According to reports, Barcelona secured a not-so-convincing win against Valladolid before heading into the most crucial week of their season.

At the José Zorrilla Stadium, it became clear that any opponent, even a team already relegated, can cause trouble. Barcelona’s unusual lineup lacked precision, and their stars had to step in to secure a win that could have shaken their league campaign. They now approach El Clásico trailing Real Madrid by four points—a gap that seems unbridgeable after Barça’s dominant 4-0 win at the Bernabéu.

The week begins with Tuesday’s Champions League semi-final second leg against Inter at the Giuseppe Meazza. The first leg (3-3) showcased Lamine Yamal’s brilliance, though he was unhappy with the draw. Barcelona must fight hard to reach the final.

The Treble Dream
Hope is alive in Barcelona as they reach the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in six years. A decade has passed since their last final, a 3-1 win over Juventus in Berlin. If Barça overcomes Inter, their next test is La Liga. They have beaten Real Madrid in all three meetings this season, including a dominant Supercopa de España final (5-2). After a November slump, Xavi’s team has found rhythm. The Copa del Rey final is over, and now only La Liga remains to secure at least a double. But the real dream persists: the treble. A decade without it feels too long for Barcelona.

The Final Battle with Real Madrid
The Supercopa humiliation (5-2) was the second time Real Madrid suffered this season. Had Barça not been reduced to ten men, the margin could have been wider. Xavi’s team, after a November crisis, has found cohesion. The Copa del Rey is done, and now only La Liga remains to secure at least a double. But the real dream remains: the treble. A decade without it feels too long for Barcelona.

This could be Barcelona’s dream week—or their nightmare. Elimination against Inter and defeat in El Clásico is a scenario Barça wouldn’t even want in their worst nightmares.