Barcelona's problem this season is not only about the goal productivity of their strikers, but Barcelona is also disturbed in defense. Barcelona only conceded 20 goals in 38 matches last season, but this season they have conceded 19 goals in 17 matches. Barcelona's goals per game ratio is relatively low compared to Bilbao, Atletico Madrid, Girona and also Real Madrid. These are several problems that Xavi must immediately resolve, otherwise Barcelona will not be able to compete until the end of the season to defend its title.
Until week 17, Real Madrid was the strongest team in defense with only conceding 11 goals. Their goal productivity is also very impressive, but unfortunately Girona, who is in good form, has managed to lead the standings at the moment. I know Real Madrid can easily throw Girona into second place, that's because the gap between the two points is only 2 points.
Barcelona performance which is not too smooth in Laliga could result in them not being able to defend their title this season. It's time for Barcelona to really have to focus well in every match to be able to catch Real Madrid and Girona. I think Barcelona big mistake this season is of course the storm of injuries that befell them where Gavi injury meant they didn't appear stronger in several matches.
In my opinion, Girona or Real Madrid will compete to win the championship this season because Barcelona is already quite far behind Girona who leads the standings. Also Real Madrid has beaten Barcelona at the Elcasico in this season's match and also Barcelona was beaten by Griona at the Camp nou stadium so Barcelona is not too strong this season.