Flick: "We Capitalized on Real Madrid's Defeat"

T.E (Elbotola)

22 February 2026at23:20

Barcelona reclaimed the top spot in La Liga after defeating Levante 3-0 on Sunday. This victory came as they capitalized on former leaders Real Madrid's 2-1 loss to Osasuna.

Following the match, German coach Hansi Flick emphasized the significant morale boost of regaining the lead, while also stressing that the title race remains wide open.

Flick stated in media remarks: "Regaining the top spot? It's something important and positive. We had an opportunity after Saturday's result (Real Madrid's defeat) and we capitalized on it. However, there's still a long way to go. Today, we delivered the response we needed."

It is worth noting that Barcelona increased their points tally to 61, returning to the summit of the La Liga standings, leveraging Real Madrid's 2-1 defeat to Osasuna yesterday, Saturday.

Q&A

How did Barcelona manage to return to the top of the La Liga standings?

Barcelona climbed back to the top of La Liga after their 3-0 victory against Levante, strategically capitalizing on Real Madrid's unexpected 2-1 defeat to Osasuna.

What was Hansi Flick's reaction to Barcelona regaining the La Liga lead?

Hansi Flick called regaining the top spot 'important and positive,' acknowledging they capitalized on Real Madrid's loss. He stressed, however, that the La Liga title race remains wide open.

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