Coach Hansi Flick praises Lamine Yamal and Pedri

Coach Hansi Flick gave his comments following the 2-1 win against Real Sociedad in the seventh round of La Liga, particularly focusing on the displays by Lamine Yamal and Pedri.

Barcelona endured a challenging 90 minutes but ultimately secured all three points against Real Sociedad in last weekend’s La Liga match. Although the home team took the lead initially, Hansi Flick’s squad responded promptly with goals from Jules Kounde and Robert Lewandowski, overturning the score to 2-1 and maintaining their title race by moving to the top of the standings.

The standout moment in Barcelona’s victory was the impressive comeback of Lamine Yamal. The 17-year-old prodigy provided the crucial assist for Lewandowski’s goal that put them ahead 2-1, proving his worth immediately after returning from injury. After the match, coach Hansi Flick expressed his satisfaction: “It’s fantastic to have Yamal back. Everyone can see how talented he is.”

The German coach also emphasized the team’s effort amid a tight schedule: “We only had 68 hours of rest since the last game. It’s incredible how the players still gave their all.”

Besides Yamal, Pedri continued to be the heartbeat of the midfield with a brilliant performance. Flick showered praise on the young midfielder: “Pedri is an exceptional player. He’s clearly improving as a leader. When Pedri is on the pitch, he’s everywhere, helping us control the ball and always choosing the right position.”

Flick also praised the chemistry between Pedri and Frenkie de Jong: “The two of them coordinate excellently and understand exactly how they want to play. This makes it harder for Barcelona to be pressured, creates more space, and increases our control.”

The win over Real Sociedad not only earned important points but also confirmed Barcelona’s squad depth under Flick. Yamal’s return combined with Pedri’s outstanding form and other key players will provide a significant boost for Barca’s ambition to defend the La Liga title this season.