FC Barcelona Match Delayed Following Passing of Club Doctor; Celta, Alaves, Valencia Secure Wins
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Synopsis
FC Barcelona's scheduled La Liga match against Osasuna has been postponed following the passing of club doctor Carles Minarro. This decision prevents Barcelona from extending their lead at the top of the table. Meanwhile, Celta Vigo, Alaves, and Valencia secured victories in their respective matches.
Key Takeaways
- Barcelona's game against Osasuna postponed.
- Dr. Carles Minarro passed away before the match.
- La Liga issued a statement expressing condolences.
- Celta Vigo, Alaves, and Valencia won their games.
- Atletico Madrid could take the lead with a win on Sunday.
Madrid, March 9 (NationPress) FC Barcelona's La Liga fixture against Osasuna, originally set for Saturday evening, has been postponed due to the unfortunate passing of Carles Minarro, a member of the FC Barcelona medical team. Minarro passed away at the team's hotel on Saturday afternoon, prompting La Liga to delay the match involving the league leaders, as reported by Xinhua.
In a statement, La Liga expressed its sorrow over the loss of Dr. Carles Minarro and announced that the match between FC Barcelona and Osasuna, which was scheduled for today (Saturday), has been postponed.
Osasuna also extended their condolences to Barcelona, offering a strong embrace during this challenging time for all FC Barcelona staff.
This match postponement denies Barcelona the opportunity to extend their lead over Atletico Madrid to four points at the top of the table; Atletico could potentially claim the lead if they achieve victory away against Getafe on Sunday.
Elsewhere, Celta Vigo showed signs of eyeing a European spot for next season, coming back from behind to secure a 2-1 victory at home against Leganes.
Leganes took an early lead in the 18th minute thanks to excellent play from Juan Cruz, who assisted the unmarked Valentin Rosier for a goal from about eight meters out.
Celta leveled the score just eight minutes later when Alfon Gonzalez set up Oscar Mingueza for a side-footed finish. Gonzalez then put Celta ahead right before halftime with a well-placed shot after being played through on goal.
Deportivo Alaves secured three crucial points at home against Villarreal with a thrilling 1-0 victory, while Valencia triumphed over Valladolid with a score of 2-1.
On Sunday, Real Madrid will host Rayo Vallecano, while Atletico Madrid faces Getafe on the road.
