Overall, under Hansi Flick’s leadership, Barcelona employed a structured high-pressing strategy, which gave them clear dominance over the game, with 67% possession compared to Atlético Madrid’s 33%.
This dominance translated into significant attacking threat, with 22 shots, eight of which were on target, whilst the home side managed just six attempts (only two between the woodwork and the posts).
In contrast, Diego Simeone’s Atlético relied on a compact defensive block, banking on quick transitions, particularly given their numerical disadvantage.