FC Barcelona left San Sebastián with a defeat that matters in the standings and feels worse than most. The 2-1 loss to Real Sociedad ends an 11-game winning run and trims the lead over Real Madrid to a single point. That part is the part that hurts, and it cannot be softened. But behind the … Read more
Barcelona Advance, But Champions League Performance Sparks Concern Table of Contents Barcelona Advance, But Champions League Performance Sparks Concern Dortmund 3-1 Barcelona: Key Takeaways & Tactical Analysis Dortmund’s High-Pressing Game: The Foundation of Success Benefits of a High-Pressing System Barcelona’s Midfield Struggles: A Tale of Disconnection Practical Tips for Enhancing Midfield Performance Dortmund’s Attacking Threat: … Read more
Barca into the semis but defeat raises doubts Barcelona made it through to the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in six years but Tuesday’s 3-1 defeat to Dortmund means there are plenty of doubts about whether they can go all the way. Hansi Flick’s side are over-achieving this season but their exploits mean … Read more
Brilliant Barcelona get the job done Barcelona’s 4-0 win over Dortmund means the Catalans have one foot in the semi-finals ahead of the return in Germany next week. Before the game, Hansi Flick had called on his side to get the job done at Montjuic and take a strong result to Signal Iduna Park and … Read more
Barcelona can’t stop scoring – even without Raphinha Barcelona continued their unbeaten run in 2025 with a 4-1 win over Girona that keeps Hansi Flick’s men three points clear at the top of the table in Spain. The Catalans scored four times to take their tally to 139 goals in 45 games. That’s a stat … Read more