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Flick Springs Surprise: De Jong at Right-Back as Balde Left Stunned Against Atletico Madrid

Flick Springs Surprise: De Jong at Right-Back as Balde Left Stunned Against Atletico Madrid
World Sports · 20:03:42 - Friday, 13 November 2026

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick surprised left-back Alejandro Balde by selecting midfielder Frenkie de Jong at right-back for the match against Atletico Madrid on November 10, 2026. The tactical decision was reported by Barca Universal, with Balde reportedly left stunned by the move.

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