Barcelona face a serious battle to doubtlessly win the La Liga title this season.
La Blaugrana’s successful begin to 2025 hit a block towards outdated foes Getafe as they had been held to a 1-1 attract Madrid.
A fourth successive draw on the Estadio Coliseum highlights the problem Barcelona have in battling out wins towards the resilient hosts.
Jules Kounde’s early aim was cancelled out by Mauro Arambarri’s equaliser earlier than the break and the guests did not step up after the restart.
A tie in Madrid means Barcelona finish the night time 5 factors off leaders Atletico Madrid who misplaced at Leganes.
The benefit now firmly lies with their title rivals and midfield star Pedri admitted they might must win all 18 of their remaining league video games to stay within the race.
“We in all probability must be good and win all of the remaining video games to have the ability to get better in La Liga,” he stated at full time.
“It’s all the time troublesome to play towards Getafe. They defend with a low block. It’s difficult. However, we must always have defended our lead higher.”
Barcelona return to UEFA Champions League motion in midweek, as they goal to seal a final 16 place, away at Benfica on January 21 earlier than internet hosting Valencia in league motion 5 days later.