Hans Flick maintained his winning streak against Borussia Dortmund, securing victories in every encounter against the yellow-and-black team.
His latest triumph came as he guided Barcelona to a thrilling 3-2 win over Dortmund in the sixth round of the UEFA Champions League.
The victory boosted Barcelona’s points tally to 15, placing them second behind Liverpool, who lead the standings with 18 points. Meanwhile, Dortmund remained on 12 points, sitting in ninth place. Barcelona still has two crucial matches left against Benfica and Atalanta.
However, the victory was overshadowed by internal tensions within the Barcelona squad. According to the Spanish newspaper “El Nacional,” a verbal altercation broke out between Barcelona midfielder Pedri and his teammate Alejandro Balde after the match.
The disagreement reportedly stemmed from Pedri’s frustration with Balde’s performance in recent games, including the match against Dortmund.
Pedri was said to be upset with Balde’s lackluster display, accusing him of underperforming both defensively and offensively. He allegedly told Balde that he wasn’t fulfilling his responsibilities on the pitch. Pedri believes that Balde has become complacent, relying on the absence of a strong competitor for his position and thus putting in minimal effort.
Balde reportedly responded defensively, which escalated the argument between the two young Spaniards. The situation intensified before senior players on the team intervened to separate them and restore calm.
Despite this internal conflict, Barcelona’s victory over Dortmund keeps them in a strong position in the Champions League. However, the team’s management will need to address the growing tension among players to maintain harmony and ensure continued success in their upcoming fixtures.
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