Barcelona clinches 1-0 win over Mallorca to close up to Real Madrid

Barcelona secured a last-minute 1-0 victory in La Liga at home against Mallorca, who are Copa del Rey finalists.

Despite facing a crucial UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg against Napoli midweek, La Blaugrana struggled to gain momentum in Catalonia.

In the wake of a draw away at Athletic Club the previous weekend, Xavi Hernandez made changes to his starting lineup for the Napoli clash.

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Both teams had limited chances in the early stages, with Ilkay Gundogan missing a first-half penalty before halftime. Following the break, Barcelona’s frustration continued as Lamine Yamal’s shot struck the crossbar.

However, just when it seemed Barcelona might face a second consecutive league match without scoring, Lamine Yamal delivered a moment of brilliance by curling home the winning goal.

The three points closed the gap to the leader Real Madrid to just five points, but Los Blancos have a game in hand against Celta on Saturday.