Flick Warns Against Complacency as Barcelona Aims to Rebound

Head coach Hansi Flick is optimistic about Barcelona’s upcoming match at Camp Nou but emphasizes the need for concentration. As Barcelona prepares to host Real Oviedo, this will be their first home match of 2026. The Blaugrana enter this game after losing their top spot in La Liga to Real Madrid, who recently defeated Villarreal 2-0.

Barcelona’s Recent Performance and Challenges

In the last two matches, Barcelona has faced challenges. They lost 2-1 to Real Sociedad in La Liga and managed a 4-2 win against Slavia Prague in the Champions League. Flick noted a concerning trend in which the team consistently concedes the first goal. He stated, “We need to avoid this pattern.” The coach emphasized that focus over the full 90 minutes is crucial for their success.

Key Players to Watch

• Lamine Yamal: Leading in assists this season with eight, Yamal has contributed significantly to Barcelona’s performance. He is among the top assist providers across Europe’s major leagues.
• Federico Vinas: The Real Oviedo striker has scored in his last two league games, looking to continue this streak against Barcelona.

Barcelona’s Home Record Against Oviedo

Historically, Barcelona has been strong against Real Oviedo at home. They have won seven of their last nine home matches in La Liga against them. The only recent slip came in May 2001, with a 0-1 loss. Barcelona aims to maintain this advantage as they return to Camp Nou, where they have won their last nine league matches.

Statistics at a Glance

Barcelona, strong at home, aims for a rebound against a struggling Real Oviedo team. With Flick’s focus on preventing early goals and maintaining concentration, expectations are high for a convincing victory this weekend.