Logroño United vs Barcelona was the matchday-five clash in Liga F as Barcelona Women traveled to Las Gaunas looking to continue their perfect start to the season. Barça entered the game as league leaders after winning their first four matches.
Logroño United vs Barcelona
Barcelona made several changes to their starting lineup for the Logroño United vs Barcelona match. Pere Romeu rotated his squad while keeping several experienced players available on the bench.
Gemma Font started in goal, with Marta Torrejón, Martina Fernández, Martina González and Lúa Arrufe in defense. Carolina Ferrera, Serrajordi and Sydney formed the midfield, while Graham, Kerolin and young forward Mayssa started in attack.
Logroño United started with Miralles, Comfort, Rebeca, Marta, Annele, Velazco, Falfán, Cata, Cris, Isina and Barquero.
Mayssa Gives Barcelona the Lead
Barcelona opened the scoring in the 17th minute through Mayssa. The 15-year-old forward headed Graham’s corner into the net at the near post to give Barça a 1-0 advantage.
Mayssa’s goal was one of the highlights of the opening half, with the young attacker taking advantage of the opportunity given to her by Pere Romeu.
Barcelona controlled much of the first half, although their passing was not always sharp. Logroño United defended with discipline and gradually increased the pressure as the half progressed.
Logroño United Threaten for an Equalizer
Logroño United began creating opportunities after falling behind. In the 28th minute, Barquero received a pass from Cris and tested Gemma Font with a cross-shot, but the Barcelona goalkeeper made the save.
The hosts also appealed for a penalty after Carolina González challenged Farfán inside the area. VAR reviewed the incident, but the referee decided not to award a penalty.
Barcelona continued to create chances of their own. Serrajordi came close with a shot over the crossbar after a move involving Graham and Kerolin, while Graham also produced another dangerous delivery into the area.
Barcelona Make Changes After Half-Time
Pere Romeu made two changes at the start of the second half, introducing Ewa Pajor and Patri Guijarro for Graham and Sydney.
Barcelona needed to improve their performance after the break, with Logroño United making it difficult for the visitors to play out from the back. The condition of the Las Gaunas pitch and the home side’s defensive pressure also affected Barça’s passing game.
Barcelona Team News
Barcelona went into the game without several players because of injuries. Laia Aleixandri, Van Asten, Kika and Vicky López were unavailable. Aïcha and Julià were also away with the Under-20 team at the Women’s World Cup.
There was positive news as Aitana Bonmatí returned, while Claudia Pina was available despite suffering a knock in Barcelona’s previous Champions League match.
Logroño United vs Barcelona Score
At the point covered by the live report, Barcelona led Logroño United 1-0, with Mayssa’s 17th-minute header separating the teams. Logroño continued to search for an equalizer while Barça looked to extend their advantage.
The Logroño United vs Barcelona clash provided another test for the Liga F leaders as Barcelona looked to maintain their winning start to the campaign.
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