Barcelona made a statement victory under Hansi Flick, trouncing Girona 4-1 at Montjuïc to take over their Catalan neighbors and sit at the top of La Liga.
The win took Barcelona’s streak of games in 2025 in all competitions to new heights, demonstrating their increasing momentum under the new man.
Here are the key takeaways:
1. Lewandowski scores again
Robert Lewandowski was the standout, scoring twice to bring his season tally in the league to 25 goals.
His first, a poacher’s finish in the six-yard box, set the tone, and his second sealed the game, confirming his status as La Liga’s most clinical finisher.
Lewandowski is currently the top goal scorer in La Liga. He was awarded Man of the Match for his performance, once again demonstrating why he cannot be omitted.
2. Flick rests major players
With the upcoming match against Atletico Madrid in mind, Flick left key players like Frenkie de Jong, Pau Cubarsí, and Ferran Torres on the bench.
However, they had substitute roles and played a vital role. Ferran came off the bench and scored the final goal of the derby.
The bench strength in the team proved crucial as Barcelona was able to perform at top levels even post-rotations.
3. Defensive Resilience Returns
Inigo Martínez and Ronald Araujo coordinated the defense wonderfully well, limiting Girona’s deadly attack to a mere three attempts at goal.
Martínez’s sense of positioning was perfectly matched by Araujo’s strength in the tackle.
Late on, when 17-year-old substitute Pau Cubarsí took his place, he showed why he’s listed as one of Europe’s top defenders with several astute interceptions.
4. Gerrad Martin resurrection
Having toiled through months of indifferent form and fitness, the 22-year-old masterminded Barceloa’s title-clinching 3-1 victory with a display of technical brilliance and tactical intelligence that left his team at the summit of La Liga.
This was not just another win – this was the night Martín reminded the footballing world of his irrefutable class.
5. Midfield Mastery
Pedri and Gavi set the pace with their quick interplay and relentless pressing, which forced Barcelona to maintain more possession.
Gavi’s relentless pressing set the tone for Barcelona’s defensive work up front. The entire stadium was shouting, “Pedri! Pedri!” as the young maestro set the pace and controlled the whole game.
With this win, Flick’s Barcelona have guaranteed one thing—they are title contenders. The mix of experience and youth, tactical flexibility, and Lewandowski’s reliability in front of the goal make them a team to be feared as the season winds down. Hansi Flick’s team is still unbeaten in 2025 in all competitions.
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