The 2004-05 campaign delivered a glorious return to silverware for Barcelona as the Blaugrana clinched their first La Liga title in six years, ending a long and agonizing trophy drought. Leading the charge was new signing Samuel Eto'o, whose 25 league goals (and 29 overall) proved decisive, earning him the Pichichi Trophy alongside Diego Forlán. The season, masterminded by Frank Rijkaard, was a pivotal turning point, featuring the dazzling brilliance of Ronaldinho, the consistent midfield mastery of Xavi and Andrés Iniesta, and the quiet, historic debut of a 16-year-old phenom named Lionel Messi. It was a triumphant year that re-established Barcelona's domestic dominance and marked the true beginning of the club's modern golden era.