After back-to-back victories against Young Boys and Bayern Munich, Barcelona are in a good place to progress to the knockout stages of the Champions League. The Catalans can take one step closer with

Barcelona continued their emphatic form with a 3-1 derby win over Espanyol but head coach Hansi Flick was unimpressed by how they eased off after halftime.

Throughout the first half in particular, Barcelona used an almost comedically aggressive defensive line, which brought to mind the Netherlands side Johan Cruyff played in 50 years ago, never mind the Barca side he coached 30 years ago.

After years of dedication at La Masia, Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has finally made his mark on the senior team. Although he made his first appearance under coach Xavi, it was under Hansi Flick