# Barcelona Secure Narrow Victory Over Girona in La Liga Round 8
Barcelona edged past Girona with a 2-1 win in their La Liga Round 8 fixture, thanks to a double from Robert Lewandowski. The Polish striker scored twice in the first half, while Girona managed to pull one back in the second half. The game was a hard-fought encounter, with both teams showing fighting spirit.
Lewandowski opened the scoring in the 15th minute with a clinical finish, capitalizing on a defensive error by Girona. The forward struck again just before halftime, slotting a shot past the goalkeeper after a well-executed through ball from Ilkay Gündogan.
Despite the early two-goal lead, Girona refused to back down. A moment of brilliance from Cristian Romero saw the Girona defender head home a cross in the 66th minute, reducing the deficit to 2-1.
Barcelona’s defense held firm in the latter stages, with goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen making crucial saves to preserve the lead. The Catalan giants, now fifth in the table, showed their mental strength to secure the points despite not playing at their best.
The win keeps Barcelona in the hunt for a top-four finish, while Girona remain winless this season. Lewandowski’s performance was a highlight for the home side, and his ability to deliver in crucial moments will be key as they aim for a successful campaign.
This victory, coupled with their improving form, gives Barcelona confidence as they prepare for their next fixture against Valencia. With Lewandowski in top form, the team is a formidable force in the league.