Barcelona suffered their first league defeat since December, losing 3-2 at home to Villarreal despite having recently secured the LaLiga title. Coach Hansi Flick attributed the loss partially to the celebrations following their clinching win and expressed pride in his team's season. Villarreal, led by Tajon Buchanan's late goal, showcased resilience, marking a key victory as they secured a Champions League spot. Barcelona's performance included a fight back after an early Villarreal goal, but ultimately they couldn't maintain their unbeaten run.
I'm fine with it, Flick said in a news conference when asked if he could accept the loss given the players had been partying for two days in the build-up. Today it's time to celebrate. The team, the players, they make an unbelievable job the last five months.
Ayoze Pérez gave Villarreal a surprise fourth-minute lead at the Olympic Stadium, but Barça fought back to lead by the break.
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