Barcelona took the lead through Raphinha in the 65th minute, and Lewandowski added a second goal with 10 minutes remaining after serving a three-match league suspension. With a 2-1 victory over Real Betis on Wednesday, goals from Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski allowed Barcelona to extend its lead over second-place Real Betis to eight points. The Catalans put pressure on Real Madrid, who are in second position and play Valencia on Thursday, after eking out a close victory in a tight match at the Benito Villamarin.
Raphinha seized the chance to establish himself as French winger Ousmane Dembele would be sidelined for the upcoming few weeks due to injury. Since joining from Leeds United last summer, the Brazilian's playing time has been constrained by Dembele's outstanding play. Barcelona took the lead through Raphinha in the 65th minute, and Lewandowski added a second goal with 10 minutes remaining after serving a three-match league suspension.