BARCELONA, Spain: Hansi Flick admits he will never forget the most emotional day of his life after guiding Barcelona to La Liga glory just hours after his father’s death.
Barcelona confirmed their 29th league title after beating their main rivals, Real Madrid 2-0 in El Clasico at Camp Nou, early this morning.
The German manager said he was very proud of the support shown by the team’s players and staff when going through difficult moments.
“I’m proud. I will never forget this day. Not ever. I’m happy with this victory and the atmosphere in this stadium is extraordinary,” Flick told reporters.
Flick said his mother called him the morning of the match to say his father had died.
“This morning my mother called me and told me my father had passed away. So I thought whether I needed to hide it or talk to the players because to me they are like family.
“I finally decided to tell the players and what they did after that was extraordinary. I will never forget that moment.
“I am very happy and proud of everyone, every player, coaching staff and also this club,” he said.
Flick was celebrated by Barca players after the final whistle when he was thrown into the air during the tournament reception at Camp Nou.
The 61-year-old coach said he had never felt as much affection in a stadium as he received on that day.
He also emphasized that Barcelona still wants to chase the La Liga record of 100 points in the remaining three matches this season as well as targeting the Champions League title next season after last winning it in 2015.
Spanish media previously reported that Flick is expected to extend his contract for another year until 2028.
“I think we are in the right place at the right time. I think we want to continue together and give more to this club.
“I know everyone at Barcelona wants to win the Champions League. We will try again next season and hope to achieve it,” he said.