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RONALD ARAúJO FIRES BARCELONA BACK IN LEAD AGAINST GIRONA

Ronald Araujo's stoppage-time winner gives Barcelona a dramatic 2-1 victory over Girona, sending them top of La Liga. The defender scored after Lamine Yamal's opener was cancelled out by an Axel Witsel bicycle kick.

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Ronald Araújo - Alex Caparros/Getty Images

Barcelona's goal in the last minute of stoppage time at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Montjuic has virtually guaranteed them a late victory over Girona.

For this one, Hansi Flick managed to bring in the returning Lamine Yamal, and 13 minutes in, he had an effect. After sprinting away from the goal, the midfielder reversed the ball into the far corner via the post after his pass found Pedri inside the penalty area.

Girona's remarkable equalisation, however, ended Barcelona's lead in less than ten minutes. The ball returned to the penalty area after a corner, and Axel Witsel was there to score with a bicycle kick.

Soon after, Girona wasted several crucial opportunities, and they ultimately had to pay for it. Ronald Araujo, a replacement striker, scored Frenkie de Jong's cutback in stoppage time to end the game, igniting celebrations within the stadium.

With these vital three points, Barcelona returns to the top of La Liga, making it a historic moment.

DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE

Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.

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El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images

Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.

The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.

The disciplinary committee of the RFEF


"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."

Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.

Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.

No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.

ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.

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Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)

According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.

Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.

Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.

Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.

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