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Lamine Yamal is the inspiration in Barca's style of play. |
We didn't have to wait for the Joan Gamper Trophy to know that Barcelona were on the right track. The second friendly of the summer - albeit a test match - was enough to give fans a glimpse of light on the horizon. Barca won 7-3 against FC Seoul, with Lamine Yamal scoring twice.
Barcelona attack on fire
The tempo of the game was low, but the way Barcelona started the game showed they were playing with a confidence and discipline not seen in recent seasons. The presence of Hansi Flick on the touchline and Lamine Yamal on the pitch seemed to form a promising partnership, both guiding and lighting up a team in transition.
Right from the starting lineup, Hansi Flick showed that he had no intention of hiding anything. Only the goalkeeper position changed - when Joan Garcia was tested - the rest was a familiar frame.
No longer experimenting too far, Flick has preferred to build on the old foundations, rather than completely destroying the legacy of Xavi Hernandez. This is a wise move: maintain cohesion, strengthen with discipline, and expand with an open, attacking mindset - a version of Barca that is both traditional and new.
And then, Lamine Yamal once again made everyone mention his name. With two goals in the first half alone, this young talent is no longer just a "rising star" - he is and is the heart of Barcelona's attack.
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Yamal shined with a double in Barca's 7-3 win over FC Seoul. |
His improvisational dribbling, coolness in front of goal and tactical awareness beyond his 18 years make it seem like Yamal is not only the present, but also the one who will shape the future of the Catalan team. What's special is that Yamal doesn't need to show off with Lionel Messi-style solo runs or Erling Haaland-style strength - he convinces with rare intelligence and sophistication.
Take attack as philosophy of life
However, the victory was not entirely complete. Barcelona's defense - still an inherent weakness - allowed an underrated opponent to score three goals. This was not an individual error, but the result of poor organization when losing the ball.
But that also partly reflects Flick's clear philosophy: he does not want a Barcelona that plays it safe. Attacking is still the priority, even taking risks, as long as it results in goals and dictates the game. That is why Flick can accept temporary scratches at the back, in exchange for a more dynamic face up front.
In the second half, Flick rotated his squad and received positive signals. Ferran Torres showed that his killer instinct was still there, every touch of the ball contained danger. Gavi played as if he was fighting to reclaim the position that once belonged to him - strong, aggressive and energetic.
Jofre Torrents - a name that is still unknown to many - surprised with his intelligent movement and a sensational assist. Even Marcus Rashford, who is still in the process of adapting, managed to leave some marks with his more confident and sharp play.
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Flick helps Barca attack with fire. |
In particular, the debuts of Toni Fernandez and Guille - two young faces - also brought some spice to the match. Although they only played for a few dozen minutes, both still left a positive image of the spirit of integration and seriousness. In a team that is being rebuilt, the appearance of young factors is a guarantee for Barcelona's sustainable development strategy under Flick.
The Joan Gamper Cup is up next, where Cesc Fabregas and Como will be the first real test. But whatever the result, Barcelona fans have reason to be optimistic. They have two dynasty-changing players: a Champions League-winning coach who plays modern, imposing football, and a teenager who is playing like a true superstar.
Flick - the tactical compass. Yamal - the lighthouse at the forefront of attack. When these two work together, Barcelona can dream beyond any expectations set at the start of the season. And this time, it’s not just a dream… it could be a real journey.
Source: https://znews.vn/flick-thoi-lua-yamal-thap-sang-post1573187.html
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