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18.01.2009 19:05

Uneventful goalless draw (0-0)

Roger Bogunyà

Barça Atlètic earned a point in their local derby at Gramenet, but the game itself saw barely any chances created and had few talking points as it was played out without much ferocity.

It was the fifth consecutive draw away from home for Luis Enrique's team and their 12th match without being beaten and that has seen them stay in and around the top of the Segunda A table.

Even encounter

The opening 45 minutes of the game were very even as the match was played with continuous stoppages. Botía and Verdés were shown yellow cards and the Barça duo will now be suspended for the next encounter. The only chance that the visitors made before the break came when Maric maneged to push forward.

Longás has a chance

After the interval Barça attempted to keep possession but the lack of play down the flanks meant that they could not open up their hosts. Longás did have a chance on the hour mark, but he was unable to beat the keeper.