Barcelona vs Celta Vigo Ends in Epic 4-3 Comeback Victory. Barcelona pulled off one of the most thrilling comebacks of the 2024–25 La Liga season, defeating Celta Vigo 4-3 in Matchday 32 at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on April 19, 2025. After falling behind 3-1 due to a stunning hat-trick by Borja Iglesias, Barça responded with a spirited second-half surge, culminating in a 98th-minute penalty from Raphinha.
Match Highlights: From Shock to Supremacy
- Ferran Torres gave Barcelona a 1-0 lead in the 12th minute, finishing cleanly inside the box.
- Borja Iglesias equalized just three minutes later and went on to complete his hat-trick with goals in the 52nd and 62nd minutes.
- Trailing 1-3, Barcelona found inspiration from the bench:
- Dani Olmo struck in the 64th minute.
- Raphinha equalized with a sublime finish in the 68th minute.
- In added time (90+8′), Raphinha calmly slotted a penalty to seal the match after Dani Olmo was fouled in the box.
Match Summary: Barcelona vs Celta Vigo
- Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona
- Final Score: Barcelona 4 – 3 Celta Vigo
- Goalscorers:
- Barcelona: Ferran Torres (12’), Dani Olmo (64’), Raphinha (68’, 90+8’ pen)
- Celta Vigo: Borja Iglesias (15’, 52’, 62’)
Match Stats at a Glance
- Possession: Barcelona 72% – 28% Celta Vigo
- Shots on Target: Barcelona 6 – 8 Celta Vigo
- Corners: Barcelona 4 – 1 Celta Vigo
- Total Shots: Barcelona 18 – 11
- Fouls: Barcelona 9 – 10
Barcelona’s dominance in possession proved vital in wearing down Celta’s resistance despite a shaky defensive outing.
Borja Iglesias Steals the Show – Briefly
Although on the losing side, Borja Iglesias delivered a masterclass with a hat-trick that nearly silenced the Montjuïc faithful. His finishing, movement, and link-up play troubled Barcelona’s backline throughout the evening.
- Hat-Trick: 15′, 52′, 62′
- Shots on Target: 4
- Touches in Opposition Box: 7
- Dribbles Completed: 3
His performance keeps Celta’s survival hopes alive despite the defeat.
Late Penalty Drama Sparks Controversy
The match-winning moment arrived via a VAR-reviewed penalty after Dani Olmo was brought down while charging into the box. While Celta’s players protested, replays showed contact just inside the area. Raphinha made no mistake, scoring under intense pressure.
- Referee: Alejandro Hernández
- VAR Check: Confirmed penalty in added time
- Reaction: Mixed among fans, but upheld
What This Means for La Liga Title Race
- Barcelona remain 1st in La Liga with 78 points
- Real Madrid, in second, trail by 7 points with a game in hand
- Celta Vigo stay in 15th place with 31 points — 3 above the relegation zone
With only 6 matchdays left, the title is Barcelona’s to lose — but tight fixtures against Sevilla, Betis, and Atletico Madrid await.
Coach and Player Reactions
- Hansi Flick (Barcelona manager): “The team showed heart. At 3-1 down, we had to fight for the badge. Tonight, we did.”
- Raphinha: “I was nervous, yes. But I knew I had to finish it. This is Barça — we never stop.”
- Rafael Benítez (Celta manager): “We deserved more. When you score three at Camp Nou — you should not lose.”
Barcelona’s Comeback Sends Title Statement
Barcelona’s 4-3 win over Celta Vigo will go down as one of the most exhilarating matches of the 2025 La Liga season. With momentum, squad depth, and fighting spirit on their side, the Catalans have now positioned themselves as clear favorites to lift the trophy. But if tonight proved anything, it’s that no lead is ever safe in football — especially not against this Barcelona side.
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