Hansi Flick Expresses Confidence in His Team
Hansi Flick spoke to reporters in Madrid on Monday ahead of the Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Metropolitano on Tuesday. His side faces a 2-0 deficit from the first meeting. Flick said he believes a turnaround is possible.
Tactical focus
The coach highlighted attitude, mentality and togetherness as deciding factors. He said the team must act as a unit on both ends of the pitch.
Defending should not fall only to the back four, he added. Players must stay connected, cut off space and support one another.
Attack and chance-taking
Flick urged bravery in the final third. He stressed the need to take scoring opportunities that were missed in the first leg.
He acknowledged Atlético Madrid’s strength and quality. That makes clinical finishing even more important.
Squad news
Frenkie de Jong was not ruled out for a start. The coach left the possibility open ahead of team selection.
Marc Bernal travelled with the squad but remains unfit. He has not been declared fully recovered after an ankle injury suffered in the earlier La Liga meeting at the Metropolitano.
Decisive moments and outlook
Flick pointed to key incidents that influenced the first leg, including a red card for Cubarí and a disputed penalty call. Such moments can change a tie.
On Monday he reiterated his faith in the group. Hansi Flick expressed strong confidence in the squad as they prepare for Tuesday.
- Match: Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Metropolitano.
- First-leg score: 2-0 deficit to overturn.
- Key themes: attitude, mentality, togetherness, defence, chance-taking.
- Injury update: Frenkie de Jong possible starter; Marc Bernal not fully fit.
