"Many fans will say, be patient, Barcelona will come good this season once they are fit and healthy again. I can't say I share the optimism, but I'd be glad to be wrong. Barcelona are their own worst enemies at the moment. They're making it way too easy on their opponents, regardless of how good or bad they are, to get in on goals, and have a chance to defeat the Catalan giants."
"It would be easy for Hansi Flick to make excuses and buy time. Pedri and Raphinha are out. That hurts the offense. Joan García is out. That makes it easier for opponents to score goals. 76% possession against Brugge, with 22 shots generated. The difference is that Barcelona is shooting contested three pointers, while Brugge is biding their time defensively, and waiting for the easy layup."
"Change has to start with their defensive approach. From the forwards all the way down to the goalkeeper, it will be a great disappointment if we don't start to see Flick change his approach. The manager is in charge, and he has to take accountability. Don't listen to the fans and pundits. Look at the faces of your own players. From the body language, you are starting to see a team that is losing faith i"
Barcelona face injuries to key attackers including Pedri, Raphinha and Joan García, weakening offensive potency and defensive cover. The team often dominates possession and generates many shots, yet creates contested chances while allowing opponents easy opportunities and goals. The current style has become predictable and lacks a Plan B, reducing effectiveness in Champions League and La Liga title races. Tactical responsibility rests with the manager to alter defensive organisation from the front line through the goalkeeper, restore confidence, and implement pragmatic adjustments. Without clear changes, the squad risks further loss of belief and continued poor results.
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