FC Barcelona Staff Responds to President Laporta’s Comments on Team’s Physical Condition
In the wake of President Joan Laporta’s recent remarks regarding FC Barcelona’s physical readiness from the previous season, the coaching staff under Xavi has voiced a counter-response. According to reports from AS, Xavi’s team believes that the players’ physical training was adequately managed and asserts that there is limited room for enhancement in their condition. This stance is bolstered by Barcelona’s notable achievement of leading La Liga in goals scored in the latter stages of matches, specifically after the 60th minute.
President Laporta had promised improvements in the team’s physical conditioning with the appointment of Hans-Dieter Flick as head coach. However, Xavi’s camp remains skeptical, stating, “We will see how the players are performing in January.” This statement hints at an expectation for ongoing evaluations of the team’s fitness and readiness for the challenges ahead.
With Flick now at the helm, Barcelona aims to build on the previous season, in which they finished second in La Liga with a commendable 85 points over 38 matches. The arrival of the seasoned Flick, known for his meticulous approach to training, is seen as a crucial move to boost the team’s overall performance and physical resilience in future competitions. The eyes of fans and pundits alike will be closely watching both the team’s progress and the anticipated impacts of these strategic changes as the season unfolds.
