Barca Breakdown (FC Barcelona)
222 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 40 ratingsBreaking down the biggest games and news surrounding FC Barcelona.
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YAMINE LAMAL DEBUT! FC Barcelona 4-0 Real Betis Review: Lewandowski, Raphinha, Christensen Score!
April 29, 2023 22:16 - 7 minutes - 16.6 MBBarca needed a win to keep their strong lock on La Liga, as we’re starting to wind down this turbulent, yet exciting season of football. Coming to town was Betis, a club fighting Villarreal for Europa League football. As we approached the 80th minute or so, the blowout became a must watch experience though, as Lamine Yamal made his debut for Barca’s senior team, the youngest ever player to do so. The Camp Nou was raucous with excitement, as the Moroccan/Spanish winger made his way onto the l...
Frenkie De Jong & Pedri BACK! FC Barcelona 1-0 Atletico Madrid La Liga Match Review
April 23, 2023 18:20 - 9 minutes - 20.6 MBFerran Torres scored the match-winner as Barcelona secured another 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid at Spotify Camp Nou. With this win, Barça edge closer toward the LaLiga title. Moreover, this win vs Atletico also stops the negative streak of results that Barcelona had in the last couple of weeks. The first half saw Barcelona in control of possession, but Atletico had a couple of good chanced. However, just before the break, Raphinha found Ferran, and the Spanish winger scored the winner. B...
FC Barcelona 0-0 Girona La Liga Match Review
April 11, 2023 04:14 - 8 minutes - 18.7 MBWith a win, Barca would extend their lead atop La Liga to 15 points. And with the game at home, Barca truly couldn’t squander this golden opportunity. For Barca’s title hopes, this match seemed very important in terms of wrapping up La Liga as quickly as possible. A chance to go 15 points clear of Real Madrid certainly can’t be taken for granted, which is why many expected Barca to at least come out with energy and feistiness. But surprising to us, Barca came out with almost zero energy. Gi...
FC Barcelona 0-4 Real Madrid Copa Del Rey Semifinals Match Review
April 06, 2023 05:43 - 13 minutes - 31.4 MBIt wasn’t the El Clasico we all hoped for. Far from it. Barça arrived to the game with many missing players. However, this doesn’t mean they shouldn’t get a better result. Karim Benzema scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid beat Barça 4-0 to advance to the Copa del Rey final.
Elche 0-4 FC Barcelona La Liga Match Review: Lewandowski, Ferran Torres, and Ansu Fati BACK SCORING!
April 01, 2023 22:41 - 9 minutes - 22.5 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back discussing FC Barcelona's 0-4 victory away against Elche in La Liga. Barca scored 4 goals: 2 by Lewandowksi and one each by Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres. FC Barcelona is now 15 points clear of Real Madrid, who Barca play in a Copa Del Rey El Clasico on Wednesday. Barca took care of business in an exciting way, with goals galore, and even some exciting minutes from Pablo Torre and La Masia prospect Aleix Garrido. Who by the way, is an intriguing midfield prospect tha...
FC Barcelona 2-1 Real Madrid La Liga Match Review: 12 POINTS CLEAR! Kessie and Sergi Roberto Score!!
March 19, 2023 23:34 - 8 minutes - 19.8 MBBARCELONA are 12 points clear after beating Real Madrid in El Clasico! So happy to have BarcaBreakdown episodes with happy feelings. Lord knows it has been a long time.
Athletic Club 0-1 FC Barcelona La Liga Match Review: 9 Points Clear & Real Madrid at Camp Nou Next!
March 12, 2023 23:40 - 9 minutes - 21.9 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back covering FC Barcelona's 0-1 victory at San Mames against Athletic Club Bilbao. Raphinha scored the games only goal with an assist from Sergio Busquets, as had happened last week for Barca. Marc Andre Ter Stegen continued to show he is the MVP of this Barcelona La Liga campaign, with massive saves to upset Ernesto Valverde taking on his previous club. Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BarcaBreakdown
FC Barcelona 1-0 Valencia La Liga Match Review: 10 Points Clear!
March 05, 2023 19:09 - 7 minutes - 17.8 MBThe Barca Breakdown is back with FC Barcelona's 1-0 victory against Valencia at the Camp Nou. Raphinha scored a beautiful header from a nice Busquets assist. Ronald Araujo picked up a red card, largely due to a poor back pass from Jules Kounde. It looks like Araujo will only miss the Athletic Bilbao game, but there are worries he may have to miss the Clasico vs. Real Madrid as well.
