Alba last-gasp goal lifts Barcelona to 2-1 victory at Betis

Published May 7, 2022 5:08 PM

By JOSEPH WILSON
Associated Press

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Jordi Alba has scored a last-gasp winner to snatch Barcelona a 2-1 win at Real Betis in the Spanish league. The loss deals a blow to Betis’ hopes of qualifying for the Champions League. Barcelona strengthened its hold on second place behind newly crowned champion Real Madrid. Betis remains in fifth place. Fourth-placed Atlético Madrid is three points ahead before hosting Real Madrid on Sunday. Ansu Fati opened in the 77th from a pass by Alba just one minute after he had gone on. Marc Bartra leveled for Betis in the 80th. Alba volleyed in a cross by Dani Alaves deep in stoppage time to seal the victory.

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