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Flick highlights the unity of the Barça dressing room ahead of the decisive clásico
The city is holding its breath ahead of one of the most decisive clásicos in recent years. This Sunday, FC Barcelona host Real Madrid CF at Spotify Camp Nou in a match that could all but settle the Liga for Barça. The tension is already felt in the streets, bars and among supporters who experience every preceding detail as if it were a final.
Ahead of the match, Hansi Flick wanted to steer attention away from any external controversy and focus on the collective strength of the squad. The German coach emphasised that the group is arriving united, committed, and fully focused on the goal. For Flick, the key to Barça’s current moment is not about individual players, but about the team’s ability to stay compact in high-pressure matches.
The coach avoided commenting on Madrid’s internal situation and made it clear that his priority is to protect the dynamic within the azulgrana side. He underlined the importance of constant dialogue between players and coaching staff, and highlighted that the dressing room operates from a shared idea: to put the team first before individual recognition.
Within that balance, La Masia once again takes centre stage. Flick recalled that much of the squad has grown up together since the youth ranks, sharing years of development and the same footballing culture. According to the coach, that connection translates into greater understanding both on and off the pitch, especially on nights when emotional pressure can make the difference.
The clásico also comes at a time when Barça is looking to consolidate a project that blends youth, identity, and immediate competitiveness. For many fans, Sunday’s match could not only bring a title closer, but also confirm that the team has regained a recognisable style and an emotional connection with the stands.
La Masia has historically been one of the great pillars of Barça’s identity. Its youth system has produced generations that defined an era in European football and built a style recognised around the world. In a period of transition and sporting reconstruction, the influence of homegrown players is once again becoming a key element in strengthening the bond between the team, the club, and the azulgrana supporters.