Barcelona Lose their La Liga Opener

Barcelona 0-0 Athletic Bilbao

Barcelona began their new La Liga campaign with a frustrating draw at Home to Athletic Bilbao

The Catalan giants dominated possession but failed to create clear-cut chances, and they were frustrated by a well- organized Bilbao side

The result leaves Barcelona in eighth place in the early standings, while Bilbao move up to fourth.

Barcelona had 75% possession and completed over 600 passes, but they struggled to create clear-cut goalscoring chances.

The hosts' best opportunity fell to Ferran Torres in the first half, but he headed wide from a good position.

Xavi made a number of changes in the second half in an attempt to find a breakthrough, but Bilbao held firm to secure a point.

Bilbao were well-organized and disciplined in defence, and they made it difficult for Barcelona to create space or find a way through.

The visitors defended deep and compact, and they were always quick to close down Barcelona's attackers.

Unai Simon was also in impressive form in goal for Bilbao, and he made a number of saves to keep his side in the game.

Barcelona will have another chance to get their first win of the season when they travel to Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Bilbao, meanwhile, will host Osasuna in their next match.