Massive rotations: Hansi Flick revolutionizes Barcelona's starting eleven against Mallorca

Hansi Flick has surprised with an unprecedented lineup for the FC Barcelona match against Mallorca in matchday 33 of LaLiga 2024/25, introducing up to seven changes compared to the team that played against Celta.

This revolution in the starting eleven responds both to the need to manage physical wear and tear before the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid and to the intention of maintaining competitiveness in the fight for the league title.

The most notable, without a doubt, is the starting role of Ansu Fati in the azulgrana attack. Also noteworthy is the opportunity for Héctor Fort. Figures like Lamine Yamal and Dani Olmo returned. Raphinha rested.

Key Changes in FC Barcelona's Starting Eleven: Massive Rotations Against Mallorca

Ansu Fati during the FC Barcelona v Mallorca LaLiga match

Tactical note: Eric García played at right-back. Araujo and Iñigo formed as center-backs and Héctor Fort at left-back. Ansu Fati was left winger and Ferran Torres, center forward.

Defense:

• Rest for Koundé and Pau Cubarsí, regular starters. Eric García entered as right-back and Héctor Fort as left-back, while Ronald Araujo and Iñigo Martínez form the central pair.

Midfield:

• Gavi returns to the starting lineup after recovering from physical discomfort, accompanied by Pedri in the double pivot. Dani Olmo returns to the eleven as an attacking midfielder, displacing Fermín López to the bench.

Attack:

• The big news is the starting role of Ansu Fati, who had not started since matchday 10 and returns after overcoming a recent controversy. Ferran Torres occupies the center forward position due to Lewandowski's injury. Lamine Yamal completes the offensive trident, while Raphinha rests on the bench.

The most alternative eleven in the Flick era

Flick's decision to revolutionize the starting eleven stands out for the inclusion of Ansu Fati and Héctor Fort, the rest of several regulars and a strategic management of the squad at a key moment of the season.

The German coach opted for a mixture of starters and young players with experience, seeking a balance between competitiveness and physical preparation for the immediate challenges.

Context of the rotations:

Injured: Ter Stegen, Lewandowski, Alejandro Balde, Marc Casadó and Marc Bernal are not available.

Suspended: There are no suspended players in Barça.

Motivation: Flick seeks to distribute physical loads and give minutes to less regular players, without losing sight of the importance of the match against Mallorca to maintain pressure in the fight for LaLiga and arrive with the team as fresh as possible to the cup final.

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