Flick rejects fitness excuses following El Clásico defeat
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick addresses his team's recent loss, refusing to blame physical fatigue despite a challenging schedule.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has addressed the team’s recent 1-2 defeat against Real Madrid in El Clásico. Despite acknowledging that his squad was not in peak physical condition, the coach insisted that he does not want to use fitness issues as a justification for the loss, as he believes it would sound like making excuses.
Focusing on the road ahead
"I don't want to discuss these things when we lose; I only want to talk about them when we win."
Hansi Flick
Flick noted that while the team faced a demanding travel schedule and injuries to key players like Eric García, Koundé, and Olmo, the focus remains on recovery and tactical improvement. He emphasized that the club must now look toward the upcoming matches and rely on depth from La Masia to cope with defensive absences.
The manager remains optimistic about the remainder of the season, highlighting that the team had achieved nine consecutive wins prior to this setback. He stated that the squad will use the upcoming break to regain their form and prepare for the next challenge against Atlético Madrid.
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