The 22-year-old Ansu Fati is considered the most awkward person in Barcelona: wearing the sacred No. 10 jersey, yet unable to get any opportunities. On January 15th, according to "Mundo Deportivo," the Barcelona club and coaching staff hope that Fati will leave during the winter transfer window, but the player still does not want to go. In the 2024-25 season, Fati has only made 8 appearances, totaling 186 minutes. This "Messi's successor" scored his last goal on November 9, 2023, while on loan at Brighton. In the past 430 days, Fati has either been recovering from injuries or sitting on the bench, even watching from the stands, with very few chances to play. "Mundo Deportivo" points out that Barcelona coach Flick has not included Fati in his plans. Barcelona's attacking line includes Lewandowski, Rafinha, Amal, Olmo, Fermin, Ferran Torres, Torre, and Victor, leaving no room for Fati. Staying at Barcelona, Fati can only continue to sit on the bench. In the semi-finals and finals of the Spanish Super Cup, Fati couldn't even make it onto the bench. In the two key matches where Barcelona defeated Athletic Bilbao 2-0 and Real Madrid 5-2, Fati did not make the squad and could only watch from the stands. During Barcelona's championship celebration, the La Masia talents took a group photo together, with Fati standing on the edge, his smile bitter and his expression unnatural - this trophy had nothing to do with him. "Mundo Deportivo" reveals that missing out on the Spanish Super Cup squad was a huge blow to Fati. Most people…

In the final of the Spanish Super Cup, Barcelona defeated their league rivals Real Madrid with a convincing 5-2 scoreline, leaving Real Madrid embarrassed. Pique once again displayed his "five fingers" celebration, and if not for Szczesny's red card, Barcelona could have won with an even greater margin. Under Flick's leadership, Barcelona has scored 9 goals in two matches against Real Madrid this season, showing their dominance. The day after winning the Spanish Super Cup, Barcelona issued an ultimatum: the 22-year-old forward who won the title without playing much is no longer favored by Flick. On January 14th, according to reports from Spain's "Mundo Deportivo," Barcelona coach Flick no longer trusts Fati and has closed the door on him. Judging by Flick's team selection, Fati is now on the fringes of the team, with no place in the squad, and Barcelona is eager for him to leave. In these two Spanish Super Cup matches, Fati was absent from the squad list in the semi-final against Athletic Bilbao and was once again left out in the title-deciding match against Real Madrid. Catalan radio station RAC1 revealed that Fati did not make the matchday squad due to technical decisions made by the team. A 16-year-old forward, Fernandez, was included in Barcelona's semi-final squad, while an 18-year-old defender, Ford, was selected for both matches, but Fati was continuously left out, indicating his low priority in the team's lineup. Barcelona's victory in the Spanish Super Cup can be said to have had no contribution from Fati, yet he remains a champion member of the…

In the Spanish Super Cup final that concluded on January 13th, Beijing time, Barcelona made a remarkable comeback to defeat Real Madrid 5-2, securing their 15th Spanish Super Cup title in history. This victory marked Barcelona's first championship of the season and also the first trophy for coach Flick since his appointment. Despite conceding an early goal within the first five minutes to Mbappe's lightning-fast solo effort, Barcelona launched a fierce counterattack. The prodigious talent, Amal, equalized in the 22nd minute, and by the end of the first half, Barcelona had taken control of the game with goals from Lewandowski's penalty kick, Rafinha, and Balde, leading to a 4-1 scoreline. In the second half, Rafinha scored again to complete his brace, although Barcelona briefly played with one less player after Szczesny was sent off. Rodrigo managed to pull one back for Real Madrid with a direct free-kick, but Barcelona ultimately maintained their lead and triumphed 5-2. This season, Barcelona has achieved a "double kill" over Real Madrid in their two encounters, scoring a total of 9 goals. Last October, Barcelona had already defeated Real Madrid 4-0 away in La Liga. Three months later, they have once again emerged victorious. According to statistics, this is the most significant margin of defeat for Real Madrid in an official match final since their 0-3 loss to Deportivo La Coruna in the Spanish Super Cup final on August 24, 1995. Barcelona has undoubtedly rubbed salt into the wounds of their arch-rivals. Additionally, this marks the seventh time in this century that Real Madrid has…

