It’s a challenging month ahead for Barcelona.
One that could put the team on the path back to the Champions League, or raise alarms that hard times are ahead.
The first test will be this weekend against top four opponent Atletico Madrid, but it won’t get easier from there with Valencia and Athletic Club on deck.
Add to that a Europa League contest against Serie A contenders Napoli, and you have what amounts to a sink or swim month for new manager Xavi.
It’s enough to tie a culer’s stomach in knots.
Or have hope that this is the moment the club turns a corner.