BARCA WIN AT THE BERNABEU! Real Madrid 0-1 FC Barcelona Match Review: Copa Del Rey Semifinals
March 03, 2023 05:18 - 15 minutes - 34.4 MBBarcaBuzz TV is back discussing FC Barcelona's victory 0-1 against Real Madrid in Madrid. It wasn’t a stellar performance by the “Xavineta”. But in a way, the win tonight in ‘El Clasico’ was bigger than the 4-0 win last season. Mainly because the team had to play without the 3 best players in attack. And yes, it could never be a pretty FC Barcelona game at Madrid. However, the fact that the team collectively defended the lead and were able to win the game was impressive. Now, the team will ...
Almeria 1-0 FC Barcelona: Worst Performance of the Season. Can Xavi and Barcelona Bounce Back?
February 26, 2023 21:12 - 10 minutes - 24.2 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back discussing the 1-0 loss of FC Barcelona vs. Almeria, with the worst performance of the season by Xavi's men. Lewandowski continues to struggle greatly, with very little impact on the game. The rotations to rest Kounde, Araujo and Balde seemed to backfire as Almeria scored on a quick counterattack. Gavi again picks up a yellow, one that will cause him to miss the next game against Valencia in La Liga. We really, really miss Pedri and Dembele....
FC Barcelona 2-0 Cadiz Match Review: Ferran Torres Impresses! Sergi Roberto Starts At Old Trafford?
February 19, 2023 23:01 - 7 minutes - 17 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back discussing FC Barcelona's 2-0 victory at Camp Nou against Cadiz. FC Barcelona remains 8 points ahead of Real Madrid in the La Liga Title Race. Ferran Torres put in his first impressive performance in months and may be due to start against Manchester United with Gavi, Pedri, and Dembele out for the Europa League clash. Sergi Roberto also performed well, scoring a goal against Cadiz. Xavi seems to favor him as a midfield replacement without Pedri.
FC Barcelona 2-2 Manchester United Europa League Review: Raphinha Huge Second Half!
February 17, 2023 04:44 - 11 minutes - 26.3 MBBarcaBuzz TV is back discussing the 2-2 draw between FC Barcelona and Manchester United in the Europa League. Raphinha led Xavi's Barca with a goal and assist, while Marcus Rashford scored along with a Joules Kounde OG. Xavi puzzled many before the game when he deviated from the strong Kounde-Araujo-Christensen-Balde back line, in favor of Marcus Alonso and Jordi Alba. Unfortunately, Pedri picked up a knock that may have him out for a month.
FC Barcelona-Manchester United Europa League Knockout Stage Match Preview
February 15, 2023 05:08 - 24 minutes - 55.5 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back with Pablo Wools-Blanco (@pabloWBofficial) to discuss the FC Barcelona vs. Manchester United Europa League gaming coming up Thursday. FC Barcelona are on fire, as Xavi has lead the team to 0 losses so far in 2023. Barca fans are certainly feeling good about the team with Frenkie De Jong, Ter Stegen, Balde, Pedri, Kounde etc. playing at their absolute best for FC Barcelona. Unfortunately, Barcelona will be missing Ousmane Dembele and Busquets, though Kessie and Raph...
Villareal 0-1 FC Barcelona Match Review: 11 Points Clear of Madrid! Pedri BRILLIANT GOAL!
February 12, 2023 23:41 - 10 minutes - 24.5 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back breaking down FC Barcelona's 0-1 victory away against Villareal. Xavi's Barca went up 11 points over Real Madrid thanks to a beautiful connection between Pedri and Lewandowski for the game's only goal. With Sergio Busquets out for more weeks, and Barcelona's huge Europa League match against Manchester United coming up midweek, Xavi went with Kessie in the 4 man midfield alongside Frenkie De Jong, Gavi, and Pedri. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Barca_Buzz...
FC Barcelona 3-0 Sevilla FC Match Review: 8 Points CLEAR OF MADRID! Raphinha, Alba, Kessie Step Up!
