22 games without a goal: Barcelona attacking midfielder’s drought continues under Flick
Barcelona attacking midfielder Dani Olmo is experiencing a significant goal drought, having gone 22 appearances without scoring since March, despite the team's strong start to the 2026/27 season under Hansi Flick. While Olmo continues to contribute with assists and chance creation, his personal scoring slump is a notable subplot amidst the team's success.
Why it matters
A key player's prolonged goal drought can impact individual confidence and team dynamics, even if the team is performing well, potentially leading to strategic adjustments or increased pressure on the player.
Barcelona have won their first nine games of the 2026/27 season, but Dani Olmo is still waiting for a personal milestone to match the team's impressive start.
Notably, the attacking midfielder has gone 22 appearances without scoring for Barça , with his last goal coming against Sevilla on 15 March.
Olmo has continued to contribute in other areas, registering three assists this season while helping create chances and open spaces for his teammates.
However, the wait for another goal is becoming a notable subplot in Hansi Flick's otherwise prolific Barcelona attack .
The encouraging sign for Flick is that his team are not dependent on one scorer.
Raphinha has been directly involved in 17 goals, with 14 goals and three assists, while Lamine Yamal, Fermin Lopez, Gabriel Jesus and Karim Adeyemi have also contributed to Barcelona's attacking output.
Olmo has not scored since March 2026. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
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