On January 9th, Beijing time, the Spanish Super Cup kicked off with the first semi-final match between Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao. Thanks to Gavi's goal and assist, as well as Ilaixar's goal, Barcelona defeated Athletic Bilbao under the guidance of Valverde. On this night, Barcelona received continuous good news, boosting the team's morale. Barcelona's 2-0 victory feels like finding a treasure! A 34-year-old veteran shone throughout the game, earning high praise from Flick, and the team is hopeful for winning the Spanish Super Cup. Barcelona overcame Athletic Bilbao, advancing to the Spanish Super Cup final first. The other semi-final will be between Real Madrid and Mallorca, with Barcelona having one more day of rest before the championship match than their final opponents. Barcelona's prodigy Gavi, after major knee surgery, has now scored his first goal since returning, which is helpful in boosting his confidence. Another Barcelona prodigy, Ilaixar, also returned from an ankle injury and scored a goal as well. Off the field, Barcelona successfully registered Olmo and Victor, and it is expected that both can participate in the Spanish Super Cup final, which is probably the biggest piece of good news for Barcelona fans. Additionally, Barcelona's goalkeeper Szczesny performed outstandingly, delighting the fans. In the match against Athletic Bilbao, Szczesny started ahead of Peña. According to Helena Condis Edo, a reporter from Cadena COPE, Peña was originally supposed to start but was placed on the bench by Flick due to being late for the warm-up training. Szczesny seized the opportunity to prove his abilities. In the match against Athletic…

The Spanish football powerhouse Barcelona has been in the news recently as they are about to face the semi-finals of the Spanish Super Cup. Their opponent is Athletic Bilbao, which is considered a tough challenge. However, Barcelona's officials are extremely confident and have even listed five reasons why they believe Barcelona will win the championship. Do they really think that the Spanish Super Cup is already in their grasp? Let's take a look at the five reasons given by Barcelona. First, the return of Barcelona's trident. Barcelona's young talent, Ansu Fati, is about to recover from injury, along with the captain Rafinha and the former World Footballer of the Year, Robert Lewandowski. This trio can form a formidable attacking trident upfront. Are other teams afraid? Second, the opponents in the Spanish Super Cup are all Barcelona's defeated foes. In the 2024-2025 season, Barcelona defeated Athletic Bilbao 2-1 in La Liga. The potential opponents in the Spanish Super Cup final, either Real Madrid or Mallorca, were both convincingly beaten by Barcelona this season with scores of 0-4 and 1-5 respectively. Third, Barcelona's impressive history in the Spanish Super Cup. Since its inception in 1983, Barcelona has won the Spanish Super Cup 14 times, ranking first among all teams. Real Madrid follows closely with 13 titles. Fourth, Flick is the king of finals. Flick previously coached Bayern Munich and maintained an undefeated record in the finals of the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, and domestic FA Cup. Now as Barcelona's head coach, he is expected to continue his…

Wednesday 002 Spanish Super Cup: Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona Athletic Bilbao has been in excellent form recently in La Liga, with a record of 10 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses, accumulating 36 points to rank fourth in the league table, just 2 points behind third-placed Barcelona. Notably, Athletic Bilbao has remained unbeaten in their last 15 matches, winning 11 of them, including 7 out of their last 9, demonstrating their strong competitive state and team cohesion. In their previous Spanish Super Cup match, Athletic Bilbao drew 0-0 away against Logrones, forming a stark contrast with Barcelona's 4-0 home victory. However, Athletic Bilbao managed to maintain their undefeated record. Returning to play at home for this match, they will undoubtedly have a strong desire to secure a promotion spot from Barcelona, as they now have the capability to compete with Barcelona. On the other hand, Barcelona, although still occupying a top position in the league table, has shown some inconsistency in their performance. In their last 10 matches, Barcelona has achieved 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, accumulating 38 points to rank third. Particularly in their recent four matches, Barcelona suffered two defeats, including losses at home to Leganes and Atletico Madrid before Christmas, reflecting that there is still room for improvement in their state adjustment. Fortunately, in their last Spanish Super Cup match, Barcelona secured a 4-0 home victory over Barbastre, ending their two-match losing streak and returning to form, with players' confidence also recovering somewhat. Looking at the records of their last 10 encounters in recent years,…

In the upcoming Spanish Super Cup, the focus is on the old rivals Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona. Athletic Bilbao's tactical style stands out, with a defense as solid as a copper wall and iron wall, and counterattacks as fast as lightning. The backline is like an indestructible fortress, with players of outstanding physical quality who do not hesitate in confrontations. Taking Vivian as an example, facing the impact of the opposing front line, his strong body is like a wall, and his precise positioning repeatedly frustrates the opponent's offense; N. Williams is an all-rounder, attacking with lightning speed and sharp breakthroughs, and defending like a whirlwind, using his superior running ability to make the sideline defense watertight. The midfielders are the defensive hub, like a group of agile hunters, cutting off the opponent's passing lines through active fighting and clever positioning, regaining possession of the ball. Although not as dazzling as Barcelona, the offensive end has delicate footwork from players like Sanches, dribbling like a nimble sprite, able to tear open gaps in tight defenses, seize the opponent's defensive gaps, and use the speed of the forwards to strike at the heart of the opponent's defense, delivering a fatal blow. On the other hand, Barcelona, as a football powerhouse, executes tactics with ease. They take control of the rhythm from the start with their superior ball possession, with midfielders' cooperation as smooth as silk, patiently looking for vulnerabilities in Athletic Bilbao's defense to launch fierce attacks. Their offensive firepower is terrifying, with world-class stars working in harmony, midfield maestros with…

