Among the many matches Borussia Dortmund played in her history, there are those that are peculiarly stuck in the memory of fans. 1 of them is simply a series of meetings against Hans Flick, a training officer of Bayern Munich and presently FC Barcelona. No draws, no victories, six defeats – this is how Borussia's balance is presented in clashes with Flick.
In each of these meetings starred Robert Lewandowski, our representative, who under Flick's leadership hit six times against Borussia, and mostly his erstwhile club has punished as many as 27 times. This is simply a evidence that has no precedent in German football history.
Flick, who won 5 German championships with Bayern Munich, is presently a coach of FC Barcelona, with whom he competes for triumph in the Champions League. In the 2022/2023 season, his squad has already won with Borussia Dortmund in the league championship phase of the Champions League, and now waiting for them 2 games in the 1/4 final.
On the eve of these meetings, Borussia Dortmund's CEO, Hans-Joachim Watzke, gave an interview on the program "Què t’hi Jugues!" in Catalan Radio Cadena SER. Germany appreciated the rival class, and above all coach Hansi Flick. However, he noted that it would be on him that there would be additional pressure.
In an interview, Watzke said: “Flick is an intelligent and good man. He has a circumstantial kind and managed to implement it in a fresh club. I think he's the perfect coach for Barcelona. He will put quite a few force on us on the field, but in general it will be him and his squad that will have more pressure, god against the German team."
Watzke besides expressed his respect for Robert Lewandowski, with whom he remained in good relations despite the passing of years. However, he besides distinguished 1 of his teammates, Lamine Yamala. – Of course Lewandowski will be their large asset. He played for us for 4 years and I'm inactive in contact with him. I am besides impressed by Lamine Yamala. It's fantastic on the right side and has a large career ahead of it. I love the players from La Masia," Germany stressed.
In period 2022/2023 the Champions League is moving at the best velocity possible. The duels between Borussia Dortmund and FC Barcelona will be among the most interesting meetings of this competition phase. Will Hans-Joachim Watzke and his squad be able to defeat their demons and destruct Spanish champions from the competition? Only time will tell.
According to current data, Borussia Dortmund ranks 2nd in the Bundesliga table, with 57 points, and FC Barcelona ranks 1st in the La Liga table, with 65 points. In the 2022/2023 season, Robert Lewandowski scored 25 goals in the Bundesliga and 13 goals in the Champions League.
This article was created utilizing data from Polish and global sources, including the authoritative website Borussia Dortmund and FC Barcelona.
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