Which Barcelona stars are fasting for Ramadan? | OneFootball

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick on Saturday provided an insight into the effects of Ramadan on the situation in his squad.

This comes with the annual Islamic celebration having begun earlier this week.

Ramadan plays a significant role in professional football, and indeed sports across the globe.

Leading Muslim athletes fast for lengthy stretches throughout the day, refraining from eating food or even drinking water.

As much has an understandable effect on energy levels, impacting the ability of some to perform to their best.

Speaking during his latest pre-match press conference on Saturday, the subjects of Ramadan and fasting were therefore put to the aforementioned Hansi Flick.

And ahead of his side facing off with Levante in La Liga tomorrow afternoon, Barcelona’s headmaster confirmed that only one member of his squad is currently impacted by the celebration:

“We pay attention to the meal times. Only Lamine Yamal is fasting.”

Conor Laird – GSFN