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Barça robbed of Champions League dream, fumes Raphinha
15 Apr
Summary
- Raphinha claims Barcelona was unfairly eliminated from the Champions League.
- Barcelona lost 3-2 on aggregate to Atlético Madrid in the quarterfinals.
- Coach Hansi Flick expressed pride in his team's performance despite the exit.
Raphinha vocalized his frustration, asserting that Barcelona was unjustly eliminated from the Champions League by Atlético Madrid. The team exited the competition in the quarterfinals following a 3-2 aggregate loss, despite securing a 2-1 victory on the night.
Raphinha questioned the refereeing decisions, stating the match felt 'robbed' and highlighting perceived inconsistencies in fouls and bookings. This sentiment echoes recent Champions League officiating controversies for Barcelona.
Coach Hansi Flick defended his squad's performance across both legs, expressing pride in their attitude and effort. He acknowledged the disappointment of the Champions League exit but emphasized the team's strong position in LaLiga, aiming to secure the title.
Despite the European setback, Barcelona remains on track to win the Spanish Supercopa, having secured it in January. The team's focus now shifts entirely to consolidating their nine-point lead at the top of LaLiga with seven matches left.
