Barcelona has started the year 2025 on a clear note. The Catalans started the new year with a comprehensive victory over Barbastro in the Copa del Rey.
This was followed by a victory over Athletic Club in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup. The club then clinched its 15th Super Cup title by beating Real Madrid in the final third.
Barça then defeated Real Betis in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey.
Throughout this career, one of the highlights for Barcelona has been Gavi’s performances.
Back in your element?
As reported by Sports WorldGavi has dispelled any doubts in the Barcelona camp about his fitness by delivering a series of stunning results this year.
This renewed form comes after a cautious return to the field. Indeed, even after returning from injury, his appearances were initially sporadic, often coming off the bench, which naturally raised questions about his fitness after injury.
However, in 2025 Gavi has not only returned but thrived. He has started three consecutive games, a feat he had not achieved since his injury in November 2023.
The midfielder’s recent performances have been nothing short of spectacular and have contributed significantly to Barcelona’s success in domestic cup competitions.
In less than a month, Gavi has achieved an assist against Atlético de Madrid, followed by a goal and an assist against Athletic, and another goal against Betis.
Gavi’s impact has also been supported by statistics. Despite playing fewer minutes this season compared to last, his number of goals and assists equals or exceeds his numbers from previous seasons.
On the defensive side, Gavi is among the most committed midfielders in the league, facing 20.91 duels every 90 minutes, ranking seventh, and winning more than 8 of these duels on average, ranking eighth.
Gavi’s aggressive play is further highlighted by his lead in fouls committed per 90 minutes at 3.64, significantly ahead of others, with Brais Méndez trailing behind at 2.34.
On the grass, Gavi is the one who covers the most kilometers in 90 minutes in the first division with 12.46 km, and he does it with a high intensity, occupying third place in the league in running between 15 and 20 km/h with 2, 27 km.
These are essential elements of the way Gavi plays football and credit must be given to Hansi Flick for his strategy to reintegrate the midfielder into the setup.