Held in check on his lawn against Betis, FC Barcelona still took advantage of the surprise defeat of Real Madrid at home against Valence to increase his lead at the top of the championship, now counting four points more than his eternal rival. Enough to put into perspective the Blaugrana coach, Hansi Flick. In the mixed zone after the meeting, the German manager preferred to retain the positive from a very hung meeting.
“I told the players that there was a match and that we had resumed a point ahead. We tried everything to win, but without success. I don't think we were lucky in front of the goal, but I think we made a good game. On the days when you don't score, you have to accept it and stay positive. I remember that we tried everything ”said Flick at the microphone of Movistar. What leave the group in a positive state of mind before a capital meeting against Borussia Dortmund this Wednesday.