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Published on 08 Nov 2024 at 11:18 par
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Pedri reveals disciplinary differences between Xavi and Flick at FC Barcelona
Arrived this summer at FC Barcelona, Hansi Flick marked a good start. The German introduced a management style radically different from that of his predecessor. Under Xavi’s leadership, punctuality was one of the core values imposed on players. Any late arrival carried a stiff fine, designed to deter lateness within the team. According to the words of Pedri in the show Martinez and Brothers, every minute of delay was worth a fine of €1,000. Plus, it doubles with every additional minute of absence. This strict approach was intended to impose a high standard of discipline.
Flick and the sporting sanction: a punishment on the pitch
With the arrival of Flick, FC Barcelona experienced a change in approach to discipline. Rather than penalizing players financially, Flick prefers to adopt a measure that directly impacts their presence on the pitch. Thus, any player arriving late is exposed to exclusion from the starting lineup or even complete removal from the following match sheet..
This method has already been applied with Jules Koundé. The French defender was left out of the initial lineup during the match against Alavés for a delay. Despite his importance in Flick’s system, Koundé was forced to start the match on the bench. In the end, he came on in the second half. Flick thus demonstrates an approach where commitment and respect for collective rules take precedence. This applies even to the most essential players in his squad.
Since taking office, Flick has left his mark on FC Barcelona. This is not limited to its disciplinary rules, but also its results on the field. The Blaugrana are currently top of La Liga with a comfortable lead of nine points. The start of the season was remarkable with 40 goals scored in 12 games, one of the best offensive performances in their history.
