The match against Real Betis was doubly bitter for FC Barcelona. Not only that, she conceded the victory in the fourth minute of added time gameswhen Assane Diao scored a goal to make the score 2-2, Hansi Flick also received a red card. The German reacted spontaneously to the situation related to VAR and the whistle blowing penalty kick for the rivals in the 66th minute of the match.
– I didn't say anything to anyone, I just talked to myself under my breath. It's all because it took so long to make a decision. When judges need so much time, one may have doubts. I don't agree with the card itself – defended the coach, who could not come to terms with the decision. A decision that also resulted in a severe penalty – Flick will not be able to sit on the bench in the next two La Liga matches.
Hansi Flick spoke out about the red card. Important appeal
The first of these matches will take place on Sunday, when Barcelona hosts Lleganes at home. Traditionally, the day before the clash, a press conference was held with the participation of the trainer. There, the topic of a red card was raised again. Has Flick changed his mind about her?
– My reaction wasn't very good, that's obvious – he started, showing that he had calmed down a bit and was rethinking his behavior. – I tried to talk to the players because something happened between them. I don't want us to start complaining about the referees now. I don't want to waste energy on this issue that we can't really change, he emphasized, but he didn't end there.
– I accept the sanction, (…) but I ask that the same criteria be applied to everyone – appealed Flick, quoted by “Mundo Deportivo”. – We are all human and we make mistakes. I accept the red card and I will have to control my emotions better, he added.
Difficult moments for Barcelona
Now there's an important match ahead of Barcelona. He is only two points ahead Real Madridbut Carlo Ancelotti's players have played one game less. So if they win it, they will overtake the Catalans. Flick's team is under pressure and must triumph in the next games if they dream of winning the championship.
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And the last few weeks in La Liga were not her best. Five matches mean only one win, two draws and the same number of defeats. The match against Lleganes, 17th in the table, is scheduled for Sunday at 9 p.m. We invite you to follow the text report on the Sport.pl home page and in our mobile application.