February 05, 2023 23:16 - 11 minutes - 26.6 MBThe BarcaBreakdown returns to discuss the HUGE 3-0 victory for FC Barcelona over Sevilla in La Liga. With Real Madrid dropping points to Mallorca earlier in the day, the Sevilla game at Camp Nou presented Xavi's Barca with a huge match to take an even bigger Liga lead. Unfortunately, Sergio Busquets was injured in the game's early minutes, requiring Kessie to come in and support Frenkie De Jong, Gavi, and Pedri. Jordi Alba, Raphinha, and Gavi all scored against Sevilla, cementing a wonderfu...
Real Betis 1-2 FC Barcelona Match Review: Barca 8 Points Clear! Xavi’s Barca on FIRE!
February 02, 2023 04:10 - 9 minutes - 20.9 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back discussing FC Barcelona's huge victory away at Real Betis in La Liga. Lewandowski and Raphinha both scored, with Alejandro Balde and Sergio Busquets putting in great appearances. Once again Pedri and Gavi looked great as Xavi's Barca continue to impress in 2023. Huge month of February with 2 games against Manchester United coming up in the Europa League! Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BarcaBreakdown
Girona 0-1 FC Barcelona La Liga Review: Barca Stay Top of the Table! Pray Dembele Recovers Fast!
January 28, 2023 18:36 - 7 minutes - 17.4 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back discussing FC Barcelona's 1-0 victory away against Girona, thanks to a scrappy goal from Pedri. Unfortunately, Xavi's side were without Robert Lewandowski due to his last red card suspension, and Ousmane Dembele appeared to pick up a quadriceps injury. Pedri scored thanks to a Jordi Alba cross and a bit of fortune that Girona's goalkeeper missed the cross.
FC Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad 1-0 Copa Del Rey Quarterfinals: Dembele’s SPECTACULAR Performance
January 26, 2023 04:35 - 13 minutes - 31.2 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back covering the FC Barcelona 1-0 victory against Real Sociedad in the Copa Del Rey Quarterfinals. A world-class performance from Ousmane Dembele, including a goal, helped carry Barca through to the Semifinals on a night when the whole team performed well. Unfortunately, Barca was unable to convert on great scoring opportunities by Lewandowski, Frenkie De Jong, and Gavi. Thankfully, Xavi said postgame that Pedri was substituted for a minor knock, but will be available ...
FC Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad Copa Del Rey Quarter Final Match Preview: HUGE TEST FOR Xavi!
January 24, 2023 19:00 - 8 minutes - 20 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back with an FC Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad Copa Del Rey Quarter Finals preview. In their first meeting this season, Barca won 4-1 against La Real after a huge Ansu Fati substitution turned the game early in the season.
Messi RECONSIDERING PSG Renewal? Messi Return to FC Barcelona? Mixed Reporting on World Cup Champion
January 24, 2023 04:26 - 5 minutes - 13.5 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back discussing the latest BOMBSHELL reporting from Gerard Romero....and from almost no one else. Romero is reporting Lionel Messi, World Cup Champion and FC Barcelona Legend, is reconsidering his contract renewal with PSG. Romero reports after the World Cup, Messi's priorities have changed. Will Joan Laporta attempt to get Messi back to Barca? Do you want Messi Back? Does Messi want to come back? Let me know in the comments!
FC Barcelona 1-0 Getafe Match Review: Ter Stegen Best Form Ever? Pedri Scores the Winner!
January 22, 2023 20:47 - 8 minutes - 19.5 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back with FC Barcelona defeating Getafe 1-0 at the first La Liga game at Camp Nou in 2023. Pedri scored a goal from a wonderful Raphinha cross to put Xavi’s Barca up 6 points in La Liga (for now..). Barcelona will now be looking onward to the Copa Del Rey match against Real Sociedad on Wednesday. Thankfully, Barca took home 3 points with Ronald Araujo, Frenkie De Jong, and Robert Lewandowski (red card suspension) all unavailable for the game.
FC Barcelona Through to Copa Del Rey Quarterfinals! Ansu Fati is Back? Kessie BEST BARCA PERFORMANCE
January 20, 2023 04:23 - 5 minutes - 10.4 MBBarca Buzz TV is back with FC Barcelona beating AD Cueta to reach the Copa Del Rey Quarter Finals. Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, Frank Kessie, and Ansu Fati all scored to help Xavi’s men continue their string of good performances. Thankfully, Xavi was able to rest Frenkie De Jong, Ousmane Dembele, Ronald Araujo, and Jules Kounde for the full 90 minutes, with a La Liga game against Getafe looming this Sunday. Real Madrid is 3 points behind, so it is crucial for Barca to rest players when ...
