Barcelona Wins LaLiga with Historic Away Points Record, Completes Treble

FC Barcelona secured their twenty-eighth LaLiga title in the 2024/25 season, showcasing dominance with 102 goals scored and a sturdy defense that conceded only 39 goals, finishing with 88 points. Remarkably, Barcelona became the first club to win the league while earning more points away (45) than at home (43), a feat not previously accomplished by any champion team, underscoring their strong performance in rival stadiums. Despite Barcelona's offensive superiority and more frequent box entries, Real Madrid led the league in penalties awarded and refereeing decisions corrected by VAR, fueling controversy over potential bias influenced by Real Madrid's TV channel pressure. Real Madrid's penalty advantage helped star players like Mbappé win individual honors, even though the team scored 24 fewer goals than Barcelona. The season also marked a significant milestone for Rayo Vallecano's goalkeeper Batalla, who overcame a challenging career start and multiple loans to become a key player in Spain, helping his team qualify for international competition. These narratives highlight a season of both sporting excellence and contentious refereeing decisions impacting the championship dynamics.