In the world of football, few sights are as thrilling as watching Barcelona in full flow. The Catalan giants have been tearing opposition defenses to shreds with their scintillating attacking play, netting an astonishing 55 goals in just 16 matches across all competitions this season. Their rampant goal-scoring form shows no signs of abating, with coach Hansi Flick determined to keep the flurry going.
Barcelona Speaking ‘Own Language’ on the Pitch
After dismantling Red Star Belgrade 5-2 in the Champions League, extending their winning streak to seven games, Flick waxed lyrical about his team’s performances. The German tactician believes Barcelona’s success boils down to one simple factor – their undying love for the beautiful game.
The team is doing great because they love to play football and they love to compete against any team. The best of the best, they like to compete against every team.
– Hansi Flick, Barcelona Head Coach
This passion is evident in the way Barcelona approach every match, irrespective of the opponent. Flick’s men have scored three or more goals in a staggering 10 out of their 16 games this season, showcasing their insatiable appetite for finding the back of the net.
Lewandowski and Raphinha Leading the Charge
At the heart of Barcelona’s goal rush are the lethal attacking duo of Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha. The pair were on target once again in the win over Red Star, with Lewandowski bagging a brace to take his season tally to a jaw-dropping 19 goals.
The Polish marksman is now just one goal away from reaching a century of Champions League goals, a feat only previously achieved by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Flick joked about his decision to substitute Lewandowski, saying:
If I knew before, maybe I don’t change him.
– Hansi Flick on subbing off Lewandowski
While Lewandowski grabs the headlines, Raphinha’s contributions cannot be understated. The Brazilian winger was electric against Red Star, tormenting their defense with his pace and trickery. He capped off a fine display with a well-taken goal, further underlining his importance to this Barcelona side.
Kounde’s Assists Reaping Rewards
Another standout performer in Barcelona’s win was defender Jules Kounde. The Frenchman demonstrated his attacking prowess by notching a hat-trick of assists from right-back, prompting high praise from his manager.
We have a lot of players that improved a lot this season, they increase their performance and Jules is an absolute professional player.
– Hansi Flick on Jules Kounde
Kounde’s attacking output adds yet another dimension to Barcelona’s multi-faceted offense. With threats coming from all angles, it’s no wonder opposition teams are struggling to contain the Blaugrana juggernaut.
Sights Set on Continued Dominance
As Barcelona continue to blitz their way through matches, scoring goals for fun, Flick is determined to keep his team grounded. The Catalan club have their sights set on a clean sweep of trophies this season, and their coach knows maintaining this scintillating form will be key.
Flick will hope his side can maintain their goal-scoring momentum when they return to LaLiga action against Real Sociedad on Sunday. With the way Barcelona are playing, you wouldn’t bet against them filling their boots once again.
If Barcelona can sustain this level of performance, driven by their insatiable love for the game, we could be witnessing the start of another era of dominance for the Catalan club. Buckle up and enjoy the ride, because this Barcelona team is speaking their own language on the pitch – the language of goals.
