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Barcelona Extend La Liga Lead After 1-1 Draw vs. Las Palmas

Barcelona drew 1-1 with Las Palmas on the road in La Liga on Thursday, as they extended their lead at the top of the table.

Lionel Messi gave the Blaugrana the advantage with a stunning free-kick after 21 minutes, but the hosts equalised from a controversial penalty as Jonathan Calleri converted.

Barca couldn't find a winner as the match unfolded, and the Catalan giants are five points clear before second-placed Atletico Madrid visit the Camp Nou on Sunday.

Both teams provided their starting line-ups, as Barca made six changes for the trip to the Estadio Gran Canaria:

A dull first half failed to catch fire in the opening 20 minutes, but Messi provided a classic moment as the league leaders claimed the lead.