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Hansi Flick was understandably pleased after his team beat Athletic Club in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final.
The victory came at a crucial time, especially when the team took precautionary measures to manage the situations surrounding Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor.
His absence could have been a setback, but the team bounced back to deliver a commendable performance.
“The news arrived on the bus, you have to see how the news was received. We are a team and we wanted to win for Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, but also for the team.” the coach said after the game.
“They [Olmo and Victor] They are happy. For us it was a good sign before the game. “We wanted to show that we are a team.” he added.
Thoughts on the match
The concentration and determination shown by the players highlighted the unity within the team. The team spirit and their collective effort to step forward in the absence of key players demonstrated a commitment to their shared goals.
Despite being a relatively young team, their ability to perform under pressure and adapt to challenges has been a key lesson from recent games.
“We made a great start, but we are a young team and we have to learn things. But that’s how you play.”
Reflecting on the team’s journey so far, Flick highlighted the promising start they have had this season. However, he emphasized that being a young team comes with its own challenges, especially in terms of learning and improvement.
The defeat against Atlético last year was a difficult pill to swallow, but the team has recovered strongly.
“We played very well against Atlético and it was not the best way to say goodbye to the year, but against Barbastro we played very well and today against Athletic we left a clean sheet.”
Szczesny ahead of Peña
As for the team selection, Wojciech Szczesny started, while Iñaki Peña was on the bench.
Flick confirmed that this decision was based on his assessment of the team’s needs for the match.
Szczesny’s experience and composure were key factors in ensuring a stable defensive performance. “Tek played and Iñaki was on the bench. “This was my decision.”
The team’s young players continue to show great potential. While they still have a lot to learn, their enthusiasm and passion for the game is evident.
Flick believes that this combination of youthful energy and the correct approach to the game will determine the team’s style in the upcoming matches. With their recent form, the team seems well prepared to take on future challenges.
“We are a young team and they can learn many things. But they know how to play and enjoy football. “This is how we want to show it in the next games.” he concluded.
Source: AS
