FC Barcelona has finished its last training session at AliSamiYen, Galatasaray's stadium, in order to prepare for the Champions League group stage match that will be played in Istanbul. Preparation focused on familiarizing the players with the pitch and the pressure environment that characterizes matches in the Turkish stadium, known for the intensity of its fans.
German coach HansiFlick led the session, which included pressing and ball control exercises in small spaces, with the aim of helping the players maintain concentration in an environment where European teams have suffered under the gaze of fans. In addition, the coach and physiotherapist PauCubarsí emphasized the importance of taking care of every detail, since the Champions League night can be decisive for the club's project.
During the training, the club president, Joan Laporta, was also present, along with members of the institutional delegation that accompanies the team in Istanbul. His presence reinforced the club's commitment to physical and tactical preparation before the match against Galatasaray, which is expected to be an important challenge in the European competition.
Barça faces Galatasaray in a match that will be played in a stadium with passionate fans and that has proven to be a difficult place for teams arriving from outside. The preparation at AliSamiYen aims to get the players used to the atmosphere and demands of the game in a high-pressure environment.
With the session over, the team returns to focusing on strategy and group cohesion. The next step will be the exit to the competition, where Barça will seek to advance in the Champions League and consolidate its position among the great European clubs.