Hansi Flick is typically reserved with his words, but when he speaks, he makes his stance clear. He tends to avoid controversy, yet he has not shied away from critiquing Real Madrid\u2019s actions.<\/p>\n
Flick reflects on Ancelotti\u2019s criticisms regarding refereeing bias toward Real Madrid when he was coaching Bayern Munich.<\/p>\n
Flick remembers Carlo Ancelotti, during his time in Germany, strongly objecting to what he saw as unfair treatment against Bayern at the Bernab\u00e9u.<\/p>\n
According to Florentino P\u00e9rez\u2019s letter, these incidents were visible worldwide, leaving Flick confused as to why Real Madrid would complain about refereeing in this manner.<\/p>\n
Flick has distanced himself from the tactics Real Madrid often employs to stir social unrest when it benefits them.<\/p>\n
\u201cThat\u2019s not how we operate.\u201d<\/p>\n
When asked about Florentino P\u00e9rez\u2019s letter, Flick responded, \u201cThey approached it that way, but that\u2019s not our approach. We don\u2019t make excuses.\u201d<\/p>\n
He emphasized that he doesn\u2019t share Real Madrid\u2019s method: \u201cEvery club has its own way. We\u2019re human and we make mistakes. Referees have a tough job, and we should respect that.\u201d When questioned about whether it was disrespectful for Real Madrid to claim that the league is rigged, Flick responded:<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s our fault if we drop points.\u201d<\/p>\n
Flick continued, \u201cWhen I arrived, I said I didn\u2019t want excuses or complaints. We have to win our games, and we know we\u2019ve dropped several points. That\u2019s on us.\u201d<\/p>\n
On sports matters, Flick discussed Bar\u00e7a\u2019s upcoming quarter-final match in Valencia.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a very different match from the 7-1. We\u2019re playing away, and they will try to press us. The atmosphere will be different.\u201d<\/p>\n
Regarding player availability, he mentioned:<\/p>\n
\u201cOlmo is an option for the second half. Gavi, however, is not an option for the match because of the protocol. He\u2019s training separately, which is good after the tough blow he took.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cCasad\u00f3 or De Jong? It\u2019s not that simple. You often compare players by their positions, but it\u2019s more complex than that. We have a match tomorrow and another on Sunday, and we\u2019ll arrive in the early morning. I need all my players, and I\u2019m happy to have options. Frenkie is a great player, but so is Casad\u00f3. It doesn\u2019t matter who I choose; what\u2019s important is the team.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cBe cautious with Dani Olmo.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cOlmo has proven himself many times. He\u2019s a valuable midfielder who can score and maintain possession. But we need to be careful with him because ofhis recurring injuries, and he must continue to play.\u201d<\/p>\n
Flick recalled the season\u2019s opening match in Valencia, which was a tough game, but Bar\u00e7a managed to come back. He added, \u201cTomorrow, we can\u2019t win the title, but we could lose it.\u201d<\/p>\n
He shared his enthusiasm about coaching Bar\u00e7a: \u201cCoaching Bar\u00e7a has been a dream. It\u2019s unbelievable to be here on my 60th birthday. I love Barcelona\u2014the city, the food, the sun\u2014but I also love this club. Coaching this team is fantastic; I have unique players. I\u2019ve never experienced anything like this before. It\u2019s a dream come true.\u201d<\/p>\n
Flick mentioned potential rotations for the match against Seville. As the match starts at 9:30 PM and they won\u2019t be able to return from Valencia until late, he stated:<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u00f1aki Pe\u00f1a won\u2019t play in the Copa. Tek is clearly number one. I\u00f1aki is a fantastic goalkeeper, but we\u2019ve chosen Tek for his personality and style.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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