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Deco Backs Flick as Barcelona Persist With High Line After Brugge Draw

The sporting director calls the style debate irrelevant to refocus on recovery.

Overview

  • Speaking at an open session at the renovated Camp Nou, Deco said Barcelona know where to improve and urged unity and hard work.
  • Barcelona’s 3-3 result at Club Brugge underscored counterattacking vulnerabilities despite heavy possession and chances.
  • The draw leaves Barça 11th in the Champions League league‑phase standings, increasing pressure to secure a top‑eight spot for direct last‑16 entry.
  • Across competitions, Barcelona have yielded roughly 20 goals in 15 matches, extending a concerning run of games conceding.
  • Hansi Flick has reiterated he will not change his aggressive high‑line approach, drawing fresh criticism from Ruud Gullit.