Flick’s men carry 20-game unbeaten streak into decisive semi-final as manager warns: ‘Titles are all that matter’
Barcelona’s scintillating form has made them the only unbeaten team in Europe’s top leagues in 2025, but manager Hansi Flick insists their historic run will mean little unless it delivers silverware. The Catalan giants face their toughest challenge yet in Wednesday’s Copa del Rey semi-final second leg at Atletico Madrid, with the tie precariously balanced at 4-4 after February’s thriller.
“We’re hungry for titles and we’re going all in,” Flick declared at Tuesday’s press conference, his voice brimming with determination. “Tomorrow is like a final – a golden opportunity to prove ourselves.”
The German tactician’s side aren’t just fighting for Copa glory. They currently hold a three-point lead over Real Madrid in LaLiga and have a Champions League quarter-final against Dortmund looming. Yet Flick knows football’s cruel reality: “What counts are the titles,” he admitted, despite praising his squad’s remarkable development and unwavering spirit.
Atletico represent a wounded animal – eliminated from Europe by their city rivals and fading in the league chase. “This is their closest shot at silverware,” Flick acknowledged, showing respect for Diego Simeone’s battle-hardened side. “One game from the final… they’ll fight until the last second.”
As Barcelona’s players boarded their flight to Madrid, they carried not just an unbeaten record, but the weight of expectation. Their beautiful football has thrilled fans, but as Flick reminded everyone: the true test begins now.
Similar Posts:
- Barcelona Stage Historic Comeback to Defeat Atletico Madrid in Thrilling Encounter
- Flick’s Laser Focus: Barcelona Boss Puts Dortmund Dreams Aside for Betis Battle
- Barcelona Sacks Xavi Hernandez With Hansi Flick Set to Take Over as Barca Struggles Continue
- Referee’s comment to Hansi Flick about a controversial offside call has fueled debate over Barcelona’s narrow loss to Real Sociedad.
- Barcelona Crush Dortmund 4-0 in Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg
