Gardiola - mastermind behind Barca

Ibrahamovic again had magical moments scoring two faboulas goals against Arsenal last week in London. When I saw the goals I remembered a big analysis on "Champion League" magazine last December, and it was about Gardiola decision to purchase Ibra.

The analysis looked into 2009 marvelous run and despite the great achievement, Barca was not free of some faults and weaknesses:
- Barca won 0 away games in the knockout stage
- 64% of goals scored against Barca were in second half
- Messi is becoming the most marked man in the world
the article goes on and on in talking about the physique of Barca players, and that in many games, when the spaces are too tight, they wait sooo much to get into the score sheet, mostly with so many passes.

The luxury of having too many passes might not be always there. They needed stronger players, and someone who can get and fight in corner kicks and tight spaces to score. Ibra was a perfect choice (according to the magazine) and I don't disagree at all.

"Ibrahomvic is probably the first Camp Nou star since Stoichkov left in 1998 to offer the same blend of positive aggression, raw power and sublime technique"



and let's remember his goal vs. the royal club