La Liga once sat comfortably atop the European football pyramid, with its clubs frequently outperforming their continental counterparts in both the Champions League and Europa League. The Spanish league's dominance was such that an all-Spanish Champions League final became a familiar sight, and its clubs were regular fixtures in the latter stages of UEFA competitions. However, the landscape has shifted dramatically, a change underscored by this week's Champions League quarter-final second legs.

In what promises to be an electrifying face-off in LaLiga, Real Madrid is set to host FC Barcelona on April 21, 2024. This match features two of the league's top scorers with Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid, currently the second highest scorer, and Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona, who ranks seventh. Let's dive into what makes this match a must-watch, along with some key insights into both teams' recent performances.

In a match that had fans on the edge of their seats, Barcelona's Champions League journey came to a controversial end. The aftermath left the football world buzzing, especially with Barcelona's head coach, Xavi, launching a scathing critique on referee Istvan Kovacs. According to Xavi, the referee's decisions were not just questionable but directly responsible for Barcelona's exit from the prestigious tournament.

Barcelona will be looking to secure another victory in La Liga as they face Alaves on Saturday evening. Barcelona, currently in fourth place, are coming off a 1-0 win against Osasuna. Alaves, on the other hand, have been in strong form, winning four of their last five matches in all competitions, including their last three in La Liga.

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Barcelona is looking to bounce back from a devastating defeat to Villarreal as they face 12th-placed Osasuna in a home match. The defeat cost manager Xavi his future at the club, with Barcelona announcing his departure at the end of the season. Mental lapses and individual mistakes have plagued Barcelona this season, leading to their struggles.