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Atlético - Barça: Flick can't stomach the VAR

Atlético - Barça: Flick settles scores

The heavy defeat suffered at the Metropolitano against Atlético de Madrid (4-0) continues to leave its mark on the Barcelona camp. Disappointed by his players' attitude, Hansi Flick emphasized a first half he deemed unworthy of the club’s standards, pointing to a lack of intensity and focus from the opening minutes.

But beyond the performance itself, the German also voiced his frustration with the officiating, especially after Pau Cubarsí had a goal ruled out following a lengthy VAR review. According to AS, Flick sought explanations from the officials after the match, while keeping a measured tone.

The Blaugrana coach reportedly also expressed surprise regarding the schedule of the upcoming presidential elections, believing that this context could disrupt the club’s stability and complicate squad management in an already tense period.