"The manager said he hadn't insulted anyone. We're sure to appeal Flick's sending-off. The referees are always more rigorous against us, they push the limits much further. Winning against Barça is always more complicated, but it gives you greater satisfaction. We fought hard against many things. It won't be an excuse, whatever the result against Madrid. We're not going to get into that. There are very strict things against us. We'll do what we have to do on a legal level."
"Too much importance is given to these things. It's a moment of euphoria, it's almost impossible to contain yourself. I'm hoarse because I called. There's no one who loves Barça who wouldn't celebrate such a goal with euphoria. Flick has always been a restrained person, he's a balanced person, he added. There are moments of euphoria... this is football. It's normal, and all the players were seen celebrating like crazy. Scoring a goal in the 94th minute with your defender playing as a striker is not normal."
Barcelona sporting director Deco defended manager Hansi Flick after Flick was sent off late in the victory over Girona. Deco said Flick denied insulting anyone and confirmed the club will appeal the red card, accusing referees of being more rigorous against Barcelona. Deco minimized criticism of Flick's celebration after Ronald Araujo's stoppage-time winner, calling it a natural euphoria and noting players celebrated similarly. Deco described Flick as restrained and balanced. The club hopes to overturn any touchline ban but faces skepticism because a prior appeal over a previous red card failed.
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