Hansi Flick Leads Barcelona to Record-Breaking Seven Wins in a Row

Hansi Flick has steered Barcelona into uncharted territory with an impressive streak of seven consecutive wins to start the season. The latest triumph was a commanding 7-2 victory over Racing Santander, marking the best opening run in the club’s history.

A Historic Run for the Catalan Giants

Barcelona’s unbeaten run began with dominance across all competitions, culminating in this record-setting seventh win. Prior records of six straight wins to open a campaign were set during the 1929/30, 1960/61, and 2018/19 seasons, but none matched Flick’s current feat. This achievement highlights the team’s strong start under their new leadership.

"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 told reporters after the game.

Powerful Offense Meets Strong Defense

Throughout these seven matches, Barcelona has combined a fierce attack with solid defense, scoring 33 goals while allowing only 7. Their victories include wins over Elche, Athletic Club, Rayo Vallecano, Valencia, Feyenoord, Levante, and Racing Santander. Flick pointed out the importance of maintaining this intensity and teamwork going forward.

"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," Flick said.

Adeyemi's Growing Influence

New signing Karim Adeyemi is starting to make his mark on the squad. Flick praised the forward’s speed and effort, acknowledging that while he still needs to adapt tactically, his contributions are already valuable.

"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 noted.

Looking Ahead to Sevilla

Though the team celebrates this milestone, Flick’s focus quickly shifts to the next challenge. With a tight schedule ahead, Barcelona aims to keep their winning streak alive in an upcoming clash at Sevilla’s Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium.

• Next Match: Sevilla vs Barcelona
• Date: 19 September 2026
• Time: 22:00
• Competition: LaLiga