Why Barça's start to season is best in Europe's top leagues for almost 100 years
Barcelona have begun the season on fire, scoring 36 goals in their first eight matches. How does that compare to the best starts for all time? (Spoiler: Very well.)
Barcelona's blistering start to the season has got everyone talking, and for good reason. The Catalan giants have scored 36 goals in their first eight matches, a truly remarkable feat that has left fans and pundits alike in awe. To put that into perspective, no team in Europe's top leagues has started the season with such a high goal tally in almost 100 years. This level of performance is not just impressive, it's historic.
The last team to match Barcelona's start was Real Madrid in 1931-32, when they scored 37 goals in their first eight matches. That team went on to win the league title, and it's clear that Barcelona have a great chance of repeating that feat. With a strong squad and a talented young coach at the helm, Barça are looking like a team on a mission. Their attacking play has been particularly impressive, with players like Robert Lewandowski and Ansu Fati leading the charge.
So what to watch next? Can Barcelona keep up this incredible form, or will they eventually slow down? The answer will likely depend on how well they can maintain their squad depth and avoid injuries. With a tough run of fixtures coming up, including a Clasico against Real Madrid, all eyes will be on Barça to see if they can keep their momentum going. Will they become the first team in almost a century to dominate Europe's top leagues from the very start? Only time will tell.
Originally reported by espn.com. GambleWire adds analysis for sports & fitness readers.