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Barcelona supervisor Hansi Flick is going through two vital choice dilemmas forward of the Spanish Tremendous Cup ultimate.
It should be famous that since taking cost on the membership, Flick has made daring decisions in shaping his squad, which has largely been all the way down to the variety of accidents, however the upcoming ultimate presents distinctive challenges as he seems to be to area his finest workforce.
Within the semi-final in opposition to Athletic Membership, the German supervisor made some notable selections. Gavi was launched into the beginning lineup rather than Dani Olmo.
The latter, regardless of being bodily match, confronted a delay in acquiring his federation registration, which prevented him from being eligible to play till 24 hours had handed.
In the meantime, Wojciech Szczesny retained his spot because the beginning goalkeeper. This got here after Inaki Pena arrived late to the morning activation session, which opened the door for Szczesny to start out.
Two huge selections
Hansi Flick faces two huge selections. (Photograph by Alex Caparros/Getty Pictures)
Gavi made probably the most of his alternative, delivering a stellar efficiency. He not solely scored the opening purpose but additionally supplied a decisive help to Lamine for the second, cementing Barcelona’s path to victory.
Now, Flick should determine whether or not to present Gavi continuity within the ultimate or restore Olmo, who missed out on latest video games however will now be out there for choice after CSD’s ruling.
An identical dilemma exists in purpose. Szczesny has been spectacular in his two begins, maintaining clear sheets in consecutive matches, together with in opposition to Athletic Membership.
His essential saves, notably in opposition to Inaki Williams and Gorka Guruzeta, showcased his reliability.
Alternatively, Pena had beforehand solidified his place because the first-choice goalkeeper after Marc-André ter Stegen’s damage however now faces robust competitors.
As the ultimate approaches, Flick should weigh his choices rigorously. Whereas these selections could also be robust, they mirror the depth and high quality of the present Barcelona squad—an issue any supervisor would welcome.
With a trophy on the road, each alternative will likely be pivotal in securing victory.
