"On the night in Belgium, Barcelona seem to have no clue as to how to stop the Club Brugge attack. Spearheaded by Carlos Forbs, the hosts created chances with ease and and 11 of their 23 attacking attempts ended up with an effort on goal, six of which were big chances. For Club Brugge to create a big chance in every four attempts on goal is a massive red alert to Barcelona's defence - but that has been quite the theme all season."
"In just 15 official games this season, the Catalans have conceded a staggering 20 goals and average a dangerous 1.3 goals conceded per game. A number of factors contribute to Barcelona's struggles in the department this season, ranging from the lack of a coordinated press, the incoherent offside trap and the departure of Inigo Martinez. The truth, however, is that not even Flick has been able to figure out exactly what is wrong with the team's performance at the back."
Barcelona drew with Club Brugge while failing to stop the hosts’ attack, which was spearheaded by Carlos Forbs. Club Brugge produced 23 attacking attempts, 11 on target and six classified as big chances. For Club Brugge to create a big chance in every four attempts on goal highlights severe defensive fragility. In 15 official games Barcelona have conceded 20 goals, averaging 1.3 conceded per game. That marks the second-worst start in club history, behind 2015-16 when 23 goals were conceded after 15 matches. Contributing issues include an uncoordinated press, an incoherent offside trap and the departure of Inigo Martinez. Flick remains committed to his ideology and expects improvement when Joan Garcia, Raphinha and Pedri return.
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