Barcelona will be asking tons of questions after some VAR controversy helped Real Sociedad earn a 1-0 victory on Sunday.

Scorers: Becker 33′

Hansi Flick’s men walked into the Anoeta and dominated the game possession-wise but, very uncharacteristically, failed to truly test Imanol Alguacil’s men.

All the post-match comments will indeed be aimed at VAR following a big decision to deny Barcelona the opener.

An in-form Robert Lewandowski thought he had put the visitors in front, but VAR denied him by the tightest of margins.

The Poland international popped up inside the middle of the box and swivelled before firing into the top right corner, but his toe was deemed offside.

Naturally, a bit of luck then handed Real Sociedad the lead.

Luka Sučić headed the ball toward goal, and a slip from Barcelona’s defence allowed Sheraldo Becker to go one-on-one with Inaki Pena. He made no mistake to score.

The visitors had to ramp up the pressure in the second half but struggled against an organized Real Sociedad.

Dani Olmo entered the pitch, while Pau Cubarsí’s efforts fell short as Ansu Fati and Gavi were also introduced. One injured Lamine Yamal, meanwhile, could only watch from the stands.

The unified performance from the hosts forced Barcelona to zero shots on target and it’s the first time the Blaugrana failed to find the net this season.

The result moves Real Sociedad into eighth while Barcelona hold a six point lead over Real Madrid, who have a game in hand.

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