Barcelona have been tipped by many to rival Real Madrid for the 2022-23 La Liga title.

Barca kick-started their league campaign with a goalless draw at home against Rayo Vallecano.

The Catalans lacked the cutting edge at the Camp Nou, and couldn’t convert their possession into goals.

Speaking to the media after the game, Xavi admitted that the team must improve on effectiveness and ability to create chances.

“Yes, I understand the disappointment because we had generated many expectations. We have to analyse the game well, improve and continue,” Xavi said after the Rayo Vallecano game.

“We need to improve our effectiveness and must better understand how to create chances.”

Barcelona will play Real Sociedad away from home for our next game on Sunday.