Barcelona's turnaround

Lamine Yamal had an explosive performance in La Liga season 2024/25.

17 years old, but the role of a legend. Lamine Yamal not only broke the deadlock in the decisive match against Espanyol in the early morning of May 16, but also opened a new era for Barcelona. When the world was still cautious with those young shoulders, the La Masia talent carved his name into the team's history - in a proud and courageous way.

Yamal’s strike at Cornella was the defining moment of the season. It was a championship-calibre goal that sealed Barcelona’s La Liga title in convincing fashion. It wasn’t the most dazzling display, but it was a strategic victory – the kind of victory won by teams who know how to make history, where results are the only measure.

Hansi Flick - the outstanding architect

No one deserves more credit than Hansi Flick - the teacher who led Barcelona through the storm in just one season. When he arrived in Catalonia, the team was in tatters: patchwork of personnel, fluctuating form, and wavering confidence. In just one season, without the need for a blockbuster transfer, the former Bayern captain transformed that team into a winning machine.

Flick doesn't build a team around stars; he builds a system. A clear philosophy combined with tactical discipline has helped players who seemed "out of time" regain their peak form. Under the German, Barcelona have not only been revived - they have returned as a formidable force in Europe.

To sum up this season: success beyond all expectations. Three domestic titles, a ticket to the Champions League semi-finals - just two fateful minutes away from the final at Giuseppe Meazza. But most impressive is the return of La Masia to its inherent position.

Hansi Flick helps Barcelona win La Liga in 2024/25 season.

Not only Lamine Yamal, but also Pau Cubarsi, Fermin Lopez and many other young talents - all proved that they were not simply "rising stars" but "pillars of the future". What was amazing was that this group of players shone in their first season, under enormous pressure from the media and the expectations of millions of fans. Instead of collapsing, they exploded - a clear sign that Barcelona had truly transformed.

It can be said that no other European team plays like Barcelona. Their controlling style of play, high-speed passing, flexibility in the 4-2-3-1 formation and lightning-fast transitions have become their trademarks. Even forces like Bayern or Man City, when facing each other, have to be wary of their full-field pressing ability.

The difference is that Barcelona don't rely on individuals. They rely on systems. Even when Flick rotates his squad, even when key players are missing, the game still runs smoothly - as precise as a Swiss watch. Something Real Madrid, PSG or even Arsenal have not been able to do this season.

Challenges ahead

However, there is no such thing as a perfect season. Barcelona still need to overcome weaknesses if they want to maintain their title: the defense sometimes loses focus, the squad depth is not enough to rotate across many arenas, and the finishing efficiency is still inconsistent at decisive moments.

Adding personnel is a must if they want to conquer the Champions League next season. But that is a story for the upcoming transfer window. For now, Catalonia can enjoy this sweet moment.

Lamine Yamal is the future of Barcelona.

Joan Laporta’s vision must be recognized. Under heavy pressure from the media and skepticism about his financial capabilities and sporting strategy, he was decisive: he chose Flick and trusted Deco - who worked silently but with extraordinary efficiency. It was this duo that brought the club’s sporting structure back on track.

On the other hand, we cannot help but mention Real Madrid's failure. The blockbuster deal of Kylian Mbappe was expected to take them to the top, but the result was a dismal season. No titles, no mark and a disjointed squad. President Florentino Perez, with all his huge investments, had to face one of the most memorable failures of his career.

This weekend, Barcelona will be ablaze with victory. The parade of champions awaits. The final game in Montjuic is not just the end of the season, but the beginning of a new era, with the 20-year-old leading one of the greatest teams on the planet.

After all, there are three names that deserve deep gratitude after Barcelona's success in the 2024/25 season. They are Hansi Flick - the talented teacher, Joan Laporta - the fearless president, and Lamine Yamal - the young icon who revived the pride of Catalonia.

Source: https://znews.vn/tinh-the-dao-nguoc-cua-barcelona-post1553464.html