Why Barcelona Continues to Play a High Defensive Line ⚽ | Champions League Tactics Explained

Discover the strategic reasons behind Barcelona's bold high line defense in the Champions League. Expert insights into their playing style and tactics!

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Barcelona are still playing an aggressive high line, despite it causing them problems in recent weeks...

Jon Mackenzie explains why

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