Barcelona secured a crucial three points in the La Liga title race on Saturday as they beat Athletic Bilbao 1-0 in San Mamés. The Catalans were under pressure after Real Madrid’s victory 24 hours earlier, but they successfully answered the call.
According to “Marca”, head coach Hansi Flick gave his assessment of Bilbao’s game situation at the post-match press conference. He was very satisfied with the team’s performance in this situation.
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“It’s not easy to play here. I think we have to manage the few minutes after Tuesday’s game. I attach great importance to this win. And we didn’t concede a goal. I think when we play in our style, sometimes we get into it. It depends on the whole team, we all defend. The clean sheet gives us confidence and helps our philosophy.”
“I’m always proud of my players. This team has a special atmosphere and that’s what I value. I value how they treat each other, their behavior…it’s all great. I’m very happy. I like what I see. After the game against Atletico I saw a good attitude… that’s what I saw and looked for. They focus on training. It’s not easy to win in this stadium against a great team and fans. We kept a clean sheet. “
Flick: Pedri changed the game in the second half
Flick was also asked what he thought of some of his men. Pedri replaces Marc Bernal, with the Barcelona manager confirming he “had some problems” at half-time in the first half at San Mamés, and the impact he made in the second half was hugely pleasing.
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“Pedri makes everyone better. He changed the game. He connected the play very well. Olmo also played better in the second half. But the important thing is that they all fight as a unit. “
Flick was also pleased with Lamine Yamar, who, despite not having a particularly good game, changed the game with the only goal of the game.
“He didn’t have his best game, but his goals determined that. When he has space, when he has opportunities… he works a lot on the game in training. In a certain situation, he can solve the game for you, which is good.”
Flick admits Ferran Torres lacks confidence
The game against Athletic Bilbao was another game in which Ferran Torres failed to score, with Flick admitting he needs to find out how to turn things around in Barcelona’s No.7 shirt.
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“‘9’ is the standard for his goals. He doesn’t have any confidence right now, but we are working on it. It’s important to try everything. He has good energy, good speed… He’s unlucky and has no confidence, so we have to help him.”
