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The former Blaugrana captain explains the most important elements of strength in Flick’s squad
Former Barcelona captain Gerard Pique has renewed the controversy with arch-rivals Real Madrid with a new comparison, given the changes both clubs are witnessing ahead of the start of the new 2026-27 season.
The statements of the former defender of “Barcelona” were made during an interview given to one of the newspapers Sports As part of attending the third edition of the Club World Cup in the framework of the “League of Kings” tournament in Milan.
Pique believes Barcelona are still ahead of Real Madrid before the start of the new season, despite the signings of the Merengues this summer. “I think that “Barcelona”, even today, is still high.
He explained. “I think winning the last two league championships gives you the opportunity and confidence to start the season as favourites.” He added: “But then you have to prove it.”
Pique emphasized that the continuation of Hansi Flick in the third season represents one of the most important elements of Barcelona’s strength, explaining: “The team and the players have become more aligned with this project. Flick’s continuity in the third season, in addition to the players’ full understanding of his philosophy and style of play, gives Barcelona an edge when the season begins.
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Lamin Yamal… from fan to club president
Pique addressed Lamine Yamal’s participation in the League of Kings project, explaining that the Barcelona star has gone through different stages since the start of the tournament.
He said: “His presence with us is wonderful. He started as a fan of the tournament when he was fourteen or fifteen when we started the project, then he joined the team and now he has a club that participates in the Club World Cup.”
He noted that Yamal has become more integrated into the tournament over time, adding: “He’s been very involved. As you saw, he participates in matches and takes penalties… This development has been gradual, which is a very positive thing.”
The president of the League of Kings praised the atmosphere accompanying the competition in the city of Milan, emphasizing that the Italian fans live the tournament with great passion, saying: “It’s crazy.”
Pique noted the support enjoyed by participating Italian teams such as the Underdogs and the team led by content creator Bloor, adding: “They’re very excited about the League of Kings model.”
He concluded his speech by stating that Yamal’s “La Capital CF” team will face tough competition in the tournament, saying:
The League of Kings is an entertainment football tournament founded by Gerard Pique in 2022 in partnership with Spanish content producer Ebay Llanos. It is based on innovative rules and short matches and features clubs led or owned by football stars, content creators and celebrities.
