Flick on Pedri, Fermín, De Jong, Dani Olmo, and Araújo

FC Barcelona

How did you see the match?

 After the two goals conceded from set pieces, we came back and that's good. It wasn't easy to play today, very cold weather and Slavia played really well with transitions, dangerous balls, they were a very physical team. We improved a lot in the second half.

What message did you give the players at halftime? And about the cold?

As I said before, we expected a tough match, they had five weeks to prepare. Slavia is physical, dynamic, with strong players. We saw it from set pieces and it was difficult to defend. We deserved the three points.

Do you know the extent of Pedri's injury?

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Pedri
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Dani Olmo
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I don't know exactly what he has. I don't know how long he'll be out for. It's not good news. We will see tomorrow. Then Olmo came on and scored a goal. The substitution was a success and the fourth goal came at the right time, which is very good.

Thank goodness Fermín didn't leave, right?

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Fermín López
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 He's a fantastic player. The decision was up to him, and I'm happy he stayed. He's a player who breathes and has Barcelona's DNA. I really appreciate his performance today.

Is it possible to win the Champions League with so many mistakes?

Two mistakes from two corners. It was just one match, and we can improve. We want to and we can improve.

How important is it for you to advance to the next stage without a playoff?

 It won't be easy to beat Copenhagen. We don't know how Ferran will be, maybe Pedri won't play. We're getting Lamine back, De Jong won't be there. We have a good chance to be among the top 8. We didn't start the Champions League well this season, but we have a chance to be in the top eight.

How did you see Araújo's performance?

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Ronald Araujo
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 In the duels, he showed his speed. I want to praise him. I'm happy with his performance. It wasn't easy for him. Step by step, he is more integrated.

De Jong was very good today

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De Jong
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 De Jong played well today. His level is very high. Not only in defense, but also in attack.