After the Priceless Win Over Celta Vigo… Hansi Flick Showers Barcelona Star with Praise and Decides to Start the Sub in Upcoming Matches!

Barcelona pulled off one of the most thrilling comebacks of the season at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Saturday night. Trailing 3-1 against a fierce and inspired Celta Vigo side, the Catalan giants turned the match on its head in stoppage time to seal a sensational 4-3 victory in La Liga’s 32nd round.

With this dramatic win, Barcelona climbed to 73 points at the top of the league standings, temporarily extending their lead over second-placed Real Madrid to seven points. Celta Vigo, despite their impressive fight, remain stuck at 43 points in seventh place.

According to reports from the Spanish outlet El Nacional, head coach Hansi Flick was overjoyed by the outcome, describing the win as a significant step forward in their quest to reclaim the La Liga title. But beyond the points, it was the spirit and fight that impressed the German tactician the most.

Flick’s post-match praise was especially reserved for Brazilian winger Raphinha, who was instrumental in the turnaround. With two goals and an assist, Raphinha put in a man-of-the-match performance that kept Barcelona’s title hopes alive. Flick reportedly told his staff, “This is the mentality we need in every game. Raphinha played like a true leader tonight.”

But the praise didn’t end there. Flick also hailed the impact of Dani Olmo, who came off the bench and immediately shifted the game’s momentum. Olmo not only scored the goal that reignited Barça’s hopes but also earned the decisive penalty that led to the match-winning goal.

“Dani was incredible,” Flick reportedly said. “He brought energy, vision, and calm when we needed it most. If he can stay fit, he might be the key to a treble push this season.”

Flick even went as far as to hint that Dani Olmo could become a regular starter in the coming fixtures. The German coach believes the Spaniard’s influence, especially in big matches, is too valuable to leave on the bench.

Also earning Flick’s admiration was 16-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal. The youngster came on in the second half and added immediate firepower down the right flank, tormenting Celta’s defense and linking up brilliantly with the forwards.

“This is the version of Yamal I want to see,” Flick said. “He didn’t just bring speed—he brought confidence and intelligence in the final third.”

In a surprising moment after the game, Barcelona president Joan Laporta made his way to the dressing room. He sought out Dani Olmo personally, congratulating him for what he described as a “season-saving performance.” Laporta is believed to have told Olmo: “You’ve saved our season tonight. That was heroic.”

The win also highlighted Flick’s tactical flexibility. Starting with a 4-3-3, the coach switched systems mid-game to accommodate more attackers and overload the wings, a move that proved decisive in breaking Celta’s defense late on.

Defensively, Barcelona looked shaky for much of the game. Szczęsny’s mistake for the first goal and a few lapses in positioning allowed Borja Iglesias to complete a hat-trick. But the resilience shown by the team in the final 30 minutes was a testament to their mental strength.

Despite the defensive concerns, Flick emphasized the importance of maintaining a winning mentality. “We made mistakes, yes, but we didn’t give up. That’s what champions are made of,” he said in the post-match conference.

Raphinha, who has had an up-and-down season so far, might have just reignited his Barcelona career with this performance. With whispers of Ballon d’Or ambitions already circling, the Brazilian seems determined to lead this team to glory.

As for Yamal, reports suggest Flick is planning to increase his minutes in the coming matches, especially given the youngster’s consistency and versatility on the right wing.

The victory serves as a timely boost ahead of a crucial month filled with key fixtures. With Real Madrid still breathing down their necks and European ambitions also in play, Barcelona needed this comeback more than ever.

With the likes of Raphinha, Dani Olmo, and Yamal all stepping up at the right moment, Barcelona fans have every reason to believe that this could be a special season—one that ends with silverware.

Flick knows the road ahead will be tough, but Saturday’s remontada has reinforced a belief that this team has what it takes. And with players like Olmo rising to the occasion, the future suddenly looks much brighter.