Messi Praises Barcelona’s Spectacular Form Under Hansi Flick
- Lionel Messi, the greatest footballer of all time and the captain of FC Barcelona’s golden era expressed pride in his former club’s resurgence during a recent interview.
- His remarks come as no surprise, as Barcelona has cemented its position as the hottest club in football and restored football heritage in Catalonia.
By Rohan Borges
Now the main man for Inter Miami, Messi lauded Barcelona’s stunning start to the season. “I see Barcelona… they are doing great, and I’m not surprised at all," he told TV3.
"It’s a great source of pride to see how the first team is represented right now. This Barça is spectacular."
- Lionel Messi
Messi’s words echo the sentiment of fans as Barcelona, under Hansi Flick, continues to exceed expectations. The Blaugrana sit comfortably atop La Liga, having surged past rivals Real Madrid, and rank second in UEFA’s new Champions League league format. This remarkable consistency, both domestically and in Europe, has reaffirmed the club’s place among football’s elite, following nearly a half-decade of financial turmoil following Messi’s departure in 2021.
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Hansi Flick, the mastermind behind this revival, was quick to acknowledge Messi’s praise. “It’s an honor that Leo Messi, the greatest player of all time, says good things about Barça,” Flick said.
"We love that he follows the team… it means a lot to us that he holds the youngsters in the squad in such high regard."
- Hansi Flick
This Barcelona team blends youth, experience, and tactical brilliance. Their front three — Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, and Raphinha — has emerged as football’s most dangerous attacking trio, reminiscent of the legendary Messi-Neymar-Suárez (MSN) partnership.
Beyond the attack, Barcelona’s midfield, anchored by Pedri and Gavi, has dominated matches with technical precision and tireless energy. At the back, 17-year-old Cubarsi and 33-year-old Inigo Martinez have formed a lockdown defensive duo, solidifying a side primed to compete for a plethora of trophies this season.
Messi’s admiration underscores how far the team has come. Rooted in the traditions of attacking football and youth development, this Barcelona side feels distinctly modern under Flick’s guidance. With a blend of emerging talents and seasoned veterans, Barca appears poised to make history in both domestic and European competitions.