"The group is convinced of the work we are doing. It is not a simple situation, but communication is essential. We have been very clear and honest with each other. I ask them questions, it's my way of managing the team. We need leaders in the dressing room and for that, it is key to speak to them at the same level. After that, the decisions are mine. I want the players to take responsibility and they are doing that."
"After two defeats, we are playing at home and we know what we have to do. We have to get back our confidence. We have to have the hunger to win."
"All four of Barca's defeats in LaLiga this season have come on the road, and they remain one of five teams yet to lose a home match in Europe's top five leagues this season, alongside Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, Napoli and Borussia Dortmund."
Hansi Flick held frank discussions with Barcelona players after consecutive defeats, stressing clear communication, honesty and dressing-room leadership. Barcelona suffered a 4-0 loss to Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg and a 2-1 defeat at Girona, losing control of the LaLiga title race. Flick said the group remained convinced of the work, that he asks questions as his management style, and that final decisions rest with him while players must take responsibility. Barcelona remain unbeaten at home in league play and had two extra rest days before hosting Levante to regain confidence and hunger.
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