League: LaLiga Sport: Soccer Country: Spain Category: Scores & Results

Barcelona increases passing volume under Hansi Flick in La Liga

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:15 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Barcelona increases passing volume under Hansi Flick in La Liga

Summary

Barcelona continues to showcase their early-season dominance during matches under Hansi Flick, completing over 700 passes in three consecutive fixtures. Their passing accuracy and possession statistics have risen, with 75% possession recorded against Levante. Flick's strategy emphasizes moving the ball to create attacking opportunities, in contrast to previous styles. Barcelona aims to maintain this control as they prepare to face Racing on Wednesday.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Barcelona recorded 728 passes against Valencia, 746 against Feyenoord, and 711 against Levante.
•Rodri's role has stabilized Barcelona's midfield, contributing to improved possession.
•Barcelona achieved their highest possession rate of 75% against Levante.
•Flick's strategy marks a shift to purposeful possession rather than mere control.
•Barcelona's next match is against Racing on Wednesday.

Latest Updates

8:15 AMYahoo Sports — New trend reveals what is really changing under Hansi Flick at Barcelona this season

What they're saying

"
Barcelona’s early-season dominance can be measured in goals and victories, but one of the more revealing changes under Hansi Flick is happening before the final pass is even attempted.The ball is mo...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Barcelona LaLiga Soccer