"I think that those of us who play in front have to press the ball zones as best as possible because the problem is when the opponent has time with the ball to think about the pass and see the movements of our defence. But it is our way of playing: it gives us intensity to our game, and I think that when we bring that intensity, it is difficult for the rivals."
"If we give them time, they can misadjust our defence and that is football. It took me a while to get used to it: you can't leave them alone with the ball: you have to create constant pressure and it's different from what I did before. But this is the style of our way of defending, and when it works it's really good."
Marcus Rashford came on as an impact substitute and scored a brilliant free‑kick to complete Barcelona's win over FC Copenhagen. The goal extended Rashford's Champions League return to five goals and four assists at the end of the group stage, making him the team's biggest contributor in the competition. Adaptation to Barcelona's approach required adjusting to tight spaces and constant high pressing, with forwards needing to press ball zones to deny opponents time to pick passes. The system demands constant pressure, reduces opponent opportunities, increases intensity, carries risk, and rewards disciplined pressing when executed correctly.
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