Flick: Paris Are the Best Team in the World, and This Star Will Start
Barcelona will be without three defenders and have a fourth doubtful as Flick calls PSG the best team in Europe.
- Barcelona coach Hansi Flick challenged his players on Monday to prove they can compete with European champions Paris Saint-Germain in Tuesday's Champions League fixture at the Parc des Princes, seeking to extend their 11-match winning streak.
- PSG coach Luis Enrique earned Flick's praise for his tactical flexibility and intensity, though Flick acknowledged the French champions possess more maturity than Barcelona, which has evolved significantly over the past 12 months.
- Facing defensive shortages, Flick confirmed Raphinha "can start" in Paris following his hamstring injury, with Frenkie de Jong and Alex Campos providing necessary coverage for the depleted backline.
- Flick's high defensive line involves tactical risk but relies on quick pressing and possession control; "Playing with a high defensive line always involves risk," the German coach noted, with Barcelona having conceded only one goal.
- Seeking his 100th win with Barcelona, Flick views this match as a vital test, telling reporters "It will be a good test for us" while hoping to demonstrate his team's growth against Europe's elite.
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For the Catalan coach, this shock against Paris Saint-Germain will be an opportunity for the Barça to measure his level against one of the best teams in Europe.
Hansi Flick appeared in the press room of the Park of the Princes this Monday before the media to analyze the preview of the match that will measure this Tuesday to the PSG and Barcelona in the third day of the Phase League of the Champions League. «Tomorrow will be a good test for us about ... Continue reading "Flick is undone in praise to Luis Enrique: «He is an excellent coach and plays a fantastic football»"
Barcelona head coach Hans-Dieter Flick spoke about the upcoming Champions League away match against PSG and the work of the Parisian club's head coach Luis Enrique during his pre-match press conference. "I think we will face a serious test tomorrow. I want the team to play confidently, as a team that has won its last 11 matches. We have a game […]
Hansi Flick praised PSG and Luis Enrique before the Champions League duel, and highlighted the challenge Barcelona will face in Paris.
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