Hansi Flick, the manager of Barcelona, expressed his pride in his team after they defeated Real Madrid 4-0 on Saturday, giving their fierce rivals their first La Liga loss in forty-two games and giving Barca their first Clasico victory since March 2023.
In addition to thrashing Bayern Munich 4-1 in the Champions League on Wednesday, Flick expressed his excitement at the victory that concluded Barca’s incredible week, which saw them defeat two European powerhouses in decisive way.
“I’m delighted to be working at Barcelona and to live in Barcelona. It’s a fantastic job, I’m very happy.
“We have played a fantastic game and I am so proud,” Flick, who has been living an outstanding start at the helm of the Catalonia giants with 10 wins from 11 LaLiga games, told a press conference.
Though Real dominated the first half, Robert Lewandowski’s fast-paced double in the second half put the leaders on track for a 4-0 thumping. Later, at a stunned Bernabeu, Lamine Yamal and captain Raphinha completed a comfortable victory.
“We pressed better with and without the ball. We had more possession and that’s why the game changed,” Flick said.
“The defensive effort was key. We have trained a lot how to defend with a high line and on how we want to press on the ball. It’s also important not to leave spaces when you play Real Madrid because they have incredible players.
“I think we are doing well. We are sticking to our idea and right now we are fluid and we want to move forward.”
With 30 points, Barca extended their lead over Real Madrid and over third-place Villarreal in La Liga.
