Thrilling! Hansi Flick surrenders to the exhibition of Barça's second unit

The FC Barcelona offered a true recital against Valencia at Montjuïc. With a team full of substitutes, the Catalans decisively crushed the 'che' team (7-1) and fully re-entered the title race for LaLiga. This situation sparked excitement in a Hansi Flick thrilled with his team's performance, as he made clear in the post-match press conference.

"It was a perfect match. The players who usually don't play were perfect", the coach began. "The players showed fresh legs. They were engaged in the match and did a great job. I liked my team's performance", he added.

Regarding the 101 goals scored by Barça this season, the German stated that "I love the team's hunger and how they show it. The match doesn't end at 2-0. For me, the most important thing is the points". He continued praising the 'B unit' by stating that "it's good news to have players of this quality. We started very well and the next match is also at home, and we must continue like this".

Szczesny's starting position

Regarding the decision to bet again on Szczesny in goal instead of Iñaki Peña, Flick maintained that "I already said before the match that with Szczesny we haven't lost. I know it's not the best situation for Iñaki, but that's football. We spoke with the coaches and made that decision".

"We are in professional football. The situation is not easy for Iñaki. We had the feeling to change. It's about performance and we think about which player strengthens us. We always compare what Iñaki or Szczesny bring. That's not the debate; both are good. It's a feeling. A sensation, and we have to make a decision. I think it was right for him to play", he added.

The performance of Fermín and Ansu Fati's future

Flick then spoke about the spectacular presentation of Fermín López, who was the 'MVP' of the match thanks to his 2 goals and 2 assists. "He deserved to be the player of the match. He participated in many goals. He has good finishing and his match dynamics were good", assured the German.

"I love giving minutes to all players, but it's not possible. In midfield, we have fantastic players. Fermín defended very well and today he was incredible. I was very excited to see him play like this. I'm very happy", he added.

In contrast, the case of Ansu Fati was different, as he remained on the bench and did not see a single minute despite Barça having resolved the match in the first half. "I don't have to say anything about that. He is improving in training and we will help him", the culé coach limited himself to saying.

Finally, the German wanted to highlight the unity of the squad with a spectacular gesture from Gavi towards Pablo Torre in the final minutes of the match. "Gavi told me to put Pablo Torre in for the last fifteen minutes. I liked this reaction", concluded a Flick who is increasingly in love with his team.