16 games, 14 wins and only two losses, which gives an average of 2.63 points per game. This is what Hansi Flick's record looks like as FC Barcelona coach. The German took over the team at the beginning of this season and clearly breathed new life into it. “What did he do with her?” – experts wondered not so long ago. The coach helped experienced players such as Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha get back on the right path. The Brazilian in particular seems to be having one of the best moments of his career. The coach also regularly focuses on young players, such as Pau Cubarsi and Fermin Lopez.
Hansi Flick finally broke his silence. He spoke about Xavi. Beautiful words
Flick has undoubtedly found a way to position the team for success. After El Clasico, won by Barcelona 4-0, the Catalan “Sport” emphasized that Xavi Hernandez had not managed to do it last season, even though he had practically the same players at his disposal. “The German played with the same weapon that the Spaniard had in his hands a year ago, and yet he crushed Madrid with Mbappe at the forefront, which only confirms that Barcelona is the favorite for the championship” – journalists wrote.
Moreover, comparisons of Flick and Xavi's work have been commonplace in recent weeks. Finally, the German himself commented on them. – I don't think it's fair to compare my work and Xavi's. These are two different situations. I have great respect for him – he began at Saturday's press conference and referred, among other things, to: to the Barcelona academy players he currently uses. As he admitted, it was the Spaniard who introduced them to the team. He appreciated his contribution to current successes. – Of course, I'm here now, but he was the one who gave these young players a chance. I just keep relying on them. I give them continuity. This is also thanks to him, Flick emphasized.
Flick has a chance at four trophies this season
Thus, Flick showed great class and spoke warmly about his predecessor, the coach who won two trophies with Barcelona – all in the 2022/23 season. We are talking about the Spanish championship and the national Super Cup. Last season, they did not win any trophy. In addition, the team was very disappointing. That's one of the reasons why Xavi was fired, although the bitterness was probably caused by the Spaniard's words about the club's financial situation.
Now Barcelona has a chance to win many cups. Looking at the statistics, it is one of the best in Europe. In La Liga, they have as many as nine points advantage over Real Madrid, although they have also played one more match. Soon she will be able to add more points to her account. On Sunday at 9:00 p.m. he will play away against Real Sociedad. We invite you to follow the text report from this meeting on the Sport.pl home page and in the Sport.pl LIVE mobile application.