Barcelona, May 8, 2025 – FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick did not hold his frustration after the controversial tie against Inter Milan in the group stage of the Champions League. In a press conference full of emotions, the German coach told the referees as responsible for having deprived the culé team of a victory that, according to him, deserved. His statements have generated a stir and sent a forceful message to the organizers of the competition.
“Since the time of Xavi, we have been the most hated team by the league officers and now in Europe. They never want to see us at all. We dominate the party against Inter and we could have easily won if it were not for the wrong decision taken,” said Flick, referring to a controversial arbitration decision that marked the course of the meeting. Although the incident did not specify, fans and analysts point to a possible unmarked penalty or a missing lack at a key moment of the party.
Barcelona showed a dominant game during much of the match, with overwhelming possession and multiple goal occasions. However, a series of questionable arbitral decisions, according to Flick, prevented the team from translating its superiority on the scoreboard. “My players gave everything, we control the game, but we cannot fight these decisions. It is frustrating,” added the German, visibly annoying.
These words arrive at a delicate moment for Barcelona, which seeks to consolidate as a serious contender at the Champions League after years of disappointments. The culé fans, who has already expressed his discontent with arbitration on several occasions this season, has supported Flick’s statements, demanding greater transparency in the collegiate decisions.
Flick’s message not only questions the impartiality of the referees, but also serves as a challenge to UEFA to guarantee fair treatment in the competition. With several key games ahead, Barcelona needs to remain calm and channel this indignation on the pitch. The question now is whether these statements will join the team even more or add pressure at a crucial time of the season. The truth is that Flick has made it clear that he will not be silent at what he considers an injustice.
