"Barcelona have been dealt a massive blow heading into next weekend's El Clasico as their manager, Hansi Flick, will not be available on the touchline. This is because the German tactician was sent off during Barcelona's game against Girona on Saturday. In a match that saw Barcelona scrape off a late winner through Ronald Araujo, Flick was involved in an incident with the referees multiple times throughout the ninety minutes."
"Flick, who had already picked up a yellow card earlier in the game, was seen complaining to the match officials for awarding only four minutes of added time in a game that had many disruptions. However, unhappy with Flick's complaints, the referee decided to hand the German his second yellow card of the match, and therefore, he was sent off to the stands."
"Flick's red card means he will be unable to attend the Barcelona vs Real Madrid match on the touchline and will have to watch the game from the stands. This could serve as a massive blow for Barcelona, who are already dealing with an injury crisis and a lack of form. Although the late winner against Girona will boost the team's confidence, Flick's expertise on the touchline, as well as his ability to make quick changes and motivate the team, will be missed against Real Madrid."
Hansi Flick was sent off during Barcelona's match against Girona after protesting refereeing decisions and the decision to award only four minutes of added time. He had already received a yellow card earlier, and the referee issued a second yellow for his complaints, sending Flick to the stands. Flick will be banned from being on the touchline for the upcoming Barcelona vs Real Madrid El Clasico and must watch from the stands. The absence removes Flick's touchline leadership and in-game adjustment ability. Barcelona face injuries and poor form, while Ronald Araujo's late winner offered a morale boost. Marcus Sorg or assistant Thiago Alcantara could replace him.
Read at Barca Universal
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