Real Madrid 1-3 FC Barcelona: Xavi’s Barca Win Super Cup! DOMINATED Madrid in El Clasico!
January 15, 2023 22:30 - 10 minutes - 19.5 MBThe Barca Breakdown celebrates FC Barcelona’s victory over Real Madrid in the Super Cup. Gavi’s absolutely amazing performance lead the way in what was a truly dominate win from Xavi’s Barca as they captured their first trophy. Lewandowski, Gavi, and Pedri all scored and assisted each other during the rout in Riyadh. Xavi, as he did against Atletico, went with a four man midfield of Busquets, Frenkie De Jong, Pedri and Gavi. This turned out to be crucial with all four players putting in ...
Real Betis vs Barcelona 2-2, Spanish Super Cup Semi-Final MATCH REVIEW
January 13, 2023 05:47 - 10 minutes - 20.5 MBThe Barca Breakdown is back with the FC Barcelona 2-2 victory on penalties against Real Betis in the Spanish Super Cup Semi-Final! Robert Lewandoski and Ansu Fati had a goal each to help Barca reach the Super Cup Final against Real Madrid. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen proved to be the key player for Barcelona again, adding to his impressive goalkeeping resume in the 2022/2023 season. Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BarcaBreakdown
Atletico Madrid 0-1 FC Barcelona Match Review: TOP OF THE TABLE! Dembele-Pedri Connection Beautiful Goal!
January 09, 2023 00:02 - 14 minutes - 27.4 MBFC Barcelona took 3 huge points against Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano, leaving Barca top of the league after Real Madrid’s dropped points against Villareal. Xavi’s Barca went ahead early in the 22nd minute as Ousmane Dembele scored a huge goal thanks to a beautiful run from Pedri and nice touch by Gavi. The game became nervy after, however, as Barca lost control and our old foe/friend Antoinne Griezmann lead Atleti in the search for a goal. However, the wonderful backline of Bal...
FC Barcelona 1-1 Espanyol Match Review: Lahoz DISASTERCLASS, Barca’s La Liga Lead Squandered
December 31, 2022 17:55 - 15 minutes - 29.2 MBThe BarcaBreakdown is back with a match review of FC Barcelona’s 1-1 draw against Espanyol, featuring goals by Marcus Alonso and Joselu. Xavi’s Barca returned after the World Cup (won by Lionel Messi!!) and immediately entered a derby versus Espanyol marred by the awful officiating from Mateu Lahoz. We did see Xavi rest some players who recently came back from international duty, such as Kounde and Dembele from France, as well as Araujo not featuring as he slowly gets reintegrated with the t...
Araujo WORLD CUP BOUND! Umtiti 2.0? No Balde for Spain!
November 16, 2022 05:29 - 12 minutes - 24.2 MBThe BarcaBreakdown discuss Ronald Araujo's call up for the World Cup with Uruguay after recovering from thigh surgery. FC Barcelona must not be too happy with Araujo playing, as we experienced Samuel Umtiti hurting his knee permanently playing for France (and winning) in 2018. However, Araujo already had surgery and is recovering quicker than expected, which hopefully helps reduce any chance of injury. Here are the other Barca players at the World Cup 2022: Spain: Eric Garcia, Ansu Fati, P...
Osasuna v FC Barcelona (1-2) Match Review: TOP OF LA LIGA - Barca are 5 Points Clear of Madrid!!
November 09, 2022 06:40 - 12 minutes - 23.4 MBThe Barca Breakdown reviewed FC Barcelona's Victory against Osasuna. A game that seemed impossible to win after going down one goal and a man, Barca were able to muster the strength to take 3 points. This season, it has been atypical to see Barca perform well in the second half. But when it mattered most, Barca were able to score 2 goals and are now clear 5 points ahead of Madrid. The timing is perfect as all of soccer is heading into the international break for the World Cup. Barca were able...
Valencia CF v FC Barcelona (0-1) Match Review: LEWAN-GOALSKI Secures Another Victory In La Liga!
