After seven games played in 2025/26, Barcelona is undefeated all competitions and has a point ahead of his clasico rival, Real Madrid, in Liga.
Real Madrid's 5-2 defeat in the derby against Atlético Madrid offered Hansi Flick's men an ideal situation before receiving Real Sociedad, but they had to fight for the victory against their Basque visitors.
Former Merengues defender Alvaro Odriozola, created the surprise at the start of the match, before Jules Kounde was ingarting, scoring his first goal of the season.
Robert Lewandowski scored the goal of victory at the time of play, while Lamine Yamal, back on the bench, impressed after 30 minutes of play.
Koundé overcome some difficulties at the start of the season to regain his place as a Flick holder at the Catalans right back, but he was very critical of the overall performance of Barça.
Koundé criticizes Barça's difficulties in the face of Real Sociedad
“We lacked intensity, our defense was not good enough and we did not know how to control the interior passes, which cost us dearly on goal,” reports Marca.
Jules Koundé evokes the weaknesses of Barça
“I didn't like our last 25 minutes of the match. We had too much difficulty and we did not have control of the ball. The previous 70 minutes were rather good; We had more than two opportunities to score. I didn't like the end of the match. »»
“I think we are performing offensively and defensively on kicking stopped for some time. This year, with the arrival of Rashford and Rony, we added two good shooters, which is an asset. »»
The next step for Kounde and Barcelona is a return to action in the UEFA Champions League while former coach Luis Enrique brings the defending champion, Paris Saint-Germain, in Catalonia on October 1 for the second round of the championship phase.
