Ass: Frick needs to decide whether to continue to implement the rotation policy

This Friday, Barcelona will challenge Newcastle away in the first game of the Champions League phase. Ass said coach Frick now needs to decide whether to continue to implement the rotation policy.

After experiencing the sluggish beginning of the season, Barcelona finally regained its form as the triple-champ last season. After head coach Frick publicly expressed dissatisfaction with the team's performance, the players responded quickly, defeating their opponents 6-0 against Valencia.

Flick successfully inspired the competitive atmosphere within the team through this game, but he will face key decisions next. Barcelona will usher in their first Champions League match of the season at St James Park Stadium, with Newcastle. This will be their most challenging road trip in the group stage. Frick needs to decide whether to continue to implement the rotation policy or re-enable experienced players. At the forward line, Yamal was absent due to injury, Badji took over his position and was replaced by Rafinia in the second half. The latter scored two goals on the right, proving his strength. As for the center position, Ferran Torres has always been the starting lineup, while Lewandowski can only start from the bench due to injury.

However, the Poles showed great efficiency against Valencia, contributing two goals. Although Lewandowski's historical data is better, Frick appreciates Torres' ability to open up space for the team. Considering that this is a Champions League event, Lewandowski is expected to return to the starting lineup. There is also controversy on the defensive end. Araujo sat on the bench for two consecutive games, and it seems that Frick is more inclined to use Kubasi and Eric Garcia, which can provide better options for outgoing the ball. However, facing Newcastle, which has a strong air advantage, Araujo is likely to return to the starting lineup.