Flick doubts the continuity of a star player due to his weak performance against Benfica

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22/02/25 21:00:00

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FC Barcelona achieved a hard-fought victory last night against Benfica in a Champions League match that left mixed feelings for Hansi Flick, the coach of the blue and claret team. Despite the positive result, the German coach did not hide his discontent with the performance of Ronald Araújo, who was far from his best form and ended up being one of the criticized players of the match.

The Uruguayan center-back, considered one of the defensive pillars of the team, made several costly errors. Araújo failed to maintain the defensive solidity that characterizes him, being surpassed on various occasions by Benfica's strikers, resulting in goals against Barcelona during the match.

One of the most unfortunate moments of the night came when Araújo scored an own goal, increasing nervousness at Camp Nou. This, coupled with his insecurity in coverages and ball clearances, made him the focus of criticism from Flick, who admitted in a press conference that "there are players who need to regain concentration and focus in crucial moments."

Are the rumors about his future not letting him focus on the game?

The defender's performance could be influenced by his uncertain future at the club. For weeks now, Araújo has been at a crossroads between renewing his contract with Barça or seeking new horizons in another team. This situation seems to have taken a toll on him, affecting his performance on the field.

The German coach has been clear that concentration and commitment are essential to maintain the team's competitiveness. Araújo, who has the support of a large part of the fans, will need to regain his best level to dispel doubts and secure his continuity as a key piece in the Barcelona project.

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