Barcelona Seeks Eighth Consecutive Win Against Osasuna in La Liga Clash

Barcelona, under the tutelage of newly appointed coach Hansi Flick, is poised to extend its flawless beginning to the La Liga season as they prepare to face Osasuna at Estadio El Sadar. With an ongoing streak of seven victories in their current campaign, Barcelona is eager to match its historical best start to a La Liga season, a record established during the 2013/14 season under former coach Tata Martino.

This match is set against the backdrop of Osasuna’s impressive form at home, remaining unbeaten at Estadio El Sadar this season. The Navarra-based team has secured 10 out of a possible 12 points at home, a statistic that speaks volumes of their formidable presence. Osasuna’s current position in the league stands at seventh, commendable for a team that aims to disrupt Barcelona’s smooth run.

The offensive and defensive prowess of Osasuna is largely thanks to standout players such as defensive stalwart Boyomo, midfielder Aimar Oroz, and forwards Ante Budimir and Bryan Zaragoza. Their synergy and performance will be crucial as they attempt to halt Barcelona’s momentum.

Barcelona’s recent encounters with Osasuna have largely swung in their favor, with the Catalonian side remaining unbeaten at Estadio El Sadar since the 2011/12 season. In their latest meeting last season, Barcelona triumphed with a 2-1 victory courtesy of goals from players Jules Kounde and Robert Lewandowski. Lewandowski continues to shine this season, leading the La Liga scoring charts with seven goals.

In a pre-match press conference, Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick expressed confidence in his squad’s ability to secure a win on challenging grounds. “We have prepared for a win at a tough ground,” Flick stated, emphasizing the importance of creating an environment conducive to player development and team success. He assured fans and the media that “we are ready” for the upcoming fixture.