Such a shame that our central midfielder Pep Guardiola is injured , or else Barca would be the clear favourites.
But the first 11 doesn't win you the league, bench does.
Not in case of Barca, who never recieves any serious injuries, just look at last season. Your bench doesnt matter.
Rakitic was okay last season, but he's not been good this season. The midfield is a huge step down from what it used to be, and it shows when workhorses like Rakitic are undisputed first team starters.
Barca get as many injuries as anyone else. Such a lame excuse for Madrids failings.
Rakitic one of the most important and best players last season? Well, after Messi, Suarez, Neymar, Pique, Mascherano that is. He did a good job no doubt, but in no way was he that important for you guys.
Not denying that Perez has fucked up the club as he always do, but Barcas key players are never injuried when it counts.