Video
The secret behind Flick's verticality at FC Barcelona
Hansi Flick's verticality is wildly misunderstood. In this episode, we find out if his Barca are really that vertical. And if so, how is that different from Xavi?
Video
Hansi Flick's verticality is wildly misunderstood. In this episode, we find out if his Barca are really that vertical. And if so, how is that different from Xavi?
Opinion
Xavi the thinker and Xavi the Barca fan. A legend who bleeds Barca and whose last season as a coach should be one of joy and happy memories
Profile
Clubs under Nagelsmann play attacking football and dominate their opposition, a philosophy that mirrors Barcelona's view of the beautiful game. But he is not without faults.
Podcast
In the latest episode of Fullback, we had the pleasure of hosting Scott Martin, a coach, analyst, and self-proclaimed Madridista on Barcelona's prognosis
Profile
De Zerbi wants to be the protagonist and wants to make the opposition react to him, not vice versa. By taking the initiative and pushing players forward, he ensures he's not reacting to their moves
Podcast
In this podcast we join Andy West to talk about Xavi's difficulties in effectively communicating his tactical vision to the players
Profile
Hansi Flick is likely a better manager than most give him credit. The biggest positives remain his clear and instructive game model, his man-management and his public relations
Video
Frenkie de Jong has been at Barcelona for five years now. And as good as he is - and he is insanely good - it has been difficult to understand his actual fit in this team
Profile
Christensen is a highly progressive player and one with great ball-playing capabilities, but he isn't an evasive dribbler and lacks the press-resistance in tight spaces.
Club
Barca's net debt is down to EUR 550 million, from €672M two season ago. A critical aspect of this net debt is about €227M in unpaid player transfer fees.
Podcast
The podcast explores Barcelona's dire financial situation, which has become a hot topic in football circles. With failed financial manoeuvres and the looming spectre of debt, the club faces tough decisions regarding player sales, transfer strategies, and even its fundamental ownership structure
Tactics
Xavi came in and stabilised the ship. Sadly, however, he wasn't able to take Barcelona back to the top. We discuss why in this tactical analysis.