Ter Stegen's Role in Barcelona's Latest Victory: Insights from Hansi Flick

Ter Stegen's Key Role in the Match

In a thrilling encounter, Barcelona claimed a decisive victory over Villarreal with a score of 5-1. Coach Hansi Flick expressed mixed feelings following the match, particularly regarding Marc-Andre Ter Stegen’s serious injury that led to his stretcher exit.

Flick on Ter Stegen

Flick remarked, “We have to wait and see. It will be a serious injury, he has felt it, you’ve seen it.” He emphasized the team's need to assess the situation before discussing potential replacements for their captain.

Barcelona's Performance Review

Discussing the match, Flick stated, “We won 1-5 at Villarreal. It was a fantastic match between the two teams.” He acknowledged Villarreal's challenges and praised his team's compact defensive style which has yielded successful results this season.

Raphinha's Contributions

Regarding Raphinha, Flick stated he “has been doing so well since day one”, highlighting his efforts without the ball and his attacking prowess alongside Lewandowski and Lamine.

Team Resilience

On the team’s perseverance, Flick said, “I’m proud of how the team overcomes adversity.” He noted Villarreal’s tenacity yet commended his players for their relentless pursuit of goals throughout the match.