🎥 Spectacular backheels give Barcelona Women advantage over Atleti
After Real Madrid's win over Eibar on Saturday cut the gap at the top of Liga F to just a single point, it was crucial the reigning champions made a strong start against Atleti.
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And they did just that, with midfielder Patricia Guijarro putting the hosts in front after 17 minutes with a spectacular backheel from Clàudia Pina's cross.
As if that wasn't enough, Salma Paralluelo doubled their advantage before half-time with a similar finish.
This time, it was Aitana Bonmatí's cutback that was turned in after a swift Barcelona break.
If Barcelona can hold on, they will maintain a four-point advantage over Real Madrid with five games to go.
📸 RONNY HARTMANN - AFP or licensors
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