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Djokovic Falls in US Open First Round, Earliest Grand Slam Exit in 20 Years

From Asharq Al-Awsat · () English

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  • Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Lamine Yamal is working his way back toward his best form after an April hamstring injury and a difficult start to the season.
  • Flick said Yamal played 90 minutes against Athletic Bilbao and showed flashes of his top level in training.
  • Barcelona have won their opening two matches, and Flick said he is satisfied with the squad even if the club does not sign another striker.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick says Lamine Yamal is gradually returning to his “top level” after struggling in the team’s opening match of the season.

The 19-year-old winger found his form difficult to recover after a hamstring injury in April. He returned at the World Cup but had limited individual impact despite Spain winning the tournament. Flick said Yamal improved in Barcelona’s second match, against Athletic Bilbao, although he did not score.

Everyone loves Lamine and he's in a good way. And we have to support him and we do that.

— Hansi FlickHe said Yamal is recovering his form after injury and a difficult opening match.

Flick said playing the full 90 minutes against Bilbao was useful for Yamal. He also said the player showed moments of his best level in training and urged continued support for him. Barcelona have won both of their opening fixtures, with Raphinha playing as a makeshift central striker.

The coach added that he was content with the players available to him if Barcelona failed to sign their preferred target, Julian Alvarez, from Atletico Madrid.

Of course I'm happy with my team. Deco is working on that to strengthen the team. We don't have pressure.

— Hansi FlickHe discussed Barcelona’s squad and the possibility of signing another striker.
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