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Barcelona coach Hansi Flick kept Pedri and Lamine Yamal in the starting lineup for the Espanyol derby despite a crowded schedule, saying both are fit and fresh after recent concerns. He also handed Gavi his first start since a long injury lay-off as Barca aim to go nine points clear at the La Liga summit with a win.
Barcelona’s 0-2 loss to Atlético Madrid highlighted a growing disciplinary crisis: since 2016/17 Barça have 12 Champions League red cards—the most among Europe’s big clubs—far ahead of Real Madrid (6) and Bayern Munich (8). The trend is linked to Hansi Flick’s high defensive line, which has produced four red cards in two seasons, including Pau Cubarsi’s two reds in a year and Ronald Araujo’s two in two seasons, often forcing risky defensive fouls that blunt Barça’s attacking edge in big matches.
Barcelona failed to control midfield against Atletico Madrid as Dani Olmo underperformed, Flick’s halftime substitutions (Pedri and Lewandowski) were bold but risky, and Marcus Rashford contributed with tireless running and clever movement though he didn’t score in the 0-2 first-leg defeat.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick warned four players (Lamine Yamal, Fermín López, Marc Casadó, Gerard Martín) to avoid cautions in the Champions League quarter-final first leg against Atlético Madrid to prevent a suspension in the second leg; both sides have cautions to manage and yellow cards reset after the tie.
Barcelona beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in La Liga as Joao Cancelo delivered a standout performance that earned high praise from coach Hansi Flick, with Joan Garcia keeping a clean sheet. Barca navigated injuries but benefited from solid defense, and they head into an international break before the April 4 clash with Atletico Madrid.
Barcelona boss Hansi Flick previewed the Barca–Rayo Vallecano clash, noting Vallecano's home intensity, confirming Joan Garcia is fit and Eric Garcia available off the bench, and explaining Marcus Rashford's recent minutes were limited by a minor illness. He avoided firm futures for Cancelo and Rashford, stressed the need for all players through the season, backed Ferran Torres to regain his best form, and praised Gerard Martin's attitude and development as he integrates from Barca B, with Xavi Espart's calm leadership highlighted.
Fermin Lopez credited Hansi Flick with a halftime instruction that reshaped Barcelona's build-up against Newcastle in the Champions League; by targeting space rather than engaging the man-marking line, Barça broke through in the second half, with Lopez scoring as part of a seven-goal outburst and conceding two, a victory Lopez says boosts confidence for the next rounds.
Barcelona beat Newcastle United 7-2 in the Champions League last-16 second leg to reach the quarter-finals; after a back-and-forth first half, Barça dominated in the second, with Hansi Flick calling the night 'a crazy game.' They now face Atlético Madrid in the quarters, as Atlético lead Tottenham 5-2 in their tie.
Barcelona head into the Champions League Round of 16 return vs Newcastle after a 1-1 first leg; in a final training session, Ferran Torres is tipped to start as central striker, potentially returning Eric Garcia at right-back. Flick’s lineup trial featured Joan Garcia in goal, a back line of Eric Garcia, Pau Cubarsi, Gerard Martin and Joao Cancelo, a double pivot of Marc Bernal and Pedri, and an attacking trio of Lamine Yamal, Fermin Lopez and Raphinha behind Ferran.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was happier with the 1-1 draw against Newcastle in the Champions League last-16 first leg, praising the team's defensive display while acknowledging ball play wasn’t there; Lamine Yamal’s late penalty earned a point and a strong position heading to Camp Nou for the second leg.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick says Ferran Torres is in a confidence slump despite his season tally of 16 goals, with no goal in his last eight games and was subbed off after 62 minutes versus Athletic Bilbao. Flick emphasized they’re doing everything to support him and that it’s a run of bad luck, as Torres looks to rediscover form ahead of a Champions League clash with Newcastle, where Lewandowski has returned to fitness as a substitute.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick hailed a brave display after a 3-0 win couldn't overturn a 4-3 aggregate loss to Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-final; he explained why Pedri stayed on for 90 minutes as a risk, and lamented injuries to Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde while seeking talks with the medical staff to prevent further setbacks.
Atletico Madrid beat Barcelona 4-3 on aggregate to reach the Copa del Rey final after a 3-0 Barça win in the second leg; Simeone congratulated Hansi Flick and praised his team’s performance, noting Giménez’s substitution added maturity. He also highlighted the effort of Pedri, Balde and Bernal, and said a Champions League quarterfinal meeting could happen if both win their last-16 ties (Barcelona vs Newcastle; Atletico vs Tottenham).
Ronald Araujo, back from a mental health break and with only one start this season, could start for Barcelona against Atletico, though Hansi Flick has not decided the XI. With Eric Garcia suspended, Pau Cubarsi and Gerard Martin are the likely center-backs, keeping Araujo as a possible substitute depending on Flick’s plans.
Barcelona beat Villarreal 4-1 in La Liga to celebrate Hansi Flick’s 100th game in charge. A second-half touchline spat with Villarreal boss Marcelino earned Flick a yellow card, but he played it down, praised his team, and shifted focus to the Copa del Rey clash with Atlético.