Barcelona have transformed into a more progressive team in attack, but are making too many mistakes at the back
The goalkeeper possibly could have done better again, as he exposed himself to Prats too early. But it is hard to complain too much about the German, who was last season Barcelona’s best player, leading the defensive line with such authority that the team conceded only 20 times from an expected goals rating of 33.2.games. Last term they needed 25 league matches to reach the same figure.
He added: “Last year we were incredibly solid at the back, but right now this department is costing us points. This is the reality. It’s our weakest point. It’s as clear as that.”The latter was enjoying his full debut with the club, after joining on a free transfer from Athletic Bilbao in the summer.
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