How Xavi’s tactics gave Lamine Yamal what he needed to shine ⭐️
(A Thread)
(A Thread)
Most of Barca’s chances came from the right side where Lamine Yamal was involved. A strategy implemented by Xavi.
The 16 year old registered 1 assist, 4 shots (2 hit the post), 1 big chance created, and 3/3 dribbles.
The 16 year old registered 1 assist, 4 shots (2 hit the post), 1 big chance created, and 3/3 dribbles.
Xavi gave Lamine Yamal the surroundings to thrive - and he did.
The question is, how did he do it? The best example can be found by analyzing our winning goal.
The question is, how did he do it? The best example can be found by analyzing our winning goal.
Lamine Yamal is in a 1v1 situation. Sergi Roberto makes a wholehearted overlapping run, turning it into a 2v1. Gündogan makes an underlapping run, creating space for Lamine to cut inside.
If it wasn’t for Gündogan, the player in the red circle would have blocked Lamine from going on the inside. The goal happens because Sergi Roberto & Gündogan offer excellent off the ball movements, which moves opponents out of position.
The details for Barca’s winning goal is beautiful. Great dynamics and connections between the players.
Many compared Lamine to Raphinha after the game, but it’s worth mentioning we hardly give Raphinha these surroundings. Usually more isolated.
Many compared Lamine to Raphinha after the game, but it’s worth mentioning we hardly give Raphinha these surroundings. Usually more isolated.
Barca accumulated 3.07 xG & 21 shots. Offensively it was a strong display, and our tactics worked.
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