Girona Stuns Barcelona in Catalan Derby, Costing Visitors Top Spot in La Liga
Summary
Girona defeated Barcelona 2-1 in the Catalan derby at Estadio Montilivi, ending Barcelona's chance to return to the top of La Liga. Girona's Fran Beltrán scored the winning goal, and Barcelona now trails Real Madrid by 2 points.
Key Points
- Girona stunned Barcelona with a 2-1 victory in the Catalan derby, thanks to Fran Beltrán's late goal.
- Barcelona defender Jules Koundé's alleged foul during Girona's winning goal was checked by VAR and allowed.
- Girona's Joel Roca was sent off with a red card late in the match.
- Barcelona, now two points behind Real Madrid, suffered a second consecutive loss after a Copa del Rey semi-final defeat.
