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Yamal's Wonder Goal Stuns Oviedo, Flick Praises Pressing

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Barcelona returned to the top of LaLiga with a 3-0 win over Real Oviedo. The victory was sealed by a spectacular scissor kick from 18-year-old Lamine Yamal, his 11th goal of the season. Oviedo coach Guillermo Almada was left in awe, calling the strike a goal from "another galaxy."

While Yamal's acrobatic finish captured the headlines, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick emphasized the teenager's defensive work. Flick stated the key to the match was Yamal's pressing that led to Dani Olmo's opening goal, not the late third strike. The win moved Barça past Real Madrid in the standings after their own loss last weekend.

The result gives Barcelona crucial momentum ahead of their Champions League clash with Copenhagen. A win there could secure an automatic round-of-16 spot. Flick acknowledged his team's inconsistent performance but credited their effort in the second half amid a grueling schedule. The focus now shifts to European competition.