Barcelona achieved a decisive 3-0 victory over Levante, regaining the top spot in La Liga after Real Madrid's unexpected defeat at Osasuna. The match played at Camp Nou saw Marc Bernal and Frenkie de Jong score in the first half, solidifying Barcelona's dominance over their struggling opponent, Levante, who currently sits at the bottom of the league.

This win comes as a relief for Barcelona, especially after a challenging week where they experienced a heavy 4-0 loss to Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-final and a subsequent 2-1 defeat to Girona in La Liga. Coach Hansi Flick emphasized the need for improvement despite the victory, noting that while they responded well to recent struggles, defensive issues persisted that could have been exploited by a more clinical opponent.

Looking ahead, Barcelona's focus will be on maintaining their winning form and addressing defensive weaknesses as they approach a critical period of the season. With the league title race heating up, maintaining their position at the top will be crucial, especially with the rivalry against Real Madrid intensifying following their recent performances.