Barcelona and Atletico Madrid performed out a outstanding cup tie on Tuesday, with the primary leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final ending 4-4 on the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. Whereas it was an unbelievable look ahead to the impartial, it was extremely irritating for the Catalans’ head coach, Hansi Flick.
As per Diario AS, Flick spoke to the media throughout his post-match press convention, and it was right here that he lamented his facet’s defensive efficiency. He admitted that work must be completed for issues to get higher.
“We have now to work on this. We performed a fantastic recreation, however we conceded 4 targets and it’s too many. Our angle and mentality was great after (going 2-0 behind), however we’ve to work on minor particulars.
“All groups attempt to discover options and do various things. We’re additionally sturdy in possession, however they’ve a implausible group. We defended nicely for 75 minutes, after which we’ve failed. The fourth objective we conceded appeared unbelievable to me, we should discuss. However crucial factor is how we play. And it’s essential for me to know that the group is assured, particularly with how younger they’re. It offers me confidence for the long run. I’m unhappy and annoyed for the final ten minutes as a result of for some time we have been on the highest degree. I’m proud of 95% of issues, however not with the opposite 5. That’s the reason we’ve to work.”
Flick additionally spoke on Pedri, who delivered one other sensational efficiency in opposition to Atleti. He scored Barcelona’s first objective of the night with a nice end from the sting of the field, whereas his total play was one once more exemplary.
“He can’t be described. He enjoys taking part in soccer, and you’ll see it in coaching and on the pitch. Sure, you see that he enjoys taking part in soccer.”