FC Barcelona’s Dani Olmo delivered a game-changing performance in LaLiga 2025 against Las Palmas, securing a crucial 0-2 victory. The Spanish midfielder made a significant impact after replacing Fermín López at halftime. His spectacular 62nd-minute strike broke the deadlock against a heavily defensive Las Palmas side, who had focused on physical play and defensive solidarity throughout the match.
Olmo’s Return to Scoring Form
The 26-year-old attacking midfielder’s goal marked his first since his impressive double against Espanyol (3-1) on matchday 12. His recent statistics reveal:
• 12 matches without goal contributions
• 3 missed matches due to fitness concerns
• Limited playing time in 2025: 71 minutes across three matches
– Getafe (28 minutes)
– Sevilla (19 minutes)
– Rayo (24 minutes)
The drought finally ended after 88 days and 11 matches without finding the net for Barcelona. His last goal before this came in the Champions League victory against Brest (3-0) at Montjuïc on November 26. During this period, he managed to contribute with three assists – one against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League and two in the Copa del Rey victory over Betis.
Impact and Statistical Overview
Olmo’s current season statistics stand at:
• 7 goals in 22 appearances
• 1,076 minutes played
• 6 LaLiga goals
• 4th highest scorer for Barcelona in 2024/25
He ranks behind the club’s leading scorers:
1. Robert Lewandowski (32 goals)
2. Raphinha (24 goals)
3. Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres (11 goals each)
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick praised Olmo’s impact as a substitute in the post-match interview with Movistar+, emphasizing the importance of his goal for both the team and the player’s confidence. The Spanish international’s performance echoes his previous season at RB Leipzig, where he contributed 8 goals and 5 assists in 25 matches.
This resurgence in form comes at a crucial time for Barcelona as they continue their campaign across multiple competitions. The timing of Olmo’s return to scoring ways could prove vital for the team’s aspirations in both domestic and European competitions.
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