That's because everybody was marked.
I think he is a great defender and would love it if he came to Barca, he is perfect for us. If he can develop understanding with pique then pace which is the only problem is taken away.
Do to hate me but neymar is a great player for this game. He will win freekicks and maybe even a penalty which is sometimes the only way to score in this type of match. He escapes at the last second and the defender catches him in the box.
Btw I know it's not his best position but cesc can be an effective false nine on special occasions like this one, he can make the final pass and has finishing ability.
Still I think cesc should sit on the bench for this one. I'd prefer a normal 433 with neymessidro. And Sergio xaviesta.
When the stadium is built the football team will suffer. It's inevitable. All clubs that have a new stadium have gone into a dip as they are spending money elsewhere. But when the team becomes good again it will be great (look at bayern and juventus).