October 29, 2022 23:01 - 13 minutes - 25.4 MBThe Barca Breakdown reviewed FC Barcelona's Victory against Valencia. A last minute goal by Lewandowski, assisted by Raphinha, gives Barcelona the win! However, the overall performance of the team was lackluster. Players look tired and off target with shots and passing. Physical and mental fatigue may be dwindling Barca's performances aside from all the individual injuries that riddle the team. The one saving grace Barca's La Liga record holds strong in run with Real Madrid and Barca are able...
FC Barcelona BACK TO EUROPA LEAGUE! Xavi at Fault? Injuries? Bayern Dominates at the Camp Nou.
October 28, 2022 05:51 - 18 minutes - 34.5 MBThe Barca Breakdown reviewed FC Barcelona's defeat against Bayern Munish. Even before the game, Barca Europa League fate was sealed as Inter beat Plzen 4-0. With Barca knocked out of the Champions League two years in a row in the group stages, who is to blame? We tackle this question by addressing Xavi record this season, the players, and the Barca board. There were high expectations to the season and having them end again in harsh fashion has left the fan base split. Can Barca still make so...
FC Barcelona v Athletic Bilbao (4-0): Dembele’s Superstar Performance CRUSHES Valverde’s Bilbao
October 23, 2022 23:26 - 14 minutes - 28 MBThe Barca Breakdown reviewed FC Barcelona's victory against former manager, Ernesto Valverde's Athletic Bilbao. Xavi has really grown and chosen to try new lineups/strategies to adjust their play. This included playing 4 midfielders allowing Barca to control the midfield and push players forward. The star players were Dembele, Balde, and Frenkie De Jong. Additionally, Roberto played way more offensively adding to interplay with Demeble. This allowed Dembele to run in open spaces and connect w...
FC Barcelona v Villarreal (3-0) Match Review: Fati, Torres, & Lewandowski COMBINE To Score 3!!!
October 21, 2022 05:42 - 14 minutes - 26.5 MBThe Barca Breakdown reviewed FC Barcelona's victory against the Yellow Submarines, Villareal. The team that Barca lost to in their final game of last season at the Camp Nou. However, the tables were turned today's game as Barca were able to score 3 goals in the first half. Lewandowski scored a brace and face scored the third. The performance was overwhelmingly positive with Barca maintaining much of the possession and creating many opportunities. It's hard to tell what the reason behind Barca...
Real Madrid v FC Barcelona (3-1) Match Review: El Clasico - Barca Drop To 2nd In October From HELL
October 17, 2022 05:10 - 16 minutes - 31 MBThe Barca Breakdown reviewed FC Barcelona's defeat in El Clasico. As Real Madrid and Barca were tied on points heading into the game, a victory was crucial for either team. Although, it was Madrid who wanted it more. They dominated Barca in the transition and midfield control. However, it wasn't only the intensity that brought Madrid their victory, but Barca's poor defensive structure which left them susceptible to the counter attack. Yes, the ref wasn't great, but Barca did not play with in...
FC Barcelona v Inter Milan (3-3) Match Review: Dembele & Lewy Score 3 while Busquets and Pique Fail
October 13, 2022 05:18 - 18 minutes - 33.9 MBThe Barca Breakdown reviewed FC Barcelona's draw in the second leg against Inter Milan at the Camp Nou. Every fan felt this game was do or die and the Camp Nou fans' energy was exuberant! The Blaugrana energy was also pouring out on the pitch as players pushed their physical limits. Dembele and Lewandowki were able to score 3 goals. However it wasn't enough. Barca were their own worst enemy as blunders from Pique, Busquets, and Eric Garcia resulted in 3 goals for the Italian side. The result...
FC Barcelona 1-0 Celta Vigo Match Review: FC Barcelona Remain TOP of La Liga, though Tough Week Ahead!
October 09, 2022 22:42 - 19 minutes - 36.3 MBThe BarcaBreakdown discuss the 1-0 victory of FC Barcelona against Celta Vigo at the Camp Nou.
Inter Milan v. FC Barcelona (1-0) Match Review: Xavi FAILS To Adapt In DIRE Champions League Test
October 05, 2022 04:53 - 22 minutes - 41.3 MBThe Barca Breakdown discuss the loss in Italy against Inter Milan. In their 3rd Champions League game of the season, Barca find themselves 3rd in the group only able to score against Plzen. There were many problems in the game, but most issues can be isolated to Xavi's decisions and lack of adaptation. While Alonso can be a great asset, his start in this game is on question as he's only played against Bayern Munich and has had no other minutes since acquisition. Balde being the front man a...
