Barcelona's first match after clinching the La Liga title ended in disappointment as they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Alaves at Mendizorroza. While the result stings, it offered a glimpse into the squad's depth and some individual performances worth noting.

Wojciech Szczesny (6.5) was handed his first start in six months and showed flashes of his quality, though his performance was slightly erratic at times. It was a mixed return for the veteran goalkeeper.

The right-back position continues to be a concern for Barcelona heading into the summer transfer window. The player in that role had a chance to regain form but turned in another underwhelming display, raising questions about the club's reliance on Kounde going forward.

One bright spot was debutant Cortes, who impressed during his 62 minutes on the pitch. Solid defensively and composed on the ball, he looks like a promising option for the final two matches of the season.

Elsewhere, the midfield struggled to make an impact. One midfielder, potentially facing a summer exit, failed to seize his opportunity to impress Hansi Flick, while another will be disappointed after losing the duel that led to Alaves' decisive goal.

In attack, things were equally frustrating. A winger who had a chance to prove himself as a reliable backup to Lamine Yamal failed to make any meaningful impact, casting doubt on his future role. Another forward showed promise in the first half but faded as the match wore on.

The team looked most dangerous when the ball was at the feet of one particular attacker, but even he couldn't find the breakthrough. Meanwhile, the Polish striker was anonymous, reinforcing the sense that a summer departure might be best for all parties.

Late substitutes included a young midfielder earning another first-team appearance, though neither could change the game's outcome. For Barcelona fans, this defeat serves as a reminder that even champions have work to do as they look ahead to next season.