Hansi Flick Leads Barcelona to Historic Seven-Game Winning Streak

Barcelona's Record-Breaking Start Under Hansi Flick

Hansi Flick has propelled Barcelona to a historic season start, achieving seven consecutive wins across all competitions. The latest triumph was a dominant 7-2 victory over Racing Santander, setting a new club record for the best opening run in history.

A New Benchmark in Catalan Football

Before this season, Barcelona's longest streak of consecutive wins from the start of a campaign stood at six, achieved during the 1929/30, 1960/61, and 2018/19 seasons. None of those teams managed to clinch a seventh straight win until now. The emphatic win against Racing Santander marked a milestone that had eluded the club for decades.

Following the match, Flick shared his satisfaction with the team's performance and determination.

"I liked the way we played and the three points. I’m happy, we’re happy. It’s not easy to play against Racing," Flick said.

Scoring Power and Defensive Strength

Barcelona’s seven-game streak features a blend of fierce attack and solid defense. Across these matches, they have scored 33 goals while conceding only 7. Their winning run includes convincing victories over Elche, Athletic Club, Rayo Vallecano, Valencia, Feyenoord, Levante, and now Racing Santander. Flick highlighted the importance of maintaining this high energy and teamwork.

"It’s always good to start well, but what matters is how you finish. It gives us confidence, and I like the momentum and the intensity. Everyone presses, everyone is involved. How we work as a team is crucial," he explained.

Adeyemi’s Growing Role

Among the impressive performances, forward Karim Adeyemi is adapting to the squad after his arrival. Flick praised his speed and impact on the pitch, acknowledging there is room for him to settle more fully into the team’s style.

"He can improve and still needs to fully adapt to our way of playing, but he gives us a lot, as we saw today. I’m happy for him and I like what I see. He’s a fun player and a good guy who gives everything on the pitch. His pace is incredible," Flick commented.

Looking Ahead to Sevilla Clash

Despite the celebrations, Flick is focused on the challenges ahead. The team faces a tough match against Sevilla at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium this weekend, aiming to continue their winning streak without losing intensity or focus.

• Next fixture: Sevilla vs Barcelona
• Date: 19 September 2026
• Time: 22:00
• Venue: Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium