Flick Revives Barça: Rashford Out, Epic Comeback Against Levante

Ferran Torres praised Hansi Flick’s tactical adjustments during halftime, following Barcelona’s brilliant comeback that managed to defeat Levante with a score of 3-2 in the LaLiga match held on Saturday at the Ciutat de Valencia.Flick bet on Marcus Rashford from the start, while Raphinha was positioned in the center and Marc Casadó was selected to accompany Pedri, replacing Frenkie de Jong, who was unable to participate.

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However, after Levante’s 2-0 lead at the end of the first half, thanks to goals from Iván Romero and José Luis Morales, Flick made tactical changes. He replaced Rashford and Casadó with Dani Olmo and Gavi, seeking to revitalize the team.In the second half, Pedri and Torres scored goals that evened the score. An own goal by Unai Elgezabal in added time, after a good play by Lamine Yamal, completed the comeback.

Flick made a couple of tactical adjustments at halftime because we weren’t well positioned.

Torres

Torres stated that Flick emphasized the importance of demonstrating character and the team’s winning mentality. “We started well and were effective,” he added.Barcelona, accustomed to overcoming adverse scores, did not expect to face this situation so early in the season against the newly promoted Levante.

Flick explained that the changes made at halftime were crucial for the Spanish champion to achieve their second consecutive victory at the start of the season.

I think Marcus had some situations in the first part where he showed how good he is and how he can help us.

Flick

Flick also highlighted the importance of Raphinha’s position on the left side, and how the changes made at halftime were key to the change in strategy.Despite the victory, Barcelona showed vulnerabilities in transition, allowing Levante to create opportunities through quick plays. Flick acknowledged the need to improve in this aspect.

Levante defends very well, has very fast players, the transitions they make, it was not easy to defend when you make mistakes. Of course I feel proud (of the comeback), but this is what we have to improve.

Flick

The coach concluded that the team will analyze the match to keep improving, considering each game as an opportunity to grow.