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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 62799, member: 636"] Barcelona manager Hansi Flick told reporters Tuesday that teenage forward Lamine Yamal needs stronger defensive commitment before Wednesday's Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain. The 18-year-old returned from injury Sunday and assisted within minutes of entering against Real Sociedad. Flick emphasized that talent alone cannot elevate players to elite status without dedicated effort on both sides of the ball. Marcus Rashford has adapted well to Barcelona following his loan move from Manchester United, according to Flick. The English forward scored twice during the opening European victory at Newcastle and will start against PSG with Raphinha sidelined. Midfielder Pedri declared Barcelona superior to their French opponents despite losing their previous quarterfinal meeting in 2024 after Ronald Araujo received a red card. [/QUOTE]