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"Di Maria is dangerous despite his age", Hansi Flick reassures fans: Barcelona wins in honor of our doctor!

2025-03-10 15:25:49 / SPORT ALFA PRESS

"Di Maria is dangerous despite his age", Hansi Flick reassures fans:

Barcelona will host Benfica tomorrow at 18:45 in the return leg of the Champions League round of 16. On the eve of this challenge, coach Hansi Flick appeared in the usual press conference. Before the session began, a minute of silence was held with respect and from the heart. After everything that has happened, how are you coping with the match against Benfica?

"I think the team is handling the situation well. We are very focused on the game, I already said it after Lisbon, that this was only the first game. They are good in transitions and I have explained that to the team as well."

How can you manage a situation like the one you're experiencing? How did you achieve it?

"The president came to the dressing room yesterday and spoke. And so did I. It's a big loss. Karles was a great person and a great doctor. He was a very important part of our success. We will miss him. But the team wants to play for him. This situation is important. We are focused on winning. The team is focused, we have to keep moving forward. It's an important moment for the club, the fans... we want to do well and winning is important."

"He is in great form, we decided to give him a break on Saturday. During the training session before the match he felt a discomfort due to fatigue and we decided to let him rest."

Are you worried about the feeling that everyone thinks you're already in the quarterfinals?

"I see the team very focused and we talked about it this morning. In the conversation we showed the pros and cons of the trip and from our side no one thinks the job is done. We want the attitude to be correct."

Is there any chance of a surprise?

"I think they are clear about how they want to play and we also know how to do that. I don't think there will be any surprises."

Are you surprised by Shezni's calmness during matches?

"I always say he's a mature, experienced, calm goalkeeper... his personality helps us and he's doing a great job."

How important is Rafinha to the team? Do you see him as a candidate for the Ballon d'Or?

"Of course, if he does well this season, he could have a chance. He always helps us a lot and if you see the goals he has scored, it shows how hungry he is. You see, it's good to see how focused he is. I'm happy with his level."

Is this the most important week of the season with the matches against Benfica and Atletico?

"It's always like this, it was Bayern's week and then Real Madrid's... everyone is important. We are in a big moment. We are in a good mood and we have confidence, and we have to maintain that."

Are you afraid of any last-minute surprises from Bruno Lage?

"They have a team with very good players. They have a great coach. We have to be 100% focused and it's better not to think about the first game. We have to win the game. They have played very well in their away games in the Champions League and we have to worry about that."

"They usually always press from above. They do very well, they have won many away games. We have to focus on that."

"It's all about possession, both in attack and defence. We have to put pressure on our opponents and that's what we want to do."

What does Benfica lose without Angel Di Maria?

"I already said he was one of my favorite players. I won't talk about the players who won't be here. He is a fantastic and dangerous footballer despite his age."

 

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