Barcelona have suffered two damaging defeats under Hansi Flick, which has thrown their season into chaos.
Girona pressed Barcelona and, crucially, often exposed their high line.
Some of Hansi Flick’s weaknesses in the last two games have been exposed, as he has also criticised the players attitude and intensity after the damaging 4-0 loss in the Copa Del Rey to Atlético Madrid.
Under Flick, Barca play a high line, and because their attack is brimming with confidence and depth, they often outscore opponents quickly.
What they haven’t managed to do in the last two games is keep the door closed at the other end.
Now, an attack with Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, etc. had its chances (as it should), but what must be taken into account is that Girona tightened the middle of the pitch.
The Catalan club looked most threatening when Girona’s attacks broke down, and they were afforded space.
This tactical analysis looks at how Girona struck Barcelona constantly whilst testing their high line, bravely playing past the press, and how compact Girona were in the middle of the park.
Girona Vs Barcelona Lineups & Formations
Formations
Girona Vs Barcelona [2–1] – La Liga 2025/2026: Hansi Flick Risks Exposed – Tactical Analysis 2
The hosts, Girona, played in a 4-4-2 formation, while Barcelona played in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Paulo Gazzaniga started in goal with Daley Blind and Vitor Reis pairing each other in centre-back.
The full-backs were [Arnau Martinez](http://Arnau Martinez) and Hugo Rincon to round off the back four.
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