The Catalans date back north with a seven -point lead with Real Madrid in action this Sunday in Alaves. Barcelona was far from her best in Madrid, and they needed luck to win, while Jorge Saenz's CSC made the difference.
The visitors failed to record a target shot until the 70th minute, and they could not sign a second goal, while Leganes pushed to obtain an equalization.
Flick admitted that winning this type of delicate match is vital in the title race. “” It was a very difficult and important match for us. I am very proud of what my team has done in recent weeks and months ”according to the quotes from Marca.
Hans Dieter Flick pays tribute to his defense
“What stands out above all is the commitment shown of each player. Sometimes you might think that it is matches against Dortmund or Atletico who win titles, but it is matches like this. I am very proud of the team and the way they defended. Martínez's last gesture in the match was perfect. »»
Flick should rotate his workforce in the middle of the week at Borussia Dortmund, while most of the work has already been done to go after a 4-0 victory. Alejandro Balde is touched and Ronald Araujo struggling with a minor problem.
Barcelona will then play two games from the Home League to finish April, while Celta Vigo and Mallorca head towards Catalonia, before the final of Copa Del Rey against Real Madrid on April 26.
