Messi Home Winless Run After Busquet & Jordi Alba Exit
Lionel Messi has reportedly endured a difficult spell in home fixtures since the departures of long-time teammates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.
According to the record, Messi has not won a single official home match since their exits, with a run of 5 games played and 0 wins at home.
The statistic highlights how much squad stability and long-term chemistry can influence performance, especially after the loss of experienced players who shared years of understanding on the pitch.
Messi’s situation also reflects a broader transition period for his current team, as they continue adjusting to a new structure without several of their former core leaders.
While the numbers may raise eyebrows, they only capture a small snapshot of a much longer season — where context, squad changes, and competition level all play a role.
For Messi and his side, the focus will now be on ending the run and rediscovering winning momentum at home.
A rare statistic… but football always moves forward.