Flick emphasised the difficulty of breaking down Diego Simeone’s side, highlighting both their structure and mental toughness ahead of the first leg. He also addressed concerns regarding discipline and the physical nature of the game, hinting at specific tactical ideas the team has been working on.
Expanding on Atletico’s strengths and Barcelona's approach, Flick added: "Atletico is a tough team. They have the right attitude, fast players, and are strong on the field. On Saturday, they rested several players and still played well. It’s not easy to score two goals against Atletico. That’s all I can say. It’s always tough. The match will be very exciting. We’ll try to get a good result, but we know we have to play there. We want to reach our goal. We have to focus on our performance and what we do. We have to focus on our own game. That’s what I want to see."