Barcelona coach Hans Flick expressed his satisfaction with his team's performance after their 6-1 win over Alaves in La Liga. The win was Flick's 100th with Barcelona, achieved in 131 matches, making him the second-fastest coach to reach this milestone. Flick emphasized the importance of regaining his team's form after two consecutive losses. He praised his team's control of the first half and their ability to create chances by exploiting spaces behind Alaves' defense.
The match saw several notable performances, including a double from Lamine Yamal and two goals from Rafinha. Fermin Lopez and Ansu Fati also scored, while Mariano Diaz scored Alaves' only goal. The win takes Barcelona to the top of La Liga with 30 points from 10 wins and one loss. Alaves remains in 10th place with 12 points. Flick highlighted the positive performances of Bryan Zaragoza and Frenkie de Jong, who played in unfamiliar positions.
Flick also discussed the upcoming match against Aston Villa in the Champions League, stating that the team has only two days to recover before focusing on the new opponent. He emphasized the need to restore his players' fitness and prepare them for the next match. Barcelona's next match in La Liga is against Atletico Madrid.
Lamine Yamal's performance was particularly notable, as he contributed to three goals in one match for the fifth time in his career, with all five instances occurring in 2026. He now has 23 goal contributions (12 goals and 11 assists) this season, the highest in the top five European leagues. Rafinha's two goals took his tally to 15 goals in all competitions this season, the highest in the top five European leagues.
Fermin Lopez's performance was also significant, as he became the second player to contribute to three goals in the first half of a La Liga match in the 2026-2027 season. The win marked Flick's 100th victory with Barcelona, a milestone he achieved in 131 matches. He is now preparing his team for the Champions League match against Aston Villa.
The match against Alaves was a significant one for Flick, as it marked his 100th win with Barcelona. He achieved this milestone in 131 matches, making him the second-fastest coach to do so. Flick's focus now shifts to the Champions League match against Aston Villa, where his team will look to build on their recent form.
Barcelona's win over Alaves sets them up well for their upcoming match against Aston Villa in the Champions League. With only two days to prepare, Flick will need to ensure his team is fit and ready for the new challenge. The team's recent form and performances will be crucial in determining their success in the competition.
Key points
- Hans Flick reaches 100 wins with Barcelona in 131 matches
- Lamine Yamal contributes to three goals in one match for the fifth time in 2026
- Barcelona takes top spot in La Liga with 30 points from 10 wins and one loss
