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Fermin Lopez: The unlikely hero in Xavi's ranks
Fermin Lopez could become the unlikely hero for Barcelona in the upcoming seasons. Here's his full scout report.
Domagoj Kostanjsak
Sports journalist, tactical analyst, scout, author of Anatomy of a Genius: Leo Messi's tactical evolution at FC Barcelona. A Barcelona fan for more than 20 years.
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Gavi 2.0: From Xavi's utility player to a Barcelona superstar
Gavi is on his way to stardom. Here's his full scout report.
Tactics
Xavi's super squad: How will Barcelona's new signings affect their tactics?
Barca have made strategic bets in the transfer market, given their financial woes. Will they pay off for Xavi?
Tactics
Barcelona's Champions League analysis: Tactics of Porto, Shakhtar & Antwerp
Barcelona have struggled in the Champions League. Despite talent and high hopes, they've repeatedly fallen short. So how can they set up to qualify from the group stage?
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João Félix: The missing piece for Xavi's jigsaw?
Everything about Felix is still largely an idea. He is a player with immense potential and a player whose quality is certainly there. But it's also hidden behind ifs and buts
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Joao Cancelo: The solution to Xavi's void of creativity?
How Cancelo adapts to Barcelona's system will largely determine how he fares as Xavi's go-to right-back.
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Iván Fresneda: The right-back jewel Xavi can't allow to slip away
Fresneda is young and raw. Nothing guarantees his success. Undoubtedly, signing him would represent a risk but his talent is such that missing out on him would be a crime
Tactics
What can we learn from Barcelona's preseason?
Preseason can be a cruel mistress. It seemingly gives you so much but in reality, it’s mostly just an illusion; a mirage of what you want to be true rather than what is true.
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Vitor Roque: In-depth tactical analysis of his roles at Xavi's Barcelona
As a talented but extremely young and inexperienced player Roque will struggle for consistent game time, but he can make it count
Opinion
Xavi's Barcelona: Champions against all the odds
Xavi's Barcelona are champions against all the odds. Here's the full story brimmed with emotions. Enjoy.
Opinion
Barcelona's floor is (still) way too low
Barcelona's system cannot enhance the individuals. Iit can’t make them become more than they are on their own.
Tactics
Xavi's bittersweet reign: Why can't Barcelona control games?
There is no denying Xavi has improved this team but it’s also apparent he hasn’t improved them enough to be a powerhouse just yet