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Clasico: Flick's secret plan to silence Vinícius and Mbappé!

Clasico: Flick's devious plan to stop Vinícius and Mbappé!

Just days ahead of the highly anticipated Clasico between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, Catalan manager Hansi Flick is fine-tuning the final details of his tactical blueprint. According to Sport, the German coach is considering deploying Ronald Araújo in a special role to counter the blistering pace and devastating counterattacks of Vinícius Junior and Kylian Mbappé. This strategic move is based on the Uruguayan's strength and defensive discipline, as he is often tasked with marking the most explosive forwards.

The match, scheduled for this weekend, promises to be decisive in the race for the title. Real Madrid currently lead La Liga with 24 points from nine matches, just ahead of Barça in second place with 22. With Hansi Flick suspended and unable to take his place on the bench, the Catalan side will have to rely on their defensive solidity and the inspiration of the in-form Lamine Yamal if they are to topple their eternal rivals.

Up against the Mbappé–Vinícius duo, Flick knows the key to the match will be controlling the rapid transitions. Araújo, with his reading of the game and raw power, will be a crucial weapon to keep Barça afloat in what is already shaping up to be an electrifying showdown at the Santiago Bernabéu.