According to reports, anger, deep sorrow, and eerie silence were the words Spanish newspapers used to describe Barcelona’s locker room after last night’s match against Inter Milan. Marca revealed Hans-Dieter Flick’s words in the dressing room, where he was the only one to change the atmosphere, keeping the players in the right mindset for El Clasico.

Barcelona players had every right to feel downhearted. They had lost the Champions League final and the treble. The club’s directors, who observed from a distance, knew that if the mood persisted, the team would struggle in Sunday’s El Clasico.

But Flick, undoubtedly furious and disappointed himself, stepped in to show how a great coach handles such moments. Standing in the middle of the locker room, he delivered an electrifying speech that completely shifted the mood. The players, who moments earlier looked like a defeated army, applauded and thanked him.

Flick began by telling the players their performance was excellent and they should not blame themselves: “You played beautiful football. Congratulations. Hold your heads high.”

Flick then delivered a passionate speech, emphasizing two key points: First, he reminded the players that they had embodied Barcelona’s fighting spirit at San Siro and showcased their greatness. He added: “In football, these moments happen. Don’t blame yourselves. We’ll come back next season—stronger, wiser, and ready. We’ll show what Barcelona’s return means in the Champions League. I’m proud of you all. Remember: We’ll be back.”