Hansi Flick gives Barcelona players a day off after heavy training
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has canceled Thursday's training session to give players a rest after a demanding pre-season. The decision follows the Blaugrana's recent 2-1 victory against Al Ahly in the Joan Gamper Trophy. Flick's focus is on improving the squad's physical condition and reducing muscle injuries. The players are expected to resume training as they prepare for their La Liga season opener against Elche on Sunday.
- •Hansi Flick canceled training to allow players recovery time.
- •Barcelona recently defeated Al Ahly 2-1 in the Joan Gamper Trophy.
- •Flick aims to enhance the team's endurance and minimize injuries.
- •Training is set to resume as Barcelona readies for La Liga.
- •Barcelona plays Elche in their first match of the season on Sunday.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Hansi Flick gives Barcelona squad a day off after heavy workload
"As repored by AS, FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick cancelled Thursday’s scheduled training session, giving the players a much-needed break. The rest day comes after the Blaugrana’s final pre-seaso...
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