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Former Barcelona player discusses intensity of Hansi Flick's training sessions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:40 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Former Barcelona player discusses intensity of Hansi Flick's training sessions

Summary

Former Barcelona forward Pau Victor shared insights about Hansi Flick's demanding training methods, revealing how intense sessions often left players, including himself, feeling dizzy. Victor spoke on Que T’hi Jugues about the physical exhaustion experienced during training, highlighting the aggressive style that Flick employs, which emphasizes maximum intensity. The coach's approach is designed to ensure high performance during both training and matches. Maintaining this intensity over a full season remains a challenge as Barcelona prepares for ongoing competitions, including La Liga and the Champions League.

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Key Details

•Pau Victor describes training under Hansi Flick as intensely demanding.
•Victor noted leaving sessions feeling dizzy alongside teammate Gavi.
•Flick's training focuses on aggressive pressing and immediate reactions.
•Sustaining player intensity is critical for maintaining performance throughout the season.
•Barcelona faces challenges in recovery and rotation during a busy schedule.

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8:40 AMYahoo Sports — Former Barcelona forward reveals brutal reality of Hansi Flick’s training sessions: ‘I used to leave feeling dizzy’

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Hansi Flick’s demanding approach to training has become a defining feature of his time at Barcelona.He is known to demand maximum intensity from his players, irrespective of whether it is training, ...
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