Hansi Flick post match reaction.

Here’s a paraphrased version of the quotes, expanding on them for clarity:

🗣 Hansi Flick: “I emphasized to the team how crucial it was for them to maintain the same level of intensity and focus that they had before the international break. I’m really pleased with how they responded because they carried out the instructions brilliantly.”

Hansi Flick: “I’m really happy with how we’ve approached our pressing game. Right from the very first minute, our pressure on the opposition has been relentless. We certainly deserved this victory, and the scoreline reflects that.”

Hansi Flick: “During halftime, I reminded the players of the importance of staying consistent with how we performed in the first half. Keeping up the same energy and commitment was vital to securing the win.”

Hansi Flick: “It’s always a pleasure to watch how well the team performs during games, but it’s something I’m fortunate to witness daily in training. I get to see firsthand the incredible quality they bring to the pitch.”

Hansi Flick: “Regarding Olmo, we’re taking a wait-and-see approach. I hope his injury isn’t serious, and that it turns out to be something minor, but we’ll have to wait for the medical team’s assessment.”

Did Pedri tell you before the match that he was going to score?

Hansi Flick: “Yes, Pedri did mention it, and Lamine said the same thing too.” *laughs*

Hansi Flick: “I’ve already joked with Pedri. I told him that if he wants to keep playing, he needs to come and give me a hug after every goal he scores!” *laughs*

Hansi Flick: “I’m not the type of coach who likes to make excuses or look for them. My focus is always on my team and their performance. If the referee has doubts, he’ll check the VAR, and we have to trust in that process.”

Hansi Flick: “Even in these early matches, you can already see the results of the hard work we’ve put in. We’re confident in our ability to control the ball, and we trust ourselves with it. We have the quality needed to dominate possession.”

Hansi Flick: “We probably could have added two or three more goals today. There were definitely chances that we didn’t fully capitalize on.”

Hansi Flick: “We’re playing with a confidence that has been building since our first few matches. We’re extremely well-organized, and we work together as a unit. The way we press as a team, holding a compact and high defensive block, isn’t easy to achieve, but we’re executing it well.”

Hansi Flick: “Lamine usually sets up the final pass, but I’m thrilled to see him on the scoresheet today. He deserves it.”

What are you most proud of? The pressing, the build-up from the back, the midfield control? What aspect makes you say, ‘wow, I’m proud of this’?

Hansi Flick: “It’s difficult to single out one thing because I’m proud of everything. The whole team is working together as a cohesive unit. When we press high, it makes it easier for our defenders and the midfielders to regain control of the ball, which benefits the entire team.”