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Barca drop points against Granada after controversial offside decision 

Teenager Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to score in La Liga history as Barcelona came back from two goals down to secure a point against Granada.

Teenager Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to score in La Liga history as Barcelona came back from two goals down to secure a point against Granada.

In a thrilling match, 16-year-old sensation Yamal played a pivotal role in Barcelona’s impressive comeback. At the young age of 16 years and 87 days, he kickstarted the team’s resurgence on the pitch.

Early Setback for Barcelona

Barcelona had a rocky start as they fell behind just 17 seconds into the match. Bryan Zaragoza’s first-half brace put Granada in a commanding position, leaving the visitors with a challenging task ahead.

Yamal’s Crucial Goal

However, Barcelona’s fortunes changed when Yamal found the back of the net in first-half added time. His goal injected new life into the team and offered a glimmer of hope for a potential comeback.

Sergi Roberto Seals Victory

The turning point came when Sergi Roberto managed to break through Granada’s defense, scoring a crucial goal with just five minutes remaining. This goal proved to be the equalizer, ultimately ending Granada’s resistance.

Barcelona’s Standing in the League

Despite the dramatic comeback, Barcelona secured a draw, earning one point. 

This result leaves them in the third position in the league standings, trailing leaders Real Madrid by three points and second-placed Girona by just one point as they head into the international break.

Late Drama and Disallowed Goal

In the closing moments of the match, Felix appeared to have secured a dramatic late winner for Barcelona, but the goal was disallowed due to a marginal offside call against Ferran Torres.

In summary, Yamal’s standout performance at the age of 16 played a vital role in Barcelona’s comeback from an early deficit. 

While they secured a draw, Barcelona remains a strong contender in the league as they chase the top spot. The match featured late drama, with a disallowed goal adding to the excitement.

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