La Liga: Robert Lewandowski strike earns Barcelona seventh straight league win to continue perfect start versus Getafe - Eurosport

A goal from Robert Lewandowski in the first half secured Barcelona's flawless beginning to the La Liga season, leading to a 1-0 win over Getafe.

Hansi Flick's youthful team came close to regretting their missed opportunities, especially when, with the final play of the game, Getafe substitute Borja Mayoral shot off target.

Polish striker Lewandowski had a chance to extend his team's advantage before halftime, but was stopped by the opposing goalkeeper, David Soria.

Soria was present to deflect an impressive shot from the young talent Lamine Yamal over the crossbar during the second half.

Yamal nearly scored when he struck the crossbar, taking advantage of a fatigued Getafe defense. Barcelona's captain, Raphinha, also had opportunities to ensure victory. Nevertheless, Barcelona can relax knowing they are four points ahead at the top of La Liga.

Although Flick's young team dominated possession, they revealed vulnerabilities in their defense. They will travel to Osasuna this weekend, aiming to secure their eighth consecutive league victory.

At the same time, Getafe has only managed to gather four points from seven games, but they can find some hope in their solid defensive display.

Getafe will next be playing at home against Alaves and Osasuna, aiming to secure their first league victory of the 2024/25 season.

"Young Barcelona Team Grows Confident Amid Injuries"

Even though Barcelona boasts a flawless record in La Liga with seven victories from seven games, they are hiding numerous injury issues.

Hansi Flick is missing eight players from his team due to injuries, which includes his top goalkeeper, Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

Among those absent are Andreas Christensen, Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, and Dani Olmo. Despite this, the 36-year-old striker Lewandowski has found the net for the seventh time in as many games, helping the young Barcelona team continue their winning streak in La Liga.

Match MVP: Lamine Yamal

The 17-year-old striker was a lively presence, constantly pressuring the Getafe defenders throughout the night.

Yamal nearly netted a second goal for his team, but his shot was deflected over the bar by goalkeeper David Soria. The young player continued to generate opportunities for his team right up until the final whistle and proved difficult for Getafe's solid defense to manage.

Barcelona Player Ratings: Pena - 6, Balde - 8, Casado - 7, Cubarsi - 6, Garcia - 7, Kounde - 7, Lewandowski - 8, Martinez - 7, Raphinha - 7, Torre - 7, Yamal - 8. Substitutes: Fort - 6, Martin - 6, Torres - 6, Pedri - 6.

Getafe: Soria 8, Alderete 7, Alena 7, Berrocal 7, Djene 6, Iglesias 7, Milla 6, Perez 8, Santiago 6, Sola 6, Uche 6. Substitutes: Arambarri 7, Keita 6, Mayoral 6, Rico 6, Yildirim 6. Let me know if you'd like more help!

8' - PEREZ'S HEADER BLOCKED: Getafe gets the first opportunity of the match. Soler engages in a tussle with Yamal but is deemed to have been fairly pushed off by his opponent. He sends a cross into the box, which Perez heads towards goal, prompting Pena to make a solid save.

19' - GOAL! BARCELONA 1 (LEWANDOWSKI) GETAFE 0: Kounde makes a great run down the flank and reaches the edge of the penalty area. Goalkeeper Soria attempts to grab the ball but ends up fumbling it, giving Lewandowski an easy chance to find the back of the net.

33' - SORIA MAKES A SAVE: Lewandowski is onside this time as he gets the ball in the box and shoots low towards goal. However, Getafe's goalkeeper Soria responds well, blocking the shot with his legs.

59' - YAMAL'S ATTEMPT TURNED AWAY: Getafe doesn't manage to pressure Yamal as he approaches the penalty area. Seizing the moment, the striker takes a shot, but goalkeeper Soria deflects it away from the upper corner.

71' SORIA PULLS OFF A GREAT SAVE AND YAMAL HITS THE CROSSBAR: A curved free-kick from Raphinha manages to slip past the wall, but Soria leaps to make a spectacular save. After the corner kick that follows, the ball reaches Yamal, whose shot just grazes the top of the crossbar.

82' - RAPHINHA MISSES CLEAR HEADER: Raphinha connects with an excellent cross from Kounde, and he only needs to aim his header towards the goal. Unfortunately, the Barcelona captain ends up sending it off target.

90+5' HUGE OPPORTUNITY FOR GETAFE AT THE END: With only moments left, a cross into the penalty area locates Mayoral all alone, but he can only push his attempt off target.