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Barcelona Clinches La Liga Title in Derby Victory Marked by Tragic Fan Incident

Hansi Flick's team secures the championship with a 2–0 win over Espanyol, but celebrations are subdued following a pre-match car accident injuring 15 fans.

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Overview

  • Barcelona secured their 28th La Liga title with two matches to spare after defeating Espanyol 2–0, thanks to goals by Lamine Yamal and Fermín López.
  • The victory followed a tense title race with Real Madrid, who delayed Barcelona's coronation by 24 hours with a last-minute win against Mallorca on May 14.
  • A car accident outside the stadium before the match injured 15 people, prompting an immediate response from police and emergency services.
  • Initial reports indicate the accident was caused by an elderly driver losing control of her vehicle; no severe injuries were reported.
  • Coach Hansi Flick curtailed on-field celebrations, directing his players to the dressing room out of respect for the injured fans.