Reminds me a bit of Newcastle at home last season, just after Super Cup and you just wanted an easy fixture (note Madrid drew).
This game you just knew Pep was going to do it his way and take what we got (win, lose or draw) and not read too much into it as we are not ready.
I felt the fixture was chosen, as tough for us but ok for the other potential challengers and whilst everyone plays each team twice etc. I felt they knew it would be more tough for us now rather then later.
Real chance of kicking on and getting to first international break with 9 points.