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Pedri Injury Woes Plague Barcelona Again
22 Jan
Summary
- Pedri suffered a muscle injury, potentially to his right hamstring.
- Barcelona's defense conceded 13 goals in the competition.
- The team's top-eight chances for direct progression remain alive.
Midfielder Pedri suffered a muscle injury, feared to be to his right hamstring, during a recent match, sparking worries given his history of similar ailments. His absence significantly impacts Barcelona's play, affecting their passing range and defensive intensity.
Defensively, Barcelona has struggled throughout the competition, conceding 13 goals. This recurring problem was evident in their passive defending during set pieces, a weakness that also cost them in previous crucial matches. Coach Hansi Flick has publicly called for reinforcements.
Despite these challenges, Barcelona's hopes of securing a top-eight spot for direct progression into the Round of 16 are still alive. They currently sit ninth, level on points with seven other teams, and a strong performance in their upcoming match against Copenhagen is expected to be crucial for qualification.
