Ronald Koeman's second game as Barcelona boss delivered the same result as his first as the Catalans claimed a 3-1 win over Girona on Wednesday evening
The starting XI chosen by the Dutchman played 60 minutes before the reinforcements were introduced and we're already seeing signs of what Koeman's side will look like.
Sergi Roberto is ahead of Nelson Semedo, while Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba are holding onto their positions.
Ronald Araujo was the only outfield player to complete the 90 minutes at centre-back, and Francisco Trincao is showing signs of convincing as well.
Antoine Griezmann keeps looking for space, but he's still lacking a No.9 ahead of him to open space.
Trincao started and showed his ability again, assisting Philippe Coutinho's opener.
The 20-year-old is showing that he's a serious player and was part of the first XI, getting 60 minutes under his belt and leaving Ousmane Dembele on the bench.
Frenkie de Jong made a costly mistake that led to a goal.
The Dutchman looked a little lost at times, but he's a player that Koeman wants to get the best out of.
Mistakes like that on Wednesday cannot be allowed.
Konrad de la Fuente doesn't look like he's just passing through the first team.
He's the first American player to represent Barcelona - born in Miami - and he had already shown his level against Nastic de Tarragona.
He did that again against Girona, carved out a chance for Pedri and he looks like he could play a part under Koeman.
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Md_Kawsar_Alam
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He is a Diamond 😍😍😍 Barca couldn’t realise that while he was here 😊😊😊
KingJerryTheGreat
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Is it me or this new Barcelona kit kinda looks like a P.E school uniform....😗
picdilnr
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Guys I really think konrad should be tried as a full back by Ronald koeman the guy has speed and can be just like Davis
Mosanya
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Ronald Koeman taking notes during friendly match against Girona. - Top-class manager 👏
Waybiktuz
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I think barca will be better this season. here are my reasons. 1. Coutinho was not given enough time to perform but with the coach's confidence he'll deliver this season 2. Dembele has practically shown us nothing yet because of his injury problems since he arrived from Dortmund, but as yet he is fully recovered and ready to tear up defences. 3. As much as I will miss Suarez and his wonderful influence and combi with Messi I think his best days are way past and his exit honestly means more good for the team as others like Griezmann will seek to seize the chance and step up. 4. Ansu Fati is simply a stunning talent that has come to stay. This season he will surely improve in every dimension as he gets older and more experienced. 5. Even though his first days have. been problematic I still believe this coach is a million times better than that disgrace Setien. I also think he genuinely has barca DNA plus he's dutch where Cruyff's barca style is very much appreciated. 6. From every indication Bartomeu's time is up. A yr or two is certainly the most he could have, especially as the recent Messi saga has painted out the bitter reality of his tenure for all to see even more clearly. His exit will only be a blessing for the club as he has done all of Barca's worst deals in its history all alone. this guy is simply atrocious with his board. 7. Of course the biggest greenlight is the fact that the greatest footballer in history is atleast going to spend one more season with us. And as everyone knows when ever Messi is around special things happen. Simple as that.
Mosanya
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Media: Leo Messi doesn't want to play under Ronald Koeman. Reality: