Barcelona manager Hansi Flick expressed his admiration for the club’s renowned La Masia academy following a solid 2-0 victory over Osasuna in La Liga on Saturday. The match saw Raphinha shine by scoring both goals, marking a crucial win for Barcelona after a stretch of disappointing performances.
Flick highlighted the contributions of several young talents who have emerged from La Masia, praising their efforts in the match. “Eric gives us stability; he had a fantastic game. Gerard has improved significantly. And previous discussions about Cuba highlight how remarkable it is to perform at this level at just 18 years old. I commend La Masia for nurturing such exceptional young players. It’s truly wonderful,” Flick stated.
The manager lauded the team’s execution leading to the first goal, pointing to the effective use of space and the quality of the pass, crediting Pedri as an “incredible player” with phenomenal skills.
Flick’s praise of the academy and the incremental recovery of his squad reflects a hopeful outlook for the season ahead. “After a few weeks in which we struggled, we’re back. With all players nearing peak performance, the team’s potential is starting to shine through,” he remarked, underscoring a sense of optimism as Barcelona aims to build on this success.