Top 5 clubs with the highest average possession in Europe’s major leagues this season

#3 Sevilla — 63.6%

Sevilla have dominated possession in every La Liga game they have played so far

Displaying a consistent level of performance in a league that houses Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid is no easy feat. However, Sevilla seem to be doing the same this year with utmost ease.

The Andalusians sit fourth in the La Liga table after having played a game lesser than the top three. A win in the next fixture would put Sevilla in second position, behind Real Madrid, the only team with a higher GD than theirs.

Even though the Sevillistas have had a poor disciplinary record, they have dominated most of their games in terms of possession. Sevilla brags about an average of 63.6% possession per match. Sevilla have dominated possession in every La Liga game they have played so far.

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#2 Manchester City — 63.8%

Manchester City had 80% possession against the Gunners

Manchester City's team depth is second to none. They house the best of players from across Europe. Under such circumstances, Pep Guardiola is often left with far too many options to choose from. The same has resulted in a supreme level performance by the Sky Blues in the EPL so far.

With Bernardo Silva at the heart of midfield, Pep Guardiola has implemented what he established while at Barcelona, at the Etihad. Quick passing between players often leaves the opposition frustrated and thus more error-prone.

The Cityzens have held the ball longer than their opponents in every Premier League game so far. However, their best numbers came in their 5-0 rampage against Arsenal. Manchester City had 80% possession against the Gunners.

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#1 Barcelona — 68.8%

Barcelona are lagging massively with their finishing

The Catalans are enduring their worst tenure of all time, but perhaps not in every department. Barcelona tops our list with an average possession of 68.8%. Even though they sit 9th in the league table with just three wins from this season so far, it is expected of Blaugrana to ascend the table sooner or later.

Nevertheless, Barcelona fans around the globe seem puzzled as of now. If they are dominant in holding possession then what is lacking? The answer is simple — Lionel Messi's departure. The Barcelona legend was a key cog in their goal-scoring unit and without him, the club is struggling to find the back of the net.

Recent statistics suggest that Blaugrana is very effective in terms of possession, chance creation and getting into the final third. However, they are lagging massively with their finishing.

The Barca faithful are hoping for Memphis Depay to step up. Ansu Fati's return provides them with a ray of hope as well. They will also hope that Sergio Aguero recovers soon from an injury to convert more of the chances created.