Barcelona has set a new unbeaten record at their stadium this season, adding 57 points out of 57 possible at the Spotify Camp Nou. This mark surpasses the previous ones recorded by Pep Guardiola in 2009/10 and Tito Vilanova in 2012/13, who achieved 18 wins and one draw. Guardiola's team only conceded against Villarreal, while Vilanova drew with Real Madrid. The feat under Flick's leadership even improves on his first campaign at the club, where Montjuïc showed solidity without achieving a perfect record.
Defensive solidity as the foundation of the home record 🏆
Success at home is based on a tactical scheme that prioritizes high pressing and quick ball recovery. Flick has implemented a compact defensive block that reduces spaces between lines, making rival transitions difficult. Club data indicates that the team has conceded only one goal per game on average during these matches, while goal effectiveness reaches 65% in shots on target. Synchronization in off-the-ball movements and the mobility of the interior players have been key to unlocking tight defenses.
The Camp Nou curse that even VAR couldn't break 😈
While Guardiola and Vilanova stumbled with textbook draws, this Barcelona seems to have signed a pact with the Camp Nou turf. Rivals arrive, crash, and leave with the feeling of having played against eleven goalposts. Even VAR, that relentless judge, has decided to take a vacation when the home team plays. If anyone wants to take a point from here, they'd better bring a couple of goals as a gift and a referee with eagle eyes.