Fermín injects fuel into a Barça that recovers its essence

The FC Barcelona achieved its first home victory in this edition of the Champions League against a brave Olympiacos, who came out to play without reservations. This approach favored the azulgrana team, which took advantage of the spaces to offer its best version. Fermín was the fuel the team needed in a match where the absences were not felt, accompanied by an increasingly promising Dro, in a resounding victory that sent a clear message: this Barça is back in gear.

Flick moves the board

The German coach surprised with the list by including the ”touched” Ferran Torres, although he decided to reserve him on the bench. The young Dro repeated as a starter on the left flank, Fermín occupied the attacking midfield position, and Rashford acted as ´9´, while Lamine Yamal stayed on the right. In midfield, Frenkie de Jong was managed with the classic in mind. The Olympiacos of Mendilibar came out pressing high, and Podence put Tek in trouble right at the start of the match. But the superior quality of Barça soon prevailed: a genius from Dro with a backheel to Balde ended in a shot from Rashford that just went wide.

Fermín sniffs the goal

The first goal didn´t take long to arrive. Lamine Yamal created a spectacular play, the goalkeeper initially deflected it, but Fermín, always alert, caught the rebound and scored after several attempts. A goal that demonstrates his natural instinct to be where it hurts.

Anticipa Pedri.
Arrastra Rashford
Levanta la cabeza Dro.

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Rashford felt like the protagonist, taking on the role of free-kick taker and enjoying total freedom in attack. For his part, Dro, now without the pressure of his debut, played more freely on the left, allowing for a Barça that was more fluid and creative. The Greek team, far from retreating, maintained a brave attitude. This boldness allowed the match to be open, although it ultimately favored the culés. Dro shone with a precise assist to Fermín, who cut inside the area and finished with his left foot to score his second goal. The azulgrana team went into halftime with a 2-0 lead that reflected their dominance.

Olympiacos reacts, but Barça responds

Upon resuming, Barça came out with the same ambition. Fermín was close to scoring the third with a header that forced Tzolakis into a noteworthy save. However, Olympiacos reduced the deficit thanks to a penalty awarded by VAR for a handball by Eric García, although the play had already ended in a goal by El Kaabi. The goal could have changed the course of the match, but Hezze halted the Greek momentum by receiving a second yellow card for an aggression against Casadó. With one player more, Flick made changes and brought on Frenkie de Jong for a Dro who left to applause.

Culé final festival

Barça did not slow down. A foul on Rashford was reviewed by VAR and was sanctioned as a penalty, which Lamine Yamal converted without hesitation. Then, both De Jong and Lamine came close to the fourth goal before being substituted, already thinking about the classic. Before the end, Rashford scored a stunning goal with a powerful shot to the near post and, shortly after, added another with a low shot characteristic of his repertoire. The match ended with an offensive festival (6-1) and a resounding message to Real Madrid: this Barça is returning to its roots, playing with joy and confidence, and will arrive at the Santiago Bernabéu ready to make a statement. Without a doubt, there is no better way to face a classic than by instilling fear.