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24.01.2009 19:50

Attractive draw (1-1)

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Barça Atlètic have drawn in the Miniestadi. A goal from Eloi in the second half put Sant Andreu ahead, but from then on they were overcome by Barça, whose reward was a draw thanks to a 74th minute goal from Jeffren.

In a great game, both sides went for a win from the outset, but they had to settle for a point each. Both sides are still fighting for a promotion play-off place.

Attacking football

The first half ended 0-0 which was surprising given the number of chances which each side had enjoyed. Thiago and Maric had come closest for Barça, whilst Lanzorote nearly scored for the visitors in the 30th minute. It was an athletic and fluid match, and the crowd had enjoyed the first half, despite the lack of goals.

A goal at last

The game resumed with the same fast pace, and it was eventually it was Sant Andreu who went ahead from a free kick out on the left, and it was down to Eloi to finally score in the ensuing goal-mouth scramble.

Attack and home goal

The “Blaugrana” reaction wasn’t slow in coming, and Víctor Vázquez’s coming on gave Atlètic more dynamism in attack. It was a move he initiated in midfield which ended in Jeffren getting the equalizer. Minutes before, Maric had failed to score from a one-on-one situation. Barça didn’t let up in attack for the rest of the game, but they were unable to get the winner. Nevertheless, Barça Atlètic have managed 13 consecutive games without losing