Dani Olmo Brace and Yamal Magic Power Barcelona to Comeback Victory Over Alavés

Kathmandu : In a thrilling display of resilience and attacking flair, FC Barcelona overcame a shock opening-minute deficit to defeat Deportivo Alavés 3-1 at the Camp Nou yesterday.

The headlines belong to Dani Olmo, whose decisive brace—including a stoppage-time sealer—ensured the Catalan giants took all three points in a match that saw the hosts dominate statistically but fight hard on the pitch.

A Shock to the System

The match began in stunning fashion, silencing the home crowd almost immediately after the referee’s whistle. Deportivo Alavés, looking to upset the odds, struck with lightning speed. In just the 1st minute, P. Ibáñez capitalized on a defensive lapse to fire the visitors into a surprise 1-0 lead.

It was the worst possible start for Barcelona, but the early setback seemed to serve only as a wake-up call for the Blaugrana attack.

The Young Stars Respond

Refusing to panic, Barcelona began to move the ball with urgency. Their response was swift and lethal. In the 8th minute, teenage sensation Lamine Yamal took matters into his own hands. Finding space in the attacking third, Yamal slotted home the equalizer, restoring parity and instantly shifting the momentum back to the home side.

With the score at 1-1, Barcelona settled into their rhythm, controlling possession and pinning Alavés back. The pressure paid off midway through the first half. In the 26th minute, Dani Olmo announced his presence in the game. The midfielder found the back of the net to complete the turnaround, putting Barcelona up 2-1.

Statistical Dominance

Following Olmo’s first goal, the match settled into a battle of attrition. Barcelona controlled the tempo, ending the match with 15 total shots compared to Alavés’ 7. The hosts were also more precise, registering 6 shots on target against the visitor’s 3.

Despite Barcelona’s dominance, Alavés remained dangerous on the counter-attack, keeping the scoreline at a precarious 2-1 for the majority of the second half. The tension inside the stadium was palpable as the visitors pushed for a late equalizer.

Stoppage Time Drama

As the clock ticked into added time, Alavés threw bodies forward in a desperate attempt to salvage a point. However, this left them exposed at the back.

In the 93rd minute (90+3′), Dani Olmo capped off a “Man of the Match” performance. Capitalizing on the open space, he struck his second goal of the night, securing his brace and putting the result beyond doubt. The final whistle blew moments later, confirming a hard-fought 3-1 victory for Barcelona.

Match Summary

• Final Score: Barcelona 3 – 1 Alavés

• Venue: Camp Nou

• Goals (Barcelona): L. Yamal (8′), D. Olmo (26′, 90+3′)

• Goals (Alavés): P. Ibáñez (1′)

The win keeps Barcelona’s momentum alive, showcasing their ability to recover from adversity and the growing importance of Dani Olmo to their attacking setup.