The La Liga title may be wrapped up, but there is still a heated battle for second that will see a vital match on Saturday.
Girona will host Barcelona at the Estadi Montilivi, with the home side sitting in third place, trailing the second-place visitors by just two points.
Real Madrid has an 11-point lead with five league matches remaining, and could wrap up the title this weekend with the right set of results.
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Barcelona will be out for some revenge on Saturday, after Girona earned a stunning 4-2 win at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in the reverse fixture in December.
With a win, Girona will seal a Champions League berth to cap off what has been a remarkable season for the Catalan club.
“They have had an exceptional season. It will be a tough game because they are a Champions League-level side,” Barcelona coach Xavi said at his pre-game press conference. “I say that not because of the standings, but what they have demonstrated on the pitch.”
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the match.
Girona vs. Barcelona
- When: Saturday, May 4
- Where: Estadi Montilivi (Girona)
- Time: 12:30 p.m. ET
- Channel/streaming: ESPN+ (WATCH NOW), ESPN Deportes
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