Aspen: During the international match day, Flick met with various departments of Barcelona to discuss improving performance

According to "AS", during the international match day, Barcelona coach Flick used this time to meet with the physical coach, other departments of the first team, and some players to discuss how to improve the team's performance.

Before this international match day, Barcelona suffered two consecutive defeats, losing to Paris Saint-Germain and Sevilla respectively. The Red and Blues have lost their top spot in La Liga. While the overall results were not bad, the team seemed to lack the intensity, unity, energy and sparkle of last season.

The Barcelona coach severely criticized the players after the game against Rayo Vallecano for "arrogance will destroy success", but he seemed more tolerant after losing to Sevilla. He said: "There is now an intermission period where the players can change the environment and adjust to the national team. After returning, we will try to improve and work hard to restore our standards."

The physical condition of some Barcelona players is lower than expected, resulting in the team being unable to compete as high-intensity as in the past. For example, against Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona ran out of energy in the second half, in part because they had to run so much to fight for the ball.

Flick's tactical system emphasizes high-position defense and high-pressure pressing. If the team cannot maintain high intensity, it will be suicidal. The word "intensity" was used repeatedly after the defeat at Estadio Pizjuan. Kubasi mentioned that the pressure starts from the front, while Pedri said bluntly: "We need to improve in many aspects. We lack intensity and we cannot defend well." Flick also mentioned the need for a better defensive structure.

After clarifying the problem, the team must work harder after the intermission period, regain the spirit of unity and cooperation last season, and look forward to the return of injured players so that the team can regain competitiveness. Fermin's return is expected to stimulate Olmo's form, Rafinha always brings an extra competitive edge to the team, Yamal is currently the most threatening player, and Juan Garcia was in excellent form before injury.