Hansi Flick pointed out Barca's defensive problems
During this international break, Flick's Barça identified repeated defensive errors during defeats against PSG and Sevilla, linked to a lack of coordination and poorly anticipated tactical decisions. The goals conceded were often born from poorly placed jumps from Koundé and Cubarsà under pressure, causing disorder and spaces being exploited by the opponents. Players like De Jong, Lamine Yamal and Eric Garcia failed to correct these flaws in real time, making the situation worse. This disorganization fueled a visible lack of confidence in Seville, where fatigue amplified collective errors. Flick and his staff are now working to correct these deficiencies before the next matches.
The FIFA Virus continues to wreak havoc
Dani Olmo, Franco Mastantuono and Kylian MbappĂ© left their selections prematurely due to injuries. Enough to relaunch the debate on the overexploitation of players and the organization of more and more matches by FIFA. Spain is angry over the injury exit of star Kylian MbappĂ©. “ MbappĂ©, a goal and an alarm “, writing A.S. on its front page. Hit in the right ankle, the French number 10 had to give up his place in the 82nd minute. A scenario that made our neighbors cringe. Kylian MbappĂ© had already arrived weakened at Clairefontaine because of this same ankle. If Real Madrid has not yet reacted, the Spanish press has already deemed the decision to play MbappĂ© irresponsible. We are also worried about Franco Mastantuono, who suffered a hamstring injury. Absent last night during the victory against Venezuela (1-0), he will also miss the match against Puerto Rico. Finally, Barça midfielder Dani Olmo injured his left leg and will miss Spain's next two qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup against Georgia and Bulgaria. Arriving at training camp already tired, he was only able to complete part of the session before tests confirmed a muscle injury. He returned to Barcelona to begin his convalescence and his participation in the Classico scheduled in two weeks is compromised.
A historic goal for Memphis Depay
“ From flop at United to Dutch legend », writes the Mirror for Memphis Depay. Despite a difficult spell at Manchester United where he scored just seven goals in 53 games, he overcame his failures at club to become the Netherlands' all-time top scorer. His 53rd goal, scored during his 103rd selection at the end of the match against Malta, confirms his international consistency. With still a World Cup and a Euro ahead of him, Depay continues to shine and leave his mark on Dutch football and proves that his talent far exceeds the difficulties encountered at club.
