Barcelona’s Tough Loss to Shakhtar Donetsk: Echoes of Past Glory and the Road Ahead

In a disappointing turn of events, Barcelona faced a setback against Shakhtar Donetsk this Tuesday, marking their first defeat to the Ukrainian side since the 2008/09 season (3-2).

Interestingly, it was in that very season that Barcelona emerged victorious in the Champions League, triumphing over Manchester United in the final.

Now, as the Catalans navigate through this recent disappointment, the question lingers: Will history replay itself in their favor? Only time will unveil the answer.

Meanwhile, Xavi’s squad finds themselves with the immediate task of securing the top spot in Group H. To achieve this, Barcelona must rise to the challenge and defeat Porto in a crucial match scheduled for November 28.