Europa Press, E-Noticies It's the surprise of the day, Hansi Flick is clear about it, he's going to play as a '9' against Olympiacos.
Flick has to make a series of complicated decisions due to injuries, and the solution is surprising
Barça faces one of the most anticipated afternoons of their European season. The match against Olympiacos not only needs to set the path for qualification in the Champions League, but it also represents an opportunity to recover the sensations lost during the past few weeks. The culé fans expect a convincing performance, and Hansi Flick trusts his players to take a step forward.
The German coach knows that the match against Olympiacos won't be easy. The Greek team, despite their theoretical inferiority, has proven to be a competitive team, especially at their stadium. However, Barça arrives with high morale after their latest victory in LaLiga and with the goal of dominating from the first minute.
Hansi Flick will make important changes
The absences are notable, although Hansi Flick has preferred not to dramatize. The coach understands that these situations also open the door to new opportunities for footballers seeking a more prominent role. With such a demanding schedule, rotation becomes an obligation, and the German already has a starting eleven ready that aims to surprise both insiders and outsiders.
The real surprise comes in the attacking front. With Ferran Torres and Lewandowski missing, Hansi Flick has been forced to reinvent his offensive scheme. Instead of opting for a pure center forward, the coach has decided to place Marcus Rashford as the reference "9".
The Englishman, signed precisely to provide solutions in various attacking areas, will be responsible for leading the attack. His speed, power, and ability to move between the lines can cause many problems for Olympiacos's defense. Although he's not a classic striker, Marcus Rashford has a goal-scoring instinct and a special knack for appearing at the right moment inside the box.
Marcus Rashford will be Barça's "9"
Hansi Flick believes that Marcus Rashford's mobility can open up spaces for Lamine and Roony, who will start from the flanks with total freedom. In addition, his ability to combine with the midfielders can offer a different profile than what Lewandowski provides. The plan is to take advantage of the English striker's quick transitions and individual imbalance.
Hansi Flick has already shown that he doesn't fear innovating when the situation demands it and fully trusts Marcus Rashford as the "9". If the Englishman manages to connect with the team's rhythm, Barça should take all three points against Olympiacos with relative ease.
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