Barcelona's Grueling Schedule: Flick's Tactical Dilemma

Barcelona faces a challenging schedule as they play Osasuna and Girona shortly after the international break. Manager Hansi Flick is concerned about player fatigue, especially without key forward Raphinha. Despite being on a winning streak, Barca must navigate injuries and fixture congestion to maintain their LaLiga lead.

Barcelona is up against a demanding timetable, with upcoming matches against Osasuna and Girona shortly following the international break that has left many players fatigued. Manager Hansi Flick is notably concerned, particularly in light of the absence of key forward Raphinha.

The packed schedule resulted from a rescheduling of the match with Osasuna after Barcelona's team doctor passed away. The club now faces seven games across three competitions by mid-April amidst ongoing player fatigue and injuries.

With Raphinha sidelined, Barcelona will need to stretch their squad as Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid closely monitor their rivals' performance. The race for the LaLiga title remains intensely competitive, with all eyes on Barca's ability to maintain their momentum.

(With inputs from agencies.)