Flick explains decision to start Olmo in Barcelona attack vs Galatasaray: ‘That’s what it’s about’
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35-second readIn a little while, FC Barcelona will take the field at the Rams Park Arena to face Galatasaray in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League. The lineups have already been announced and Barça head coach Hansi Flick made a surprise selection for the match.
Indeed, the German tactician has decided to start Dani Olmo as the team’s centre-forward in the absence of Raphinha. Flick explains selection decisions With the Barcelona captain unavailable through injury, Flick had opted to start Gabriel Jesus as the No.
9 against Getafe, and the summer signing had delivered a solid performance capped with a goal. But tonight, the manager decided to switch things up and operate with Olmo as the false nine, while Fermin Lopez comes into the team to play as the attacking midfielder.
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In a little while, FC Barcelona will take the field at the Rams Park Arena to face Galatasaray in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League.
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Barca Blaugranes · reported · 2026-10-13 18:18 UTC
Hansi Flick explains decision to start Dani Olmo as a false nine for Barcelona vs Galatasaray ↗
Barcelona boss Hansi Flick spoke about his team selection ahead of kick-off on Tuesday night in the Champions League against Galatasaray. Flick has raised a few eyebrows by leaving Gabriel Jesus on the bench, with Dani Olmo set to play
Barca Universal · reported · 2026-10-13 18:25 UTC
Flick explains decision to start Olmo in Barcelona attack vs Galatasaray: ‘That’s what it’s about’ ↗
In a little while, FC Barcelona will take the field at the Rams Park Arena to face Galatasaray in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League. The lineups have already been announced and Barça head coach Hansi Flick made a surprise selection
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