Lewandowski penalty gives Barcelona narrow win at Osasuna

Pamplona, Spain, Sep 3 (EFE).- Robert Lewandowski scored a late penalty as Barcelona took all three points from their visit to Pamplona in an even match in which Osasuna was the better team in the second half.

The FC Barcelona players celebrate their victory at the end of the the La Liga match against Osasuna in Pamplona, Spain, Sep 3 2023. EFE/ Jesus Diges

The Polish striker converted from 12 yards in the 84th minute.

Referee Ortiz Arias (R) shows the red card to Catena (L) during the La Liga match against Osasuna in Pamplona, Spain, Sep 3 2023. EFE/ Inaki Porto

The visitors’ possession stifled Osasuna during the first half until Jules Kounde scored the game’s opener in stoppage time.

Jules Koundé, French defender of FC Barcelona, celebrates his goal during the La Liga match against Osasuna in Pamplona, Spain, Sep 3 2023. EFE/ Inaki Porto

Osasuna improved considerably after the break, taking the lead with constant dangerous plays that troubled Xavi’s team.

Osasuna, Chimy Ávila, (2R) celebrates the first goal during the La Liga match against Barcelona in Pamplona, Spain, Sep 3 2023. EFE/ Jesus Diges

Chimy Ávila equalized with a spectacular left-footed shot from the edge of the area.

Everything seemed to be going well until Lewandowski scored the winner.

Alejandro Catena, initially given a yellow, was off with a straight red card after a VAR review. EFE

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