Flick, who returned to Barcelona on loan, said Cancelo would improve the team's strength.
2026-01-15 03:58
Barcelona will travel to Spain to face Segunda División leaders Racing Santander in the Round of 16 of the 2025/26 Copa del Rey. Manager Flick stated that Cancelo's return will strengthen the team.
In the earlier Spanish Super Cup final, Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 3-2 with a brace from Rafinha and a goal from Lewandowski, successfully claiming the championship title.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said, "Sometimes we have to learn to enjoy the moment, but things can change very quickly. The people of Barcelona are really great, and it's wonderful to live and work here. We understand our responsibilities and are constantly working hard."
“We won our first title of the season, but that’s in the past. Racing Santander will definitely want to beat us. They played very well against Villarreal, who are third in La Liga, so we have to be at our best.”
Flick emphasized, "This is a young, brave, and very well-played team. The atmosphere will be very enthusiastic when they welcome us to the stadium. This is a cup competition, and we must be prepared from the very beginning."
In addition, 31-year-old Portuguese defender Cancelo has been loaned to Barcelona from Al-Hilal, marking his second stint with the club.
When discussing lineup choices, Flick said, "We still need to make a decision. In defense, we have Pau Cuvarsi, Eric Garcia, Gerard Martin, and Araujo. We're doing very well right now, and Gerard Martin can play in multiple positions, as can Eric Garcia."
“Cancelo can bring strength to us and help the team break through the opponent's defense in the attacking third, and he is a very good choice.”
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