For only the third time in the history of FC Barcelona, they have won 7 out of 7 games at the start of La Liga. The earlier seasons were 2013-14 and 2017-18.
FC Barcelona with the number of players out injured, delivering performances consistently in the league is exceptional. Players like Aroujo, Gavi, Andres Christensen, De Jong, and Dani Olmo have been out for a while, on top of that the recent injury upsets of Marc Bernal and Ter Stegen haunt the club. However, the hot streak of the club in the league has not been affected so far. The blue and red secured all 21 vital points in 7 matches delivering convincing performances in each one of them clinging to the top of the league.
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Flick wholeheartedly depended on the players of La Masia as the club's financial dilemma allowed no inclusion of heavyweights in the summer transfer window. The Barca manager gave minutes to players like Marc Bernal and Marc Casado as a double pivot in the midfield. He also trusted Martinez, denying his departure from the club. He gave his flair to the Barca style of play which has been working since the time he arrived.
Flick's Arrival
Hansi Flick's arrival in the club with high expectations has not been ruled out. Xavi's exit from the club did not sit well with the Barcelona fans. Speculation of hiring a manager just because he was a free agent and came with less salary package.
However, the situation turned out differently. Flick's team hasn't lost a single match in the league. He gained the trust of the fans and quickly won over the dressing room.
The sum up of Flick's journey so far in the club has been phenomenal, but with the injuries and increased number of games weekly can his team sustain a long-lasting performance throughout the season? Maybe at some point in time, the intensity of players may reduced, and players may face fatigue.