"When Hansi Flick boarded the plane with a 24-man squad for the Spanish Super Cup, he also carried the hopes of several Barcelona players who are on the brink of their first silverware in Blaugrana colours. The tournament kicks off with Barcelona facing Athletic Club in the semi-final, and for a number of squad members, this trip feels like a turning point."
"Rashford's situation is slightly different, but no less important. The English forward has been one of Barcelona's most productive players in the first half of the season, contributing directly to goals on a regular basis. With seven goals and 11 assists from 25 appearances, he has justified Flick's trust and is expected to play a role in Saudi Arabia, even if not from the first whistle."
"Among them are the three signings made last summer, namely, Joan Garcia, Marcus Rashford, and Rooney Bardghji. Marc Bernal missed most of last season after suffering a serious injury early on, and this Super Cup will be his first real taste of the competition. The same sense of novelty applies to young players Pedro 'Dro' Fernandez, Tommy Marques, and Jofre Torrents, all of whom are part of the first-team dynamic but rarely see match action."
Hansi Flick travelled with a 24-man squad to the Spanish Super Cup as several Barcelona players chase first silverware in Blaugrana colours. Joan Garcia is a near-certain starter after becoming one of Flick's most trusted players and impressing in the Espanyol derby. Marcus Rashford has been highly productive with seven goals and 11 assists from 25 appearances and is expected to contribute in Saudi Arabia, even if not from the start. Rooney Bardghji has made 13 appearances and provides energy and movement as a game-changing option. Marc Bernal returns from a long injury layoff, while Pedro 'Dro' Fernandez, Tommy Marques and Jofre Torrents offer youthful depth.
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