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Ronald Koeman believes Barcelona can win the Champions League under Hansi Flick despite their recent exit to Atletico Madrid. He emphasizes the potential of Flick's tactical approach in achieving European success.
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MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 14: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, adjusts his head set as he speaks to the media in a post match press conference following the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg match between Club Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 14, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images) | UEFA via Getty Images
Ronald Koeman has given his verdict on Hansi Flickâs Barcelona after seeing the team knocked out of the Champions League this week by Atletico Madrid.
Flickâs side were beaten 3-2 on aggregate over the two legs as their European dreams ended early once again, although Koeman is confident the German coach can win the Champions League for Barca.
âYes, you can win the Champions League with the Flick model. The only thing is, if you analyze the matches, at key moments you can play with a very high defensive line but with effective pressure on the opponent,â he said.
âThe opponents create three or four chances. Itâs a very beautiful system, itâs a pleasure to watch them play, but on the other hand, the defensive system, if you donât pressure the player with the ball, is very risky.
Koeman also feels that Barca canât simply blame the referees for their European exit.
âI think itâs a bit of an exaggeration to blame only the referee in these two matches. In both sendings-off, they could have been red cards because they were the last man back,â he added.
Ronald Koeman expressed confidence that Barcelona can win the Champions League under Hansi Flick, praising his tactical model.
Barcelona was knocked out of the Champions League by Atletico Madrid, losing 3-2 on aggregate in the quarter-finals.
Hansi Flick's tactics include playing with a high defensive line and applying effective pressure on opponents during key moments.

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âThe uncalled penalty is another matter. It is all a bit exaggerated. Although I understand what it is like when you are on the pitch or involved as a coach, or like President Laporta. I had those thoughts for years too when I was a coach.â