Mallorca v. FC Barcelona (0-1) Match Review: A Moment of Lewandowski Brilliance Seals Another Win
October 01, 2022 22:28 - 14 minutes - 27.4 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed the victory against Mallorca after returning from the international break. With all the injuries that racked up, Xavi had to change the line up. Alba started as the left back with Balde on the right back alongside Pique and Christensen. Appearing in the midfield was Kessie, Busquets, and Gavi with Dembele, Lewandowksi, and Fati on the attack. While this is not Xavi's first choice, considering the return from international break, injuries, and the need to rest pl...
Barca News: Araujo, Kounde, De Jong, Depay, & Bellerin Injured For CRITICAL October Schedule!
September 28, 2022 14:23 - 18 minutes - 34.3 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed the unfortunate news of players injured during the international break. It seems Araujo, Kounde, De Jong, and Bellerin have all picked up injuries. This could not have come at a worse time as Barca are about to have the one of the most important months of the year in October. Barca face Inter Milan two times in the champions league along with the second leg of Bayern. While Barca must beat Inter Milan so that there is no question to move out of the group stages,...
FC Barcelona v Elche (3-0) Match Review: Lewandowski TWO MORE GOALS! Pedri MOTM, Depay Scores!
September 17, 2022 18:18 - 9 minutes - 17.6 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed Matchday 6 against Elche. Elche has surely struggled this season as they've plummeted to 20th on the table. Barca's form this season has proved to be strong, scoring many goals, many of which coming from Lewandowski. Unfortunately for Elche, they received a red card for a poor foul on Lewandowski in the 15th minute leaving them with 10 men. Barca certainly capitalized on this opportunity, in the 34' when Balde crossed the ball into the box and Lewy slid in and...
Bayern Munich v FC Barcelona (2-0) Match Review: Lewandowski and Pedri Fall Short & Alonso Starts!
September 14, 2022 03:30 - 21 minutes - 40.8 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed the tough Champions League loss in Munich. With so much history in the recent years between Bayern and Barca, this match was highly anticipated. This is especially true as Barca has seen some wonderful improvement this year under Xavi and after the summer transfer window. Unfortunately, the game did not pan out in Barca's favor and they lost 2-0 to Bayern. Barca's biggest enemy was themselves. This game could have been won with some clinical finishing from Lewan...
Cadiz v. FC Barcelona (0-4): Frenkie CRUSHES Cadiz’s 2 Year Unbeaten Streak Against Barca
September 10, 2022 21:02 - 20 minutes - 38.8 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed matchday 5 away in Cadiz. A team that is 20th on the table with ZERO points and ZERO goals on the charts. Seeing Barca have their first huge match of the season against Bayern on Tuesday, Xavi chose a lineup that featured less starters. Bellerin started as right back alongside Araujo, Pique, and Balde while the midfield started with Frenkie, giving Pedri a rest. Memphis and Torres were the attacking front with Raphinha. As the lineup is very fresh, it was ex...
FC Barcelona v. Plzen (5-1): DEMBELE AND LEWANDOWSKI IGNITE Champions League Season Opener!
September 08, 2022 04:44 - 18 minutes - 35.2 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed the champions league season opener against Plzen with goals from Lewandowski and Dembele. While Barca fell in the Group of Death (again), Plzen were the least threatening. However, Barca could not afford to lose points in the group as Barca will play Bayern Munich and Inter Milano. The Bayern game is next Tuesday and it's safe to say Xavi wants his most trusted starting XI ready and rested. So in today's game, we saw an interesting line-up which included Alba a...
Sevilla v FC Barcelona (0-3) Match Review: Lewandowski, Dembele, & Raphinha Shut Sevilla Down In 45’
September 03, 2022 22:21 - 13 minutes - 25.6 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed the away victory against Sevilla. Coming into the game Barca had just come off a 4-0 win against Villadolid and Sevilla only had 1 point in 4 games. Xavi also decided to use the same line up against Villadolid, but started Dembele on the left side and Raphinha on the right. In the first 20 minutes, Barca struggled to move the ball forward as Sevilla dropped their defense into their defensive half. This was also difficult to deal with because our midfields were...
FRENKIE v. GAVI with ThePurist: The FIGHT For Xavi’s Starting XI - Who Deserves The RW? Dembele or Raphinha?
