Sant Cugat striker Pau Víctor scored his second goal of the season at Son Moix, providing positive vibes as he emerged as a serious alternative to the Blaugrana forward line.
The day Robert Lewandowski rested, coach Hansi Flick opted for Ferran Torres to replace the Polish ‘9’. Instead of despairing, Pau kept his approach low-key by maximizing his effectiveness. He made the most of the 17 minutes allowed by Flick, contributing to a goal and scoring the final kick in a convincing 1-5 victory.
Pau Víctor is not a media sensation. His transfer was not expensive, nor did he arrive from abroad with a dazzling reputation. During his loan spell at Barça Atlètic, he earned the opportunity to stay at the club, and Pau embraced the role that was presented to him. He enjoyed a stellar preseason, shining during the American tour while his international teammates were still on vacation. It was during this tour that he gained Flick’s trust, securing his place in the first team.
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Having a contract with the Barça first team is an unimaginable dream for a player who came through the Girona youth academy through two loans in Sabadell and the Blaugrana B team. His goal was to demonstrate that Barça’s investment in him was not based solely on his affordability.
Pau Víctor acknowledged that competing with Lewandowski is practically an impossible task, but being an alternative to the Polish forward is not an easy feat either. Players like Ferran, Ansu Fati, and even Dani Olmo, have considerably more experience playing as a ‘9’ than Pau.
However, no one beats him in terms of work ethic, enthusiasm and patience. His family is deeply committed to the club, and he has been living a dream since childhood. His brother Guillem plays for the Juvenil A team, and they both fantasize about the possibility of one day playing together at the Camp Nou. That time will come.
For now, Pau has already participated in eleven official matches with the first team. Although he has only started once, it is crucial to note that in most games, he has entered the field only in the closing moments.
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However, his statistics are impressive. With the goal scored in Son Moix, finishing with his left foot after a pass from Frenkie, Pau has found the back of the net twice in 169 minutes of action.
While these minute figures aren’t exactly exact, as added time isn’t officially recorded, it’s worth noting that he has played extra minutes in ten games. However, they average one goal every 84 minutes, which is excellent.
In Son Moix, Pau also played a role in the 1-4 scored by De Jong with a cross that was deflected by the defense and taken advantage of by the Dutchman. It may not count as an assist, but it certainly reflects his direct involvement in the goal. Adding this action to the assist he provided at Villarreal, we can conclude that Pau Víctor Delgado has directly contributed to four goals for Barça in official matches this season.
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Calculating his involvement, it turns out that the Sant Cugat native contributes to a goal every 42 minutes, a statistic that speaks volumes about his performance.
Pau Víctor shared with Barça One his method for emotionally managing the limited minutes he has been playing: “I am very aware of where I am; I am part of Barça, the best team in the world, and I compete with the best striker on the planet, Lewandowski, of who I learn every day.”
This mentality is the best recipe for valuing every minute as a gift. Where others might cringe at the coach’s lack of confidence, Pau remains focused, enjoying every second he wears the Barça shirt. His kiss on the shield after scoring his second goal for Blaugrana was neither posturing nor populism. Pau is a true Barça fan who delights in playing for the team he has supported since childhood.
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Flick knows that Pau Víctor will never be a problem in the locker room. Incorporating good people with enthusiasm, capable of unleashing their talent, is something that the German coach values. Pau is at Barça not by chance; Last season he was the best player in the First Federation and stood out in the most recent preseason.
Currently, he is a responsible substitute, contributing his weight for the collective good, and his numbers continue to improve. At 36, Lewandowski needs to be cared for and fed, and Pau is determined not to waste a minute. Flick is adding to the squad, and Pau is proving his worth; He possesses skill, vision and the ability to score, qualities that make him an asset to the club he esteems so much.
With performances like Son Moix’s, it is likely that more and more fans will rally behind Pau Víctor, a complementary player who could be crucial for Flick in a season full of matches, injuries, suspensions and unexpected challenges.
