However, their 30-point tally leaves them down in third, two points behind Real Madrid and four adrift of unlikely league leaders Girona. With 13 games played this season, Barcelona have lost just once - the same number as at this stage last term. His first full season in charge brought a first league title in four years, and the Catalan club remain in touching distance this term despite playing home games away from Camp Nou during its redevelopment.
There has been plenty of change at Barcelona over the last few years, but some around Catalunya will be hoping for a bit more stability after some shaky moments on and off the field.Īfter hiring and firing two bosses in less than two years in the wake of Ernesto Valverde's 2020 exit, Barca turned to club legend Xavi in November 2021.