Hansi Flick surprises Barcelona star after the match: Without him, this victory would not have been achieved, and Laporta asks Flick to keep this duo in the team’s starting lineup
Hansi Flick surprises Barcelona star after the match: Without him, this victory would not have been achieved, and Laporta asks Flick to keep this duo in the team’s starting lineup
Hansi Flick surprises Barcelona star after the match: Without him, this victory would not have been achieved, and Laporta asks Flick to keep this duo in the team’s starting lineup
Barcelona celebrated a resounding victory over Real Madrid, winning 4-0 in the recent El Clasico. This win boosts Barcelona’s lead in the Spanish League standings with 30 points, while Real Madrid remains in second with 24points, six points behind.According to “El Nacional,” coach Flick expressed his satisfaction with his players’ performance, which was key to the win. He specifically praised goalkeeper Pena, whom he named the match’s best player, surpassing Yamal and Lewandowski.
Flick commended Pena’s exceptional display, stating, “He deserved the trust I placed in him; he is amazing.” He also recognized defender Coparsi, saying, “You were the rock that shattered Real Madrid’s dreams,” highlighting the young player’s ability to disrupt their attacks.Flick acknowledged Rafinha’s contribution, telling him, “I mentioned to Carlo last week that the best players are at Barcelona, but he didn’t believe it until tonight.” De Jong particularly impressed Flick after coming on, as he helped Barcelona manage Madrid’s pressure with composed passing.In an unexpected move, Joan Laporta visited the dressing room after the match to commend Pedri for his outstanding performance, remarking, “You played with Real Madrid’s midfielders as if it were a game in your garden.” Laporta then congratulated Flick on the team’s legendary performance this season and expressed his desire to keep De Jong and Olmo in the starting lineup.
Laporta is confident that with De Jong and Olmo alongside Yamal, Rafinha, and Lewandowski, Barcelona is back to its best, warning European clubs to take notice.