Diego Costa opened scoring for the hosts but a last gasp goal from Ousmane Dembele ensured the visitors avoided another defeat.
However, with the recent struggles of the club in the domestic league, fans believe that Ernesto Valverde isn't the right man for the job.
Though he has won 9 trophies in his managerial career, the Catalans are the first big club he's coached.
Barcelona cruised to the domestic title last season but have been mediocre in the UEFA Champions League over the last few seasons.
Here are 3 reasons why the club could benefit from Valverde's departure.
1. Pragmatism over panache
Barcelona are renowned for their glorious attacking style of football, however, Valverde has brought a clinical pragmatism to the play.
Last season's Champion's League tie against Roma is a prime example. With a 4-1 advantage after the first leg, it seemed a foregone conclusion that the Romans would be knocked out.
However, Valverde opted for a conservative approach in the 2nd leg with Andries Iniesta and Sergi Roberto as the wide men.
Roma took advantage of a Barcelona team not known for sitting back and they pulled off an unlikely victory.
2. Player bias
There have been numerous questionable omissions from some of the squads named by the manager.
This seems to point to a pecking order of preference - not based on talent but more the relationship with Valverde.
For some reason, Ivan Rakitic continues to be a mainstay in most matches even though he lacks the dynamism required in certain games.
On the opposite end, prodigious talents, such as Malcolm and Ousmane Dembele, are often omitted.
3. A move away from the club ethos
The La Liga giants have become synonymous with tiki taka football.
Their expansive, attractive brand of football has become their hallmark and what sets them apart from most teams around the world. Under Valverde, it's been a different story though.
They possess some of the most naturally gifted players who conjure up moments of magic.
However, they've lately become dependent on moments of individual brilliance rather than blowing the opposition away with wonderful, cohesive interplay.
Ultimately, the move away from the club's beloved traditions could be the final nail in the Valverde coffin.
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