Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has made no secret of the need for recovery as his side sit out ahead of LaLiga. And Jorge Saenz has an own goal, contributing to a recent win by the club. Amazingly, this now leaves them with a remarkable unbeaten run of 24 matches in all competitions. The Catalan club has been in outstanding form this season, sitting first in LaLiga. They have dark horse hopes in both the Copa del Rey and Champions League.
The team’s most recent victory came in a hard-fought battle where each point was important, especially with the team’s busy slate. Flick acknowledged the significance of the victory, stating, “Three points are three points and every game we fight for 90 minutes, when you see the load the players have had in the last few weeks or days, it’s unbelievable.” This articulation of the coach’s sentiment indicates an awareness of the physical toll rigged conditions are taking on his team.
Focus on Recovery
As Barcelona continues to look ahead toward future matches, recovery is what’s first on the agenda, and Flick has made that abundantly clear. The team will be flying back to Barcelona tonight. After a final training session tomorrow, it’ll be off to Dortmund for that Champions League quarter-final second leg on Monday.
We have to focus on recovery, recovery, recovery. That’s the way it is,” Flick stated, highlighting the necessity of ensuring his players are well-rested in light of their packed calendar. His mantra shifts focus to the physical and mental approach to the game, especially as they do battle in three different tournaments.
Flick further remarked, “We have no excuses – we have to recover, but that’s our job.” And he’s singularly focused on getting his players ready for the next battle. This dedication is a testament to his leadership style and fuels the team’s success.
Upcoming Challenges
Next up for Barcelona is a LaLiga home game against Celta Vigo on Saturday. This match is even more important given their current run of form as they look to keep their confidence high in league play. Up next, Borussia Dortmund. They’re preparing for one of the most exciting Champions League quarter-final matches.
Inigo Martinez is a clear veteran presence, and he stepped up in their last match. He made a fine challenge late in first half stoppage time, keeping Munir from doubling the score. This last-ditch defensive effort is a perfect representation of the teamwork and grit that has defined Barcelona’s incredible run of the last month.
Flick’s deliberate emphasis on defensive tactics has been essential in their march to the most recent unbeaten record. He remarked on the importance of a solid defense, saying, “That was part of the game, to defend well, yes, I celebrated it. It was a perfect game.”
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