César Farías's performance at Barcelona SC dips below 50%

César Farías's tenure as coach of Barcelona SC is under scrutiny, with his performance rating falling below 50%. Despite recent reports of his potential departure, he is set to continue leading the team. Farías took over in January 2026, aiming to build on the club's success. His initial challenge was the Copa Libertadores, where the team secured qualification for the group stage. However, their performance in the main tournament was dismal, marked by five losses and only one win in six matches, leading to an early exit. The team's struggles extend to the Liga Pro, the domestic league, where they currently sit in fifth place with 34 points after 22 games. With nine wins, seven draws, and six losses, Barcelona SC has little hope of contending for the league title. The team also faces an upcoming Copa Ecuador match against Liga de Portoviejo. Across all competitions, Farías has overseen 33 matches, achieving 13 wins, 8 draws, and 12 losses, scoring 37 goals while conceding the same number. This record yields a 47% success rate, falling short of expectations.