Podcast
Does Xavi need to revert to his 4 box midfield?
In this episode, we discuss if Xavi needs to return to his box midfield, if Marc Guiu can give this forward line value after the winter break along with Vitor Roque.
Dev Das
Football is my happy place. Barcelona is my habit,
Podcast
Clueless in Culeverse
Bereft of ideas, bereft of identity and bereft of solutions Barca look susceptible to defeat by any team in the domestic league, but whats even worse, Barca seem to be in a place where they don't know what their identity should be.
Podcast
Launching Fullback : The BarcaFutbol podcast
Dom and I discuss various topics including the team's current performance, responses to fan questions on players like Romeo and Felix, and the future potential of Balde and Gavi.
Profile
İlkay Gündoğan at Barça: What's the Perfect Role for the Perfect Midfielder?
Does Xavi put the German on the left to prioritise his attacking presence or does he ensure more control by sticking him on the right instead?
Profile
Oriol Romeu: The perfect band-aid for Barcelona's Busquets-sized wound
Romeu’s comeback story begins now and hopefully, this time around, he will be able to fully show his worth.
Preview
Athletic Club opposition analysis: Xavi vs Valverde Round 2
Athletic Club’s defensive structure is still solid but a couple of squeaky wheels alongside some mechanical flaws could cause trouble for Valverde’s men when they welcome the Catalan giants at San Mames this Sunday.
BarcaFutbol,
Ferran Torres and the art of elite movement
Some things in football are very difficult to quantify. For example, how does one properly assess the importance of a morale boost? Or how do you use data to show the true value of negative passing? Often, there are things happening in the background many don’t notice that ultimately
Profile
The anatomy of the rise and fall of Marc-André ter Stegen
Ter Stegen’s technique has become inconsistent which before, he could make up for, in sheer athleticism and power
About Us
What is BarcaFutbol
A personal newsletter/blog on Barca, player analysis, data analysis, coaching and scouting. What will you get Match analysis, player profiles and scouting reports. Long-form and packed with commentary, data and insights. This is purely a passion project where I publish weekly articles on topics related to Barca that