LaLiga Santander 2017/18: Barcelona's Record-Breaking Season
A Look at the Numbers Behind Barcelona's Dominance
The 2017/18 LaLiga Santander season was one for the record books, as Barcelona claimed their eighth league title in 11 seasons. The Catalan giants put together a dominant campaign, setting new marks for goals scored, fewest goals conceded, and most points earned.
Goals Galore
Barcelona's attacking prowess was on full display in 2017/18, as they netted an astonishing 99 goals in 38 matches. Lionel Messi led the way with 34 goals, but he was ably supported by Luis Suarez (25 goals) and Ousmane Dembele (14 goals). Barcelona's goal-scoring exploits helped them set a new record for the most goals scored in a single LaLiga season.
Defensive Solidity
While Barcelona's offense was grabbing all the headlines, their defense was equally impressive. The Blaugrana conceded just 29 goals in 38 matches, the fewest of any team in LaLiga. Gerard Pique and Samuel Umtiti formed a formidable partnership at the heart of the defense, while goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen made a number of key saves throughout the season.
Record-Breaking Points Total
Barcelona's dominance in 2017/18 was reflected in their points total. The Blaugrana finished the season with 93 points, the most ever by a team in LaLiga. Their closest challengers, Real Madrid, finished 17 points behind in second place.
A Season to Remember
The 2017/18 LaLiga Santander season was one to remember for Barcelona. The Blaugrana put together a record-breaking campaign that will be talked about for years to come. Their dominance was a testament to their quality and the brilliance of their players.
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