Hansi Flick hints at ego issues within Barcelona squad after draw with Rayo Vallecano

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick delivered a strong message to his players after a 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano in LaLiga, warning that egos could undermine the team’s success this season.

Barcelona Drop Points in LaLiga

The Catalan side took the lead in the third round clash on Sunday (31) through a Lamine Yamal penalty, but failed to secure victory as Fran Pérez equalized in the second half. The result frustrated both fans and staff, especially considering Barça’s dominance in possession.

Flick’s Warning About “Egos”

Speaking in his post-match press conference, Flick stressed the importance of teamwork over individualism.

“Last year we worked as a team, and the most important thing was that there were no egos, because that kills success. I told the players this today, before most of them left for international duty. It had to be said,” the German coach declared.

His words sparked debate on social media, with many fans interpreting them as a direct warning to certain stars.

Fans Speculate: Who Was Flick Referring To?

Online, supporters quickly pointed to Raphinha and Lamine Yamal as possible targets of the criticism, accusing them of being “too selfish” in attack.

One fan commented: “Raphinha and especially Lamine are playing for themselves. Last season we played as a team. Lamine needs to drop the ego, or it will end badly.”

Others, however, argued that Flick’s statement was aimed at the entire squad, highlighting past seasons in which Barcelona’s mentality and hunger were questioned.

What’s Next for Barcelona

Barcelona will return to action after the international break with a crucial home clash against Valencia on September 14, at 4 p.m. (Brasília time), in the fourth round of LaLiga.