Barcelona experienced their first loss in La Liga this season under new manager Hansi Flick, falling to Osasuna. The match, held on 28 September 2024, marked a significant moment as Osasuna managed to secure a victory against the Catalan giants.
Match Details
The defeat comes after a series of strong performances by Barcelona, who had previously maintained a perfect start in the league under Flick’s leadership. This loss follows Flick’s recent expression of concern over goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen’s injury, which may have impacted the team’s performance.
Recent Developments
In the lead-up to this match, Barcelona had shown promising form:
- On 22 September 2024, Hansi Flick voiced worries about Ter Stegen’s injury.
- Earlier the same day, Barcelona celebrated an unbeaten run in La Liga.
- Despite a previous defeat, Flick remained optimistic about the team’s prospects on 19 September 2024.
- Pedri dedicated a goal to Flick on 15 September 2024, highlighting the positive atmosphere within the squad.
- Barcelona had a stellar start to the season under Flick’s management, as noted on 15 September 2024.
Managerial Impact
Hansi Flick, who took over as Barcelona’s manager, has been instrumental in the team’s early successes this season. However, this recent defeat against Osasuna will be a test of his managerial skills as he seeks to maintain the team’s momentum in the upcoming fixtures.