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Barcelona vs PSG: Flick Urges Yamal to Improve Work Rate

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Hansi Flick speaks to the media
Hansi Flick speaks to the media



Barcelona's coach, Hansi Flick, emphasized that 18-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal needs to improve his work rate to reach the next level, ahead of their Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain.


Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal must 'work hard' to reach top level, says Flick...


Barcelona's coach, Hansi Flick, is emphasizing the importance of teamwork and defensive solidity ahead of their Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain. Last season, Barcelona secured a domestic treble by winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. However, their Champions League campaign fell short as they were beaten by Inter Milan in the semi-finals, despite impressive performances from 18-year-old winger Lamine Yamal.


Yamal returned from a groin injury on Sunday against Real Sociedad in La Liga and provided an assist a minute after coming off the bench during a bright second-half cameo.


“(Calling him) super, super, super... I don't like this... he's 18 years old and for me he also has to focus on working hard,” Flick told reporters.


“It's not always easy, with talent you can get to this point, but to reach the next level, one or two steps more -- and I think he's able to do that - he has to work hard.”


Flick wants Lamine Yamal and his teammates to be disciplined when PSG has possession, stressing that “it's not only about playing with the ball, it's also defending.” This approach, Flick believes, will make all the difference in the game. Yamal, who finished as runner-up at the Ballon d'Or gala last week behind PSG's Ousmane Dembele, is keen to shine after returning from a groin injury that kept him out for a while. 


The match between Barcelona and PSG promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to make a strong impression in the Champions League group stage.


“This is what we need from every player - even a great player with the ball like him - and this makes the difference.”


Hansi Flick emphasized that to defeat PSG, Barcelona must maintain peak performance from the opening whistle to the final blow, staying focused and playing at their highest level throughout the entire match. This approach, he believes, will be crucial in securing a win against the French champions.


Barcelona's coach, Hansi Flick, has praised Marcus Rashford, saying he has “arrived” and established himself as a key player on the left flank. With Raphinha out injured, Rashford is expected to start against Paris Saint-Germain. This comes after a strong performance from Rashford, who scored twice in Barcelona's opening Champions League win against Newcastle.


Rashford's move to Barcelona from Manchester United has been a successful one so far, with the English forward adapting well to the team's style and scoring crucial goals. Flick's praise for Rashford highlights the player's hard work and dedication to the team. Rashford has credited Flick as a key reason for joining Barcelona, praising the coach's ability to unlock a player's potential.




Rashford's impressive form has made him a fan favorite at Barcelona, and his partnership with Flick could prove crucial in the team's upcoming matches, including the Champions League clash against PSG.



Rashford's Stats:
  • Goals: 2 goals in Barcelona's opening Champions League match against Newcastle
  • Position: Left flank
  • Current Status: Set to start against PSG with Raphinha out injured


Barcelona's coach, Hansi Flick, has advised teenage sensation Lamine Yamal to focus on enhancing his work rate to reach the pinnacle of his game. This comes ahead of the highly anticipated Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain. Flick believes Yamal has immense potential but needs to put in the effort to take his game to the next level.




Lamine Yamal, who finished as runner-up at the Ballon d'Or gala last week, behind PSG's Ousmane Dembele, is eager to shine in the Champions League clash. He returned from a groin injury on Sunday, playing a crucial role in Barcelona's win against Real Sociedad, providing an assist shortly after coming off the bench.


Flick's message comes as Barcelona prepares to face PSG, a team that has historically posed challenges for them. Despite PSG's depleted lineup, Paris Saint-Germain will face significant absences, including key attackers Ousmane Dembélé, who previously played for Barcelona, as well as Désiré Doué and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.




“Everyone can see it in the last games, the Newcastle match gives him a lot of confidence and now he's here, he's now arrived in Barcelona,” said Flick.


“This is not always easy, to come to La Liga... with different opponents, a different style of how we play football, he's adapted (well).”


 Despite these absences in the PSG lineup, Barcelona midfielder Pedri believes his team is favored to win, highlighting Barcelona's strength and confidence ahead of the match.




“PSG are one of the best teams in the world, and we are the best - or at least that's how I see it,” he told reporters.


In the 2024 Champions League quarterfinals, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Barcelona 4-1 at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, with PSG ultimately progressing 6-4 on aggregate. The match saw Barcelona's Ronald Araujo being sent off in the 29th minute, which significantly impacted the team's performance. Despite Raphinha's early goal for Barcelona in the 12th minute, PSG dominated the match with goals from Ousmane Dembélé, Vitinha, and Kylian Mbappé, who scored twice, including a penalty. This outcome marked a challenging loss for Barcelona, but they had taken a crucial step in the first leg, winning 3-2 at the Parc des Princes.


Pedri speaks to the media
Pedri speaks to the media



“Every Barca fan knows that we were close to going through two seasons ago,” said Pedri.


“There's always revenge in football and that's what we want - it's the kind of game that's most enjoyable.”





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