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Barcelona recorded a very important 2: 1 victory at home against La Liga leaders Real Sociedad in a draw on Matchday 19. All three points for Ronald Koeman’s team were provided by Frankie de Jong at the end of the first half.
In the 27th minute, the guests from San Sebastian opened in their first situation against Marc-Andre ter Stegen. After a corner, the ball was not cleared well and Porto advanced to the penalty area. He headed to the far post, where Willian José had overtaken Griezmann and opened close – 0: 1. The Catalans responded almost immediately. Messi crossed to the far post, Griezmann looked for a penalty for Pedry, but the ball was exposed by Jordi Alba, who with his weaker right foot sent it magnificently to the far upper corner for 1: 1.
In 37 the high press of Barcelona paid off. Griezmann caught the ball and went out alone against the goalkeeper. The French striker faked it and from a small angle had a bad chance to hit the crossbar. A minute later, the hosts created a wonderful attack, as Pedry led Braithwaite alone against the goalkeeper. The Danish striker wasted an excellent opportunity by shooting too high. In 42, Barcelona took a complete turn. The ball was centered down the left for Frankie de Jong, who scored from 5-6 meters after a pass from Alba.
In the second half, Griezmann made two mistakes and was then taken off the field. The Society played solidly and sought a draw, but Barça kept the lead.