September 02, 2022 06:10 - 24 minutes - 46.5 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed the debate of who should start, Frenkie or Gavi and Barcelona's choices for wingers. Special guest Jaleel, aka ThePurist_ on Twitter, joins us to give his insight. Gavi and Frenkie both have their strengths and weaknesses, but the differential in minutes seems to favor Gavi. We discuss why Xavi prefers Gavi and why haven't we seen more Frenkie. What type of match do each of these players prosper in and has Xavi figured this out? Then there's the discussion of...
FC Barcelona v Valladolid (4-0) Match Review: Lewandowski &Dembele Shine and Kounde’s First Start!
August 28, 2022 21:05 - 17 minutes - 32.8 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed the 4-0 victory against Valladolid. After much anticipation, Xavi started Kounde as the right back alongside Araujo, Garcia, and Balde. Again, Frenkie De Jong lost the starting position to Gavi. And the seemingly standard starting front line of Rahpinha, Dembele, and Lewandowski kicked off at the Camp Nou. The possession was dominated by Barca in the whole 90'. This isn't particularly surprising as Valladolid had recently just returned from regulation and in p...
Xavi’s Changes for Real Sociedad: Mistake? Ter Stegen & Pedri Excellence! Fati, Lewandowski Clinical
August 24, 2022 05:14 - 16 minutes - 30.3 MBThe Barca Breakdown discussed victory in Anoeta against Real Sociedad. Barcelona take their first W of the season with a 1-4 scoreline. While the scoreline maybe flattering, Barca certainly struggled to break the tie until the 60'. The game changed when Xavi subbed in Fati and Raphinha, which provided a much stronger threat. Quickly, La Real found themselves at the mercy of Fati of which provided an assit to Dembele and scored a goal for himself. But who was responsible for this victory...
Real Sociedad 1-4 FC Barcelona Match Review: Ansu Fati MASTERCLASS! Lewandowski & Dembele Score!
August 21, 2022 23:34 - 16 minutes - 31.5 MBThe BarcaBreakdown discuss FC Barcelona’s 1-4 victory against Real Sociedad at Anoeta. Xavi’s surprising starting eleven clearly did not work, though Pedri, Balde and Lewandowski combined for a fantastic goal in the game’s opening minute. However, Araujo as RB, Frenkie De Jong as pivot, and Ferran Torres working inside with Lewandowski left us open to a counter and early goal to tie the game 1-1 by Isak. Overall, Xavi tried a new 3-4-3 (3-2-3-1?) lineup that did not work for the first 60...
Xavi MUST SOLVE these issues for Real Sociedad in La Liga this weekend!
August 18, 2022 20:00 - 22 minutes - 41.9 MBThe BarcaBreakdown discuss the issues FC Barcelona and Xavi are facing after a draw to Rayo Vallecano fell well short of expectations. With the additions of Lewandowski, Raphinha, Christensen (and now Kounde), Xavi needs time to develop Barca. However, some fans are worried about a continuous trend from Xavi’s side, so the BarcaBreakdown tackle the issues he must conquer! First, we discuss how Ronald Araujo playing as a full back against Rayo did not go well, and our believe that Araujo sho...
FC Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano 0-0 La Liga Match Review: Lewandowski, Raphinha, Dembele Goalless!
August 13, 2022 23:15 - 14 minutes - 27.3 MBThe Barca Breakdown discuss the first day of the 2022/23 La Liga season against Rayo Vallecano. A team that beat us in both match days last season, was responsible for our third home loss, and was the final game of the Koeman era. Every Barca fan could only imagine the sweet payback Barca would get with a huge summer of signings. However, match day 1 did not deliver exactly as fans would have thought. Xavi's starting line-up did not feature Dest, who was not even called up, nor Frenkie De J...
FC Barcelona’s Gala Back Line: With The Arrival of Kounde and Christensen, Who Will Xavi Rely Upon?
August 06, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 57.2 MBJaleel/ThePurist's Medium Article: https://medium.com/@Jaleel/decoding-barcelonas-centre-backs-7914e994cea1 ThePurist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThePurist_ The BarcaBreakdown have special guest Jaleel aka the Purist, as he's known by his Twitter handle, to discuss is most recent article "Decoding Barcelona's Centre Backs". We discussed his preferred gala backline as FC Barcelona have more defensive options with the signing of Christensen and Kounde. The other players to choose from are...