Barcelona Looks to Improve Defence Ahead of 2024/25 Season

In a post-match interview following their 2-2 draw against Manchester City, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick expressed his desire for the team to improve their defense. The friendly match, held in Orlando, Florida, was a thrilling affair with both teams putting on an impressive display.

Although the match ended in a draw, Barcelona took home the win in the subsequent penalty shootout by a margin of 4-1. The German tactician was particularly pleased with his team’s overall performance, mentioning that they "defended like a team and attacked like a team" during the game.

However, Flick highlighted that the team’s performance was not without its flaws, pinpointing their tendency to defend from the back as an area that requires improvement. He emphasized the need for Barcelona to work on this aspect of their gameplay, stating that "it’s not what I like the most. We have to improve on that."

With their next match set to take place against bitter rivals Real Madrid on Sunday, Barcelona will be hoping to build on their momentum and tackle their defensive concerns. Fans of the Catalonian club will be eagerly waiting to see how the team adapts and improves ahead of the upcoming 2024/25 season.

Main Image: A photograph of Barcelona’s Manager Hansi Flick during his post-match interview, expression thoughtful and reflective, as if pondering ways to address the team’s defensive vulnerabilities.