Barca entered that match with knowing that they needed 3 points to ensure the La Liga championship early 2 rounds. The first half of the match was overshadowed by a big incident outside the RCDE Stadium, when a white car rushed into a group of audiences. A total of 13 injured people have been reported by Spanish health agencies.
The match was paused for a moment in the 8th minute for the referee to talk to the police, but was continued 2 minutes later. Barca had to wait until the second half to have a lead goal thanks to the beautiful shot of Lamine Yamal into the corner of the goal. The 17-year-old then created for Fermin Lopez to score a 2-0 score in the 5-0 minute.
Immediately after the final whistle, there was a big fight between the players and the coaching staff of both teams. Even Espanyol fans have flooded the yard and scuffle with the Barca stars, and there are also confrontations between the players of both teams.
Coach Flick entered the field and was extremely angry with his players, even the German strategist pushed two students towards the tunnel.
Les Cules also won the La Liga championship at Espanyol’s field 2 years ago, but that victory led to much worse scenes than what witnessed in reality.
Speaking before the match, Flick told reporters in Spain: “I saw what happened 2 years ago on television. Whatever you need to do, always have to respect. You have to fight for 3 points, and then we will do what is right.”
After the match, Flick talked about the championship: “I think that especially the second half of the season is surprising. We did not lose a match, and that was wonderful. Congratulations to the team, clubs and fans. We are very happy.”
“Always very positive when there is a strong spirit. After the Christmas holiday, we have been much stronger. Winning the Super Cup has brought us confidence. The players, like Frenkie and many others, have reached their peak, and it is great to see how they improved. I am very happy,” Flick added about the key to success.
Talking about controversial celebrations, Flick said frankly: “Espanyol was very good defense. They played a very dangerous way for us, so I was very happy with this victory. I know the situation about what happened two years ago, and we wanted to leave the field and celebrate inside.”
“This often depends on the attitude, and we always think positively. When I look at the training sessions, the season of the season … We have another philosophy about how we want to attack, and the team has adapted well. With Barca, you have to win the titles, and 3 is great. I suffered after the semi -finals in Milan, but with 3 titles, I think that the club and the players are happy.”
