La Liga Gameweek 20: Barcelona Resumes the Chase

Barcelona has fallen behind in the title race but has regained confidence and momentum following their Supercopa triumph in Saudi Arabia.

Barcelona has fallen behind in the title race but has regained confidence and momentum following their Supercopa triumph in Saudi Arabia.

Are Barcelona Back?

As Lamine Yamal effortlessly dribbled past Real Madrid defenders, finishing with a precise shot into the corner, it was reminiscent of Lionel Messi's golden days in Catalonia. At just 17, Yamal equalized Real Madrid's lead in the Supercopa final, propelling Barça towards a commanding 5-2 victory in the El Clásico derby.

This resurgence couldn't have been better timed. Recent weeks have been challenging both on and off the pitch for the once well-managed club. With only one win in their last seven La Liga matches, both Atlético and Real Madrid have overtaken them in the standings. Before this weekend's fixtures, Barça trails league leaders Atlético by six points. Additionally, the club faced significant financial hurdles in registering €60 million signing Dani Olmo for the season's second half, eventually finding a temporary solution at the last moment.

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A Flicker of Hope

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However, after a 5-2 victory against their arch-rivals and securing the season's first trophy, much of the recent gloom has lifted. Ninety minutes of stellar football in El Clásico have restored the team's confidence. Coach Hansi Flick, who has never lost a cup final in his managerial career, expressed immense satisfaction with his players.

“We are a team. This was evident after this triumph, but it always shows. We stay united in good and bad times, and our goal is to learn from every match. The objective is always to win titles in big clubs, and that's what we work towards. We are very happy and proud, but we must continue to demonstrate that we are the best team in every game,” Flick explained to the club's official channels.

Catalan Double

It's highly probable that Barcelona will be the superior team in this weekend's away match against Getafe. Following the Supercopa title, the focus now shifts to reigniting their La Liga title ambitions. A victory against Getafe is crucial to close the gap on Atlético and Real Madrid, who are currently setting the pace in the league.

The Supercopa success has not only provided a morale boost but also showcased the potential of young talents like Lamine Yamal. Their performances are vital as Barcelona navigates the remainder of the season, aiming to reclaim their dominance in Spanish football.

La Liga Bets Gameweek 20

Getafe – Barcelona
Pick: Away win (-1 handicap)
Stake: 4 units (2,42 odds at Betsson)

Girona – Sevilla
Pick: Home win
Stake: 3 units (1,92 odds at 1win)

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