Athletic Bilbao places a strong emphasis on quick counter-defense when transitioning from attack to defense. Once they lose possession, all players must immediately retreat to defense in order to gain numerical superiority and thus stifle the opponent's fast counterattacks. Midfielders play a crucial role in this process, not only defending against the opposition's midfielders but also assisting the defensive line. When facing set-piece attacks from the opposition, Athletic Bilbao has a tight defensive plan. They assign specific personnel to mark key players of the opposition and organize their defensive formation to limit the opponent's shooting and heading attempts. Goalkeeper Unai Simon, with his quick reflexes and strong aerial ability, is a vital component of the team's set-piece defense. Barcelona's defense focuses on maintaining a compact backline and working together as a unit. The defensive and midfield lines are closely connected, compressing the opponent's attacking space through proper positioning and mutual support. For instance, when dealing with long balls from the opposition, Barcelona's midfielders quickly drop back to form multiple layers of defense with the backline, successfully thwarting the opponent's advances. Barcelona adapts its defensive strategy flexibly based on the opponent's formation and tactics. When encountering a 4-3-3 formation, they focus on marking the opponent's central midfielder to restrict their passing and organization. Against a 5-3-2 formation, they utilize their numerical advantage in midfield to apply double-team pressure, effectively controlling the opponent's attack. Barcelona holds an advantage in overall strength and historical encounters. Looking at the comprehensive data, it is more likely that Barcelona will win this match, with an expected…

Passionate Clash of La Liga Giants on January 8th: Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona Athletic Bilbao has been performing outstandingly in the La Liga, achieving 10 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses in 19 matches, with an unbeaten rate as high as 84%. In their last 6 rounds of matches, they have secured 5 victories and 1 draw, demonstrating a fiery form. Athletic Bilbao's tactics mainly revolve around a 4-2-3-1 formation, with fierce midfield battles, sharp counterattacks in the offensive end, and a threatening attacking system led by Sancet and Rodríguez. Defensively, their positioning is precise and quite tight. Barcelona currently stands third in the La Liga with 12 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, accumulating 38 points. Despite suffering two consecutive defeats in the league recently, they showcased their ability to adjust by securing a 4-0 victory over Bawastela in the Spanish King's Cup. Barcelona's tactics focus on possession play, emphasizing delicate footwork and team coordination, creating opportunities through quick passing and sharp counterattacks. Historically, Barcelona holds a certain advantage, but Athletic Bilbao, with their tenacious fighting spirit and home advantage, often causes trouble for their opponents. Overall, while Barcelona has the upper hand in terms of overall strength, Athletic Bilbao is in excellent form and plays a tough style, which could make this match very intense. Although Barcelona has a certain advantage, there is also a possibility of an upset from Athletic Bilbao. The predicted score could be a 1-1 or 2-2 draw, or a narrow 2-1 victory for Barcelona.

For the La Liga giants Barcelona, the past few seasons have been plagued by financial difficulties. After Laporta's return to Barcelona, he set about addressing the club's financial crisis. Last season, Barcelona failed to win any titles, and Xavi was unable to continue his tenure. Flick took over the reins of the team, becoming the helmsman of the Blaugrana. At the start of this season, Barcelona's form was exceptionally hot, securing a stunning seven consecutive victories in La Liga, and sweeping Real Madrid and Bayern Munich with big wins in the first half of the season. For a time, Barcelona became the most eye-catching team in European football. After Flick took office, he boldly promoted young players from the La Masia academy, such as Ilaix Moriba, Gavi, Pedri, Ferran Torres, Nico Gonzalez, and Eric Garcia, who began to make their mark in La Liga. At the same time, forwards like Memphis Depay and Antoine Griezmann were inspired to perform at their best, leading Barcelona to successive victories on all fronts. However, as time went on, injuries within the Barcelona squad began to mount, with several key stars sidelined due to injury, causing the team's performance to become inconsistent. Before the winter break, Barcelona suffered three consecutive home defeats, having already lost five matches in La Liga this season against smaller teams like Real Sociedad, Las Palmas, Leganes, and Osasuna. In the most recent round of La Liga, Barcelona suffered a 1-2 home defeat to Atletico Madrid, with their poor form eroding the advantage they had built at the start of…