Flick is anxious! Rashford has become a tactical hazard for Barcelona, ​​and his left wing vulnerability has been frantically targeted by opponents.

Barcelona coach Flick admitted that the team still has tactical loopholes that need to be resolved before the upcoming game against Celta Vigo.

The German coach said at the pre-match press conference that there are some weak links in the team's lineup that need urgent attention, especially the left area where Balde and Rashford work together. Flick's remarks are not a criticism of the player's performance - in fact, Rashford has been one of Barcelona's most threatening offensive points this season.

The core problem lies in the team's overall tactical coordination: Barcelona's pressing lacks consistency, and the defensive system is often out of touch, giving opponents opportunities to take advantage of.

Barcelona’s tactical crux

Currently, the left wing has clearly become the focus of concern for the coaching staff. In the game against Club Brugge, Barcelona's defensive shortcomings were exposed early: the opening goal was conceded due to Balde's failure to approach Carlos Forbes in time, allowing the winger to accelerate the breakthrough and send a precise assist to Nicolo Tresoldi.

What makes matters worse is Rashford's limited defensive contribution: Although the England star is very influential on the offensive end, he neglects his tracking responsibilities, causing Bald and other players in the defense to frequently face the pressure of opponents. Flick's coaching team is carefully analyzing this segment of the game to prepare for the match against Celta Vigo.

The impact of Raphinha's absence

Another factor that disrupts Barcelona's offensive and defensive balance is Raphinha's continued absence - the Brazilian star has been injured for more than a month. While he contributed 34 goals last season, he also became a key part of the team's tactical system with his relentless pressing, abundant physical fitness and ability to drive his teammates.

Without him, Barcelona's offensive and defensive conversion efficiency has dropped significantly, and the forward line seems far less cooperative than before. For Flick, especially before Raphinha returns from injury, re-establishing control on the left wing will be a core priority in the next few games.