Barcelona's Champions League Woes: Flick Seeks Greater Aggression to Rebound
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Barcelona's disappointing Champions League campaign has left fans and coaches alike searching for answers. After a 3-0 loss to Chelsea, Hansi Flick's side finds itself in 15th place ahead of the next round of matches. The team's struggles were evident in both the loss to Chelsea and the 3-3 draw against Club Brugge, with costly defensive mistakes playing a significant role. In a reality check for the Catalan club, Barcelona's attack failed to score for the first time in 53 games, dating back to December 2024 against Leganes. The team's usual dominance was nowhere to be seen, with Chelsea controlling possession and outscoring Barcelona threefold. Flick acknowledges the need for his team to be more dynamic and aggressive, admitting that the red card given to Ronald Araujo in the 44th minute significantly impacted the match. He also highlighted the importance of converting crucial opportunities, citing Ferran Torres's close-range miss in the fifth minute. With three games left in the league phase, Barcelona will look to rebound against Eintracht Frankfurt next month. Despite the setbacks, Flick remains optimistic, believing that his team can still secure the nine points left to play for. The team's next challenge comes in the Spanish league against Alaves on Saturday, as they seek to regain their footing and bounce back from their Champions League woes.
