After Barcelona’s preseason clash against Vissel Kobe, Marcus Rashford expressed confidence in new head coach Hansi Flick. The English forward praised Flick’s tactical vision and his ability to maximize player potential. Rashford also highlighted his versatility in the attacking line and reaffirmed his ambition to contribute both goals and assists in the upcoming season.
Trust in Hansi Flick
Speaking after the match in Japan, Rashford said:
“I believe Hansi Flick can bring out the best in me. I’m here to help the team win. I’m ready to listen, adapt, and do whatever is needed to help the team improve.”
Rashford Embraces His Versatility
The 26-year-old underlined his flexibility as a forward:
“I can play in different attacking roles. That’s one of my strengths — I’m comfortable anywhere across the front line. I’ll play wherever the team needs me. I want to score goals, but also create chances from various positions.”
This adaptability could prove crucial for Barcelona in Flick’s fluid attacking system, especially as the club looks to compete on multiple fronts this season.
Stats vs. Vissel Kobe (Preseason Friendly)
- Minutes played: 33
- SofaScore rating: 6.7
- Shots on target: 1
- Passing accuracy: 88% (15/17)
- Key passes: 1
- Accurate long balls: 2
- Unsuccessful crosses: 1
- Ground duels won: 0/4
- Balls recovered: 1
Though it was a brief outing, Rashford showed promising link-up play and positional awareness. With more minutes under Flick, he’s expected to grow into a key figure in Barcelona’s new-look attack.
