Comparing Dembele's 6-Year Stint at Barcelona versus One Messi Season is Beyond Belief

Written By Noe Garcia

As Ousmane Dembele bids farewell to Barcelona, it is evident that his 6-year tenure at the club has been underwhelming. When we compare Dembele's entire 6-year performance to just one of Messi's seasons, the gap becomes staggering, highlighting the vast difference in their footballing abilities and impact.

Dembele's Six Seasons - A Mere 40 Goals in Total

Over the course of six seasons at Barcelona, Dembele managed to appear in 185 matches but scored a mere 40 goals. When we break it down further, it reveals an average of less than 7 goals per season and approximately 1 goal every 4.6 matches—a far cry from what fans and the club had hoped for.

Messi's 2012 - A Record-Breaking 91 Goals in All Competitions

In contrast, Messi's astounding performance in 2012 set a new standard in the football world. During that calendar year, the Argentine maestro scored a jaw-dropping 91 goals, with an overwhelming 79 goals for Barcelona alone. These goals included 59 in La Liga, 13 in the Champions League, 5 in the Copa del Rey, and 2 in the Spanish Super Cup. Adding to his already impressive tally, Messi also contributed 12 goals while representing the Argentina national team. Notably, Messi broke Gerd Müller's 1972 record of 85 goals, solidifying his position as a true footballing legend.

It goes without saying that in one single season, Messi scored more than twice the number of goals Dembele managed over his entire 6-year stint at Barcelona. This stark contrast in performance shows that Dembele's six-year contribution to Barcelona was undeniably poor in comparison to the brilliance of just one season from Lionel Messi.

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