The season Barcelona scored in every single La Liga match
In short: Imagine a football team so dominant that they never failed to find the back of the net for 38 consecutive games. In the 2012–13 season, FC Barcelona achieved this historic feat, setting a standard of offensive consistency that remains a benchmark for elite clubs.
The 2012–13 campaign marked a significant transition for FC Barcelona as they entered their 82nd consecutive season in the Spanish top flight. Following the departure of Pep Guardiola, his longtime assistant Tito Vilanova took the helm. Despite the change in leadership, the club maintained its high-octane attacking identity, ultimately finishing first in La Liga and establishing a record by scoring in all 38 league matches—a feat later equaled only by Real Madrid.
The season was defined by individual brilliance and tactical evolution. Lionel Messi remained the focal point, notably scoring his 14th Clásico goal to equal César Rodríguez's club record during a Supercopa de España victory over Real Madrid. The squad also saw key arrivals and departures: Jordi Alba joined from Valencia CF for €14 million, while Alex Song arrived from Arsenal for €19 million. Meanwhile, the team navigated a period of physical adversity, with captain Carles Puyol suffering multiple significant injuries, including a torn ACL and a dislocated elbow.
While their domestic dominance was clear, the season was not without its hurdles. The UEFA Champions League and Copa del Rey semi-finals both saw Barcelona eliminated prematurely. The campaign also highlighted the volatile nature of high-stakes football; Vilanova faced his first managerial suspension after being ejected for an argument during a match against CA Osasuna. Despite these setbacks, the club's ability to secure victories—such as an 8–0 demolition of Raja Casablanca and a 5–4 win over Deportivo de La Coruña—solidified their status as a powerhouse of the era.
The year also served as a platform for individual accolades. Andrés Iniesta was named the 2011–12 UEFA Best Player in Europe, while Messi secured his third consecutive Onze d'Or award. These milestones underscored a season where Barcelona balanced the weight of immense expectation with a relentless pursuit of offensive perfection.
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