La Liga leader Barcelona suffered a shocking 1-0 loss at home against Leganes, with defender Sergio Gonzalez's early header proving to be the winning goal. This was Barcelona's second consecutive loss in the league, highlighting their recent struggles in domestic competition. Despite a strong performance in the Champions League, the club has faced several setbacks in the league in the past month, winning only one game out of their last six.
Barcelona's Recent Struggles: A Shocking Loss and Mounting Pressure
Spanish giants Barcelona suffered a stunning 1-0 defeat at home to Leganes on Wednesday, piling further pressure on manager Ernesto Valverde.
The Leganes Debacle
The loss marks Barcelona's second consecutive defeat in La Liga, following a 2-1 setback away to Real Betis last weekend. It was a dismal performance from the Blaugrana, who struggled to create clear-cut chances and were ultimately undone by a Sergio Gonzalez header in the 12th minute.
Domestic Woes
Barcelona's league form has been far from convincing recently. In the past month, they have won just one game out of six, drawing three and losing twice. This has left them trailing league leaders Real Madrid by five points, albeit with a game in hand.
Champions League Contrast
In contrast to their domestic struggles, Barcelona have performed admirably in the Champions League. They have won two out of their three group games so far, scoring nine goals and conceding just one. However, their recent league form has raised concerns about their ability to sustain a title challenge both domestically and in Europe.
Valverde's Future in Jeopardy
Valverde has come under increasing scrutiny following Barcelona's recent poor run. The former Athletic Bilbao boss has won two La Liga titles and one Copa del Rey during his time at the club, but his future now appears uncertain.
Top 5 FAQs
1. What is the reason for Barcelona's recent struggles in La Liga?
Barcelona have struggled to maintain consistency in their performances, particularly away from home. They have also been affected by injuries to key players such as Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Ousmane Dembele.
2. Is Valverde's job under threat?
Valverde's position is certainly under pressure, especially after two consecutive league defeats. The club's board will likely give him time to turn things around, but another poor run of results could lead to his dismissal.
3. Can Barcelona still win La Liga?
Despite their recent setbacks, Barcelona still have a strong team and a game in hand over Real Madrid. They need to improve their form quickly, but they still have a chance of winning the title.
4. What is Barcelona's record against Leganes?
Barcelona have a very good record against Leganes, having won six out of their seven previous meetings. However, their recent loss at home was their first defeat to the Cucumber Growers.
5. What is Barcelona's next match?
Barcelona's next match is a La Liga away game against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Tuesday, October 23rd.
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