Hansi Flick praises Barcelona superstar as incomparable
Barcelona Dominates Valencia in Copa del Rey Quarter-Finals
Barcelona showcased their dominance in the 2025 Copa del Rey quarter-final match against Valencia with a stunning 5-0 victory. This impressive win has secured their spot in the final four of the competition, where they will face tough competition from Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid, and Real Sociedad. The draw for the next round will take place on Wednesday.
Hansi Flick Praises Barcelona’s Performance
According to Diario AS, Barcelona’s head coach Hansi Flick expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance and the outcome of the match. Flick specifically commended Ferran Torres, who delivered a memorable hat-trick against his former club, Valencia.
Flick shared his thoughts on the victory, stating, “It’s a very important victory for us. I’m happy with the team. We created chances and scored goals from the start, and that allowed us to achieve our objective. The number of goals we scored reflects the team’s hunger and focus on scoring more goals.”
He also highlighted the importance of every player showcasing their best performance and praised Ferran Torres for his impressive comeback after an injury.
Pedri’s Exceptional Performance
Another standout player in the match was Pedri, who continues to impress with his exceptional performance on the field. Flick praised Pedri’s unique playing style, stating, “You can’t compare him because he’s an incomparable player. He enjoys football and it’s nice to watch, wherever he plays he helps the team a lot.”
Barcelona’s Defensive Strength
Flick also commended Barcelona’s defensive efforts in the match, highlighting the importance of keeping a clean sheet. With recent scrutiny on goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, Flick expressed his satisfaction with the stability Szczesny brings to the team, stating, “His job is to protect the goal, and he has given us stability. Today, he once again kept a clean sheet, and that is crucial for us.”
