Jules Koundé asserts himself more than ever as a centerpiece of FC Barcelona's framework. The French right side, author of a solid and regular season under the Catalan colors, distinguished itself during the King Cup final on Saturday, scoring the goal of victory against Real Madrid (3-2) of a distant strike outside the surface.
After the meeting, Koundé received the praise from his coach Hansi Flick. The German technician did not fail to evoke the importance of the tricolor defender in the Barcelona collective, both defensive and offensive.
An essential element
“In the second half, Madrid was very good, but Koundé saved two occasions from Real and it was he who ended up scoring in overtime. It was incredible. When I saw the celebration, it was crazy and the players deserved it, I am very happy ”, commented the ex-selection of Germany.
With 52 games played in all competitions, 4 goals and 8 assists to his credit, Koundé is an indisputable holder. He is also the most used player under the leadership of Flick, with 4,381 minutes of play, ahead of Pedri (4107) and Raphinha (4072).
