Hansi Flick was forced to sub off Robert Lewandowski due to an injury in Barcelona's comeback win over Celta Vigo.
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- Lewandowski picked up an injury in win over Celta
- Gavi replaced the forward in the 78th minute
- Barcelona beat Celta Vigo 4-3
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WHAT HAPPENED?
Barcelona conceded three goals in the first hour of the match after taking an early lead through Ferran Torres' strike. The La Liga leaders, however, staged a brilliant comeback thanks to Raphinha's brace, including a last-gasp winner and Dani Olmo's goal, to beat Celta Vigo 4-3.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Despite the crucial win at home, the Catalan giants suffered a major injury blow as star forward Lewandowski was forced to leave the pitch in the 78th minute, as Gavi replaced him. The veteran forward went down on the ground clutching his left hamstring before stepping off the pitch.
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DID YOU KNOW?
The three points against Celta Vigo helped the Blaugrana extend their lead over arch-rivals Real Madrid to seven points at the top of the table. However, Lewandowski's injury will be a matter of concern for the club ahead of their crucial Copa del Rey final against Los Blancos next week.
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WHAT NEXT FOR BARCELONA?
Hansi Flick's side will next face Mallorca in La Liga on Tuesday before locking horns against Madrid in the Copa del Rey final on April 26.
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