Certainly not a busy night for Barcelona’s new No.1 but he continues to deal with every challenge in front of him.
Looks settled back into the team following a rotating role in the opening weeks of the campaign.
Has quietly developed into one of Barcelona’s most consistent performers so far this season and looks comfortable alongside Pau Cubarsi.
His most commanding display of the campaign so far and looks ready to take on an updated role this season.
Similarly to Cubarsi, he looks ready to take on a more senior spot in Flick’s plans, and undisputed in the left back spot.
Kept Barcleona ticking over in midfield and offered more licence to stride forward in the absence of Frenkie de Jong.
Seized his chance in De Jong’s absence, and despite not offering the Dutchman’s skillset going forward, offered a steady balance next to Pedri.
Roony Bardghji offered flashes of his promise before being replaced by Raphinha at half time. The Brazilian was offered a break by Flick following his long trip back from Brazil but tore up the script with two goals.
Given another chance by Flick, but he continues to flicker with promise, and the form of Raphinha and Lewandowski will be a concern.
Torres didn’t do much wrong as he continues to cover for Lewandowski with a cool assist for Lopez’s first goal. But, if any reminder was needed over No.9 order, Lewandowski dropped a little reminder.
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