Player Workload Peaks: Examining Barcelona’s Most-Played Stars in the 2023/24 Season
As Barcelona navigates through the demanding schedule of the 2023/24 season, having contested 17 matches heading into the November international break, a closer look at player participation unveils some intriguing insights.
Unsurprisingly, Marc-Andre ter Stegen emerges as the season’s workhorse, accumulating an impressive 1,530 minutes of game-time. Following suit, Ilkay Gundogan, in his debut campaign, has been extensively utilized, logging 1,451 minutes on the field. Gavi secures the third position in the most-played list, contributing 1,172 minutes to the Blaugrana’s campaign.
Rounding out the top five are Joan Cancelo (1,153 minutes) and Alejandro Balde (1,134 minutes), showcasing the considerable contributions of these players to Barcelona’s performance. Notably absent from the top ranks are seasoned players like Robert Lewandowski and Joao Felix, emphasizing the depth and rotation strategies employed by the coaching staff to manage the physical demands of the season.
