Girona bolstered their bid for Champions League qualification with a crucial 2-0 victory over Las Palmas in LaLiga, propelling them provisionally into second place ahead of reigning champions Barcelona. Goals from David Lopez and top scorer Artem Dovbyk propelled the Catalan side closer to their Champions League aspirations, with Real Madrid leading the title race by 13 points.
Despite falling behind in the title chase, Girona has shifted their focus towards securing a top-four finish, currently holding a comfortable 13-point lead over fifth-placed Athletic Bilbao. Michel Sanchez's squad, only in their fourth season in LaLiga, has defied expectations, with Lopez emphasizing the historic significance of their potential Champions League qualification for both the club and Spanish football.
Girona's victory was hard-fought, with goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga saving an early penalty from Sandro Ramirez, before Lopez capitalized on a rebound to give his side the lead. The visitors extended their advantage through Dovbyk's penalty, securing their victory despite Las Palmas' valiant efforts to mount a comeback, marking a sixth consecutive defeat for the struggling hosts. Despite their recent downturn in form, Ramirez remains resolute in his belief that Las Palmas can reverse their fortunes through unity and perseverance.
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