted by the VAR room, which sent Javier Alberola to review a handball by Marcos Alonso that deflected a shot from Fermin. Few had noticed. Referee review, penalty, and Lewandowski's goal. That goal foreshadowed the onslaught. Everything happened at breakneck speed. Rashford found himself one-on-one with Radu, who denied him. Immediately afterward, Celta Vigo tore apart Barcelona's defense: Carreira played a one-two with Borja Iglesias, covered forty meters, and fired a shot across goal that was unstoppable for Szczesny. Hansi Flick's high defensive line was once again exposed. Barcelona, ??who generated almost all their danger through Rashford's runs past Mingueza, pressed forward. They threatened with a triple chance, which stemmed from a defensive error by Marcos Alonso: a shot from Fermin that Moriba saved, a shot from Rashford that hit the post, and a shot from Lewandowski that Radu stopped. The pressure continued with a volley from Fermin. And he sealed it with a Rashford cross that Lewandowski, appearing between center-backs Starfelt and Marcos Alonso, finished off from close range. Celta reacted quickly to each of their opponent's attacks. It only took five minutes for the equalizer.He had a clear idea. With the movements of Borja Iglesias and the wingers, he tore apart Barcelona's high defensive line. When Balde freed up his area to press, Ferran Jutgla appeared in that space, pursued by Cubarsi. Borja Iglesias followed the play. He waited on the edge of the area for Jutgla's pass. The ball reached him, and he unleashed a fantastic shot. Celta punished Barcelona's defensive lapses. Rashford constantly tormented Mingueza. He was a nightmare for the Celta defender, who received little support from Manu Fernandez. The Englishman won the final duel a few minutes before halftime. He beat Mingueza, crossed, and Lamine Yamal, who had barely been involved, capped off a beautiful first half with a goal. Claudio Giraldez reinforced his right flank with Javi Rodriguez to try to close the gap created by Rashford. He substituted Mingueza. But everything was different during the second half. The pace slowed. Barcelona took control of the ball. They dominated Celta Vigo through possession. They were unchallenged. Szczesny wasn't threatened once. Nothing troubled Hansi Flick, who made his first substitution in the 85th minute. Barcelona's superiority was evident from a corner. It showcased their two game-changers: a cross from Rashford, a powerful, textbook header from Lewandowski. It was the Polish striker's third goal. Hansi Flick's team didn't need much more. They were in complete control. Celta Vigo were stifled, ineffective in attack, and at times erratic in defense, such as Fermin's interception of Marcos Alonso in the final minutes, a ball that ended with Lamine Yamal hitting the post to seal the victory. *With information from EFE.

Barcelona's superiority was evident from a corner kick. It showcased their two game-changing players: a cross from Rashford, a powerful, textbook header from Lewandowski. It was the Polish striker's third goal. Hansi Flick's team didn't need much more. They were in complete control. Celta Vigo were stifled, ineffective in attack, and at times erratic in defense, such as Fermin's interception of Marcos Alonso in the final minutes, a ball that ended with Lamine Yamal hitting the post to seal the victory.