FC Barcelona’s disappointing run in the La Liga 2024-25 continued as they slipped from the top of league’s points table following a 2-1 loss against Atletico Madrid. Following the setback, team manager Hansi Flick urged the players to learn from their mistakes and make a strong comeback post winter break. The loss against Atletico Madrid extended their losing streak to three games in La Liga 2024-25. FCB have only earned five points from their last 21 available points are now five points behind Atletico Madrid having just played one match more than the opposition.

Despite the loss, Hansi Flick heaped praise for the players and stated that the winter break will be essential for the players to provide a reset. He said after the match, “Today it was unbelievable how we played. Maybe this break came at the right time. I appreciate how we played, but we have to learn from these things. Losing nine points is not normal, and we have to work on it.”

Hansi Flick also acknowledged the frustration but also remained hopeful towards the potential of the team players. He added, “The points lost against Las Palmas and Leganes are in the past. We will show after the break how strong we are. We are very disappointed with the defeat, but life goes on. When I drive at 0630 to go to training, I am happy because I can train with these players. Now, there is not a good atmosphere in the dressing room, but that’s football. We will be back for sure.”

FC Barcelona lost against Atletico Madrid despite leading by 1-0 after the first half. The club looked sloppy in the defence during the second half of the match and goals from Rodrigo de Paul and Alexander Sarloth proved to be decisive in Atletico Madrid’s win.