Ahead of crucial Barcelona v Atletico clash, Hansi Flick shared his insights and plans during the press conference.
Hansi Flick speaks:
As before every game, Hansi Flick participated in the press conference ahead of the game against Atlético and stated the following:
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“It’s a very important match, we will try our best to get the 3 points. They have won 11 games in a row, it will be tough, but we are READY.”
“We have many players who can replace Lamine Yamal, but we haven’t made a final decision yet.”
“Olmo and Pau Victor are the only ones who joined us this summer, the rest of the positions we have filled with young players. Of course we are not happy with this situation, but we have to fight in every game, starting tomorrow.”
“Will you treat tomorrow’s match like a final? A final for this year, yes. If somebody at the start of the season would say that we will be top of La Liga and 2 in UCL at the end of the year, they would accept that.”
“We have a very young team that is eager to improve. We have to start the game well. Atlético score lots of goals towards the end of the game, so we have to be at our 100% from start to finish.”
“Two days off for the squad after Leganés game? Sometimes these decisions are made after the games. We needed some rest and to clear our heads, I thought it was the best option. We had very good training sessions yesterday and today, so rest was good.”
“Yesterday we had our first Christmas dinner with Barça and I saw that we all are a family. I love being here.”
“Diego Simeone has done a marvelous job with Atléti. He’s a coach who has all my respect.”
What Hansi Flick Aims to Convey in His Pre-Match Press Conference ?
Although Flick will be absent from the touchline serving his two-match ban received against Betis, he still took his time to address the media in the press conference. His words gave fans the much needed confidence boost, despite Barcelona’s recent form, showing Flick’s commitment to bring the club to winning ways.
Flick’s statement regarding Atléti form reflects a shade of respect for the opponents and his unwavering confidence in his team. Fans can expect a focused and determined Barcelona, fighting for the 3 points.
Flick’s Take on the Players Ahead of the Clash :
Flick states about Yamal’s injury, not making it the main focus point. Flick believes the team could give the opponents a tough time, despite Barcelona’s most important player being injured.
Flick also discusses about Olmo and Pau Victor’s situation, stating the importance of both signings and clearly being against their departure.
Stating this game as a ”final for this year”, Flick wants Barcelona to end the year with a high note. Fans can expect the players giving it all in this crucial clash.
Flick knows about the opponents key points and wants the players to be fully focused and control the game for the whole 90 minutes, and emphasizes the squad’s young energy being a key factor.
“At Barcelona we all are a family”
Flick also stated, due to the tight schedule, the players were given off after the loss to Leganes. The club made few changes to the training schedule, the manager knew that the team needs to go to this clash with a clearer mind.
Flick had a Christmas dinner with the team, stating the club as a family. This shows how he wants the squad to stick together and sees a bigger picture ahead for the future.