Barcelona’s supervisor, Hansi Flick, has given an encouraging replace, confirming that younger defender Pau Cubarsi shall be a part of the travelling squad for the match towards Actual Sociedad on Sunday.
Flick shared his ideas throughout a latest press briefing, the place he lined a spread of matters, together with the health standing of Lamine Yamal and Dani Olmo.
“I believe Pau shall be there, he skilled with us all through the session. Lamine has accomplished particular energy work, he has performed lots and we’ll see how he’s tomorrow,” he started saying.
Based on Flick, Yamal has been concerned in particular energy coaching periods as a consequence of his frequent play, and the employees is carefully monitoring his situation. In the meantime, Dani Olmo had felt unwell however was reported to be enhancing, with hopes he could be match for the match.
“He has performed lots and we’ve to deal with him. Dani Olmo felt a bit dangerous, and uncomfortable through the evening. This morning he was a bit higher, they’re treating him and we’ll see though I believe he shall be prepared tomorrow.”
Barcelona’s momentum and successful streak
Hansi Flick says Pau Cubarsi shall be obtainable for tomorrow’s recreation. (Picture by Pedro Salado/Getty Photographs)
When requested about Barcelona’s latest successful streak, Flick emphasised the crew’s aim of successful each recreation.
He expressed admiration for Actual Sociedad’s fashion of play, describing them as a technical and clever crew, which he believes will make the match notably partaking.
“We wish to win each recreation. Now we play towards Actual Sociedad and I actually like the best way they play. They’re a technical and really clever crew. It is going to be an attention-grabbing recreation tomorrow.”
Flick additionally mentioned the significance of resting his gamers, explaining that whereas coaching is important, it’s generally useful to permit the crew an opportunity to get well and calm down, particularly after intense matches.
“We spoke to the teaching employees and we checked how the gamers had been doing. We at all times like to coach, however the second coaching session after the match is just not that intense and it’s good that they’ll calm down a bit,” he famous.
Barcelona’s dominance and Actual Sociedad
Flick admits he’s happy with his crew. (Picture by David Ramos/Getty Photographs)
Reflecting on Barcelona’s latest performances, Flick highlighted his pleasure within the crew’s collective effort, particularly their capability to complete video games as a unit.
He famous that of their final recreation towards Purple Star, the crew showcased robust coordination and teamwork.
“There are various issues I’m happy with. I at all times have a look at the final recreation and towards Purple Star we noticed that we completed collectively.”
Flick contrasted this with the sport towards Espanyol, the place he felt the crew’s second-half efficiency lacked the identical unity. Nevertheless, he was happy to see a return to type, with the gamers defending and attacking cohesively.
“Towards Espanyol, the second half wasn’t good as a result of we didn’t end as a crew. The crew performs as a bunch and it’s often simpler to play like that.”
Addressing the significance of the sport towards Actual Sociedad, Flick identified that, like each different match, it holds three beneficial factors.
He acknowledged that successful gained’t be easy and pressured the necessity for sustained teamwork over the complete 90 minutes.
“It could merely be another match. There are 3 factors at stake, it’s our aim but it surely gained’t be simple. Now we have to work greater than 90 minutes collectively as a crew.”
Inigo Martinez and Robert Lewandowski
Robert Lewandowski and Inigo Martinez have been essential. (Picture by Alex Caparros/Getty Photographs)
Flick additionally touched on Inigo Martinez’s efficiency and contract scenario. He praised Martinez’s position as a frontrunner in a predominantly younger squad, noting his optimistic affect in coaching periods.
“His efficiency, he’s nice and he’s actually a frontrunner. Now we have a really younger crew and it’s essential to have skilled gamers. In coaching he often wins each recreation, it’s excellent to see that.”
Whereas Flick has no direct involvement in contract negotiations, he expressed confidence that Martinez’s wonderful efficiency makes a contract renewal a pure subsequent step.
“The contract is just not my job, mine is to enhance the gamers. If it really works, it could be regular for the contract to be renewed. Unimaginable efficiency,” he mentioned.
Relating to Robert Lewandowski, Flick confirmed the striker’s robust health ranges and dominated out the necessity for relaxation. He notably praised Lewandowski’s defensive contributions, which have added to his total influence on the crew.
“For me, he’s 100% match, in excellent form and doesn’t want relaxation. What impresses me is his efficiency in defence. I’m not contemplating giving him a relaxation.”
On crew punctuality, Flick was clear about his expectations, citing it as a matter of respect. Late arrivals disrupt the group and undermine respect for one another, which he considers important in a high-performing crew.
“It’s a rule. I don’t speak in regards to the previous, but it surely’s a matter of respect. If you happen to arrive 5 minutes late, the others have to attend for you and that’s not respect.”
Frenkie de Jong and Henry’s feedback
Frenkie de Jong might play full 90 minutes tomorrow. (Picture by Angel Martinez/Getty Photographs)
When requested about Frenkie de Jong’s taking part in time, Flick shared that they’re engaged on getting him totally match to play the whole 90 minutes, with efforts ongoing to increase his match endurance.
“Now we have tried to get him to play 90 minutes. And we’ll strive it extra, we’ll strive.”
Commenting on Thierry Henry’s remarks about Xavi, Flick respectfully acknowledged Xavi’s position and affect, particularly his concentrate on giving younger gamers an opportunity.
“It’s not honest to check my work with Xavi’s. I’ve the utmost respect for him as a result of he was a participant and a coach.”
Flick sees his personal position as an extension of this legacy, nurturing younger expertise and constructing on the foundations laid by Xavi.
“He gave younger gamers an opportunity and we’ve to present him credit score for that. I’m persevering with alongside this line,” concluded the supervisor.
Supply: SPORT