Barcelona's first preseason friendly this summer ended in a penalty shootout win over Manchester City, with new coach Hansi Flick expressing dissatisfaction with his team's performance against the Premier League champions at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando. Flick's emphasis on pressing until the 90th minute was evident, as Barça president Joan Laporta acknowledged the coach's high standards.
Flick's appointment in May marked a turning point for Barcelona, with the team showing early signs of improvement under his guidance. The squad has displayed a more aggressive style of play, characterized by a higher defensive line, improved pressing, and quicker transitions into the final third.
