"Ronald Araújo climbed off the bench to hit a last-gasp winner as Barcelona returned to the top of the La Liga table with a 2-1 success over Girona. Hansi Flick's side suffered back-to-back defeats before the international break and left it dramatically late to guarantee a return to winning ways against their fellow Catalonians. Pedri gave the home side the lead with a precision finish but Michel's visitors belied their lowly league position, getting a deserved equaliser through Axel Witsel's stunning overhead kick."
"The game began with both sides taking part in a 15-second pause, standing still after kick-off in protest at La Liga's decision to move Barcelona's December meeting with Villarreal to Miami. The move came as part of a unified show of opposition across the league but Barcelona's involvement carries greater weight given their status as an active participant in the American deal."
Barcelona regained first place in La Liga after a 2-1 victory over Girona thanks to a stoppage-time goal by substitute Ronald Araújo. Pedri opened the scoring following an intricate passing move involving Frenkie de Jong, Jules Koundé and Lamine Yamal. Axel Witsel produced a spectacular overhead kick to level for Girona after a half-cleared corner. Both teams created numerous chances throughout the match. Play began with a 15-second pause in protest at La Liga's decision to move Barcelona's December fixture with Villarreal to Miami. The win left Barcelona one point above Real Madrid.
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