FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has explained why his side suffered a 2-1 defeat to Girona FC in Monday’s La Liga clash.
Flick watched his team slump to defeat on the road, with a goal from Pau Cubarsí proving insufficient to secure a result for the Catalan side.
In his post-match remarks, the German coach admitted that Barcelona failed to deliver a solid performance, pointing particularly to defensive lapses. He noted that the team struggled in transition and were often out of position, making it difficult to cope with Girona’s attacking threat.
Flick stressed that his players needed greater control of the game and must cut out costly errors. Although he acknowledged that Barcelona created more chances in the first half, he insisted that the team must display stronger determination to win such encounters. He also made it clear that he would not offer excuses for the defeat, emphasizing the need for improvement.
“We defended very poorly, especially in transition. We weren’t well-positioned and struggled to withstand Girona’s attacks,” Flick said.
“We needed more control and fewer mistakes. In the first half, we had more chances, but we have to show the hunger to win these matches.”
“We did not play well, and I don’t want excuses, but we have to play better.”
The result leaves Barcelona two points behind leaders Real Madrid in the league standings. Flick’s men will look to bounce back when they take on Levante UD in their next fixture this weekend.
