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FC Barcelona staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Slavia Prague 4-2 at Fortuna Arena on Matchday 7 of the UEFA Champions League league phase, keeping their hopes of direct qualification for the round of 16 alive.
The win lifts Hansi Flick’s side to ninth place in the expanded 36-team standings with 13 points—just outside the top-eight cutoff for automatic progression. With one matchday remaining against Copenhagen at home on 28 January, Barcelona control their destiny: a victory could secure a direct last-16 berth and avoid the playoff round.
Match Summary: From Early Shock to Second-Half Dominance
Slavia Prague, competing in the Champions League group stage for the first time, stunned Barcelona early when Vasil Kusej scored in the 10th minute. Barcelona responded through Fermín López, who netted twice before half-time—first finishing clinically from a Frenkie de Jong pass (34’), then unleashing a powerful strike from outside the box (42’).
Slavia levelled at 2-2 just before the break via an own goal from Robert Lewandowski. But Barcelona dominated the second half: Dani Olmo restored the lead with a curling strike in the 63rd minute, and Lewandowski redeemed himself with a header in the 70th minute to seal the win.
Key Performances and Tactical Notes
Fermín López was the standout performer, taking his season tally to 10 goals and 10 assists in 24 appearances. Social media buzzed with praise for the 20-year-old, noting his involvement in seven goals across six Champions League matches.
However, the victory was clouded by an injury to Pedri, who was forced off around the hour mark—a major concern ahead of the decisive Copenhagen clash.
Context and Implications
The result extends Barcelona’s strong away record in Europe and provides momentum for Flick’s squad. Slavia Prague, despite defeat, earned plaudits for their spirited display in their historic campaign.
With the league phase nearing its conclusion, Barcelona’s fate hinges on their final fixture. A top-eight finish would mean direct entry to the round of 16, while ninth place would send them into a high-stakes playoff.
