Match Performance Review: Barcelona vs. Girona

omidbasir- **Joan Garcia (7/10):**
Garcia faced challenges due to Cubarsi’s poor clearance but showcased his skills with a remarkable save to deny Vernat, despite the striker being offside. He was ultimately beaten by Beltran, although a foul in the build-up went unnoticed.

**Jules Kounde (7/10):**
Kounde provided a beautiful assist for Cubarsi’s opening goal and effectively contained Gil, establishing himself as Barcelona’s top defender. He was fouled prior to Beltran’s goal, which was not penalized.

**Pau Cubarsi (6/10):**
Cubarsi scored a stunning header to put Barcelona in the lead, but his subsequent failure to clear the ball allowed Lemar to equalize, marking a critical mistake.

**Eric Garcia (5/10):**
Garcia displayed clumsiness reminiscent of the previous match against Atletico. He received a booking for a late challenge on Vitor Reis and was substituted in the second half, visibly distraught over his performance.

**Gerard Martin (6/10):**
Martin struggled defensively at times but attempted to contribute offensively. He was substituted for Balde during the match.

**Fermin Lopez (6/10):**
Lopez consistently sought to drive forward and take shots, yet he was unable to involve himself in the game to the extent he desired.

**Frenkie de Jong (6/10):**
De Jong effectively connected defense and attack, performing better when in possession of the ball than when off it, which is typical of his playing style.

**Dani Olmo (7/10):**
Olmo earned a penalty with a clever maneuver and was impressive when involved in play. However, after his substitution, Barcelona struggled to maintain their rhythm.

**Lamine Yamal (5/10):**
Yamal had a disappointing night, missing a clear one-on-one opportunity and hitting the post with a poorly executed penalty. He remains eager to participate but struggled to find his footing in this match.

**Ferran Torres (6/10):**
Torres had a particularly quiet game, remaining largely invisible before being substituted. His ability to lead the line does not match that of Lewandowski.

**Raphinha (7/10):**
Raphinha missed multiple opportunities in the first half, including hitting the post, but displayed impressive approach play despite his frustrations before being substituted for Bardghji.

**Alejandro Balde (5/10):**
Balde came on for Martin after Girona equalized but faced similar struggles in making an impact on the game.

**Roony Bardghji (4/10):**
Bardghji’s introduction in place of Raphinha was puzzling, as he failed to influence the match significantly.

**Ronald Araujo (5/10):**
Araujo replaced Garcia and ventured forward late in the game, but he squandered a clear scoring opportunity.

**Robert Lewandowski (5/10):**
Coming on for Torres, Lewandowski was unable to register a shot during his time on the pitch.

**Marc Bernal (N/A):**
Bernal entered the game late for Olmo but did not have enough time to make an impact.

**Hansi Flick (2/10):**
Flick’s management decisions, particularly the substitution of Raphinha, backfired, leaving Barcelona vulnerable to Girona’s second-half pressure. Following a disheartening defeat against Atletico Madrid, the scrutiny on his coaching is intensifying.