FC Barcelona were forced to dig deep for a victory over struggling Granada CF on Saturday evening at the Camp Nou, as La Liga’s bottom side frustrated the reigning champions on what proved to be a tough night’s work for the Blaugrana. After a goalless first half, Rafinha’s spectacular chilena looked set to send Barça on their way to another comprehensive victory, but Granada continued to defend well and despite dominating possession, Luis Enrique’s side couldn’t create any more goals before the final whistle.
The victory moves Barcelona ahead of Sevilla, who dropped points earlier in the afternoon against Sporting Gijon, and ensures that they remain just two points behind league leaders, Real Madrid, who came from behind to defeat Alaves 2-1 in the Basque Country.