The Numbers Behind Barcelona’s Disappointment – End of Season 2018/2019

I caught a glimpse of Valencia celebrating their Copa del Rey win over Barcelona in the locker room of the Villamarín. The Estadio Benito Villamarín is the home of Real Betis in Seville, and served as the site of the cup final. A final that, as recent as a few weeks ago, seemed certain for Barcelona…Read more The Numbers Behind Barcelona’s Disappointment – End of Season 2018/2019

Showdown v Valencia – Nou Camp 2.2.2019

Yesterday Barcelona hosted Valencia at the Nou Camp. The game was a stormy mess of rage, weariness, and tension. Where are Barça right now? What kind of vibe is surrounding the team? Honestly, the season has been a very close one in la Liga--contrasting last year's relative cake walk through Spain--so the pressures made by…Read more Showdown v Valencia – Nou Camp 2.2.2019