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Barça's Clean Sheet Streak: Historic Defensive Masterclass
9 Jan
Summary
- Barcelona achieved five consecutive clean sheets, a club first since 2020.
- The team has not conceded a goal in over a month, last seen in 2014.
- This defensive run builds on recent victories across multiple competitions.
While Barcelona's attacking prowess has been widely celebrated, their recent defensive and goalkeeping performances have been remarkably effective. The team has achieved five consecutive clean sheets, a milestone not reached by the club since 2020. This defensive solidity means Barcelona has now gone an entire month unbeaten without conceding a single goal.
This impressive streak is a significant achievement, last seen in 2014 under Luis Enrique. During that period, Barça maintained an immaculate record from August 24th to September 30th. The current run builds upon recent victories against several opponents across multiple competitions, highlighting a robust defensive unit.
The next benchmark for the team is an eight-game clean-sheet streak achieved across the 2015-16 and 2016-17 seasons. This historical consistency showcases a notable shift in the team's defensive capabilities, complementing their celebrated attacking strength.
