| Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has been left fuming on the touchline after a string of controversial calls from the assistant referee. According to Flick, the official on the sidelines seems to be repeatedly misjudging situations and wrongly flagging Barça attackers for offside. His frustration was visible as he gestured furiously toward the fourth official, demanding fairness in what has already become a tense contest.
The German tactician, who is known for his calm demeanor, rarely loses his temper on the sidelines, but today’s sequence of decisions clearly pushed him over the edge. Several of Barcelona’s promising attacking moves were cut short, leaving players and fans alike in disbelief. Supporters inside the stadium erupted in boos, convinced their team was being treated unfairly by inconsistent officiating.
What made matters worse is that some of the calls looked questionable even to the naked eye. On at least two occasions, replay footage appeared to show that Barça players had timed their runs perfectly, only for the assistant referee to raise the flag prematurely. These moments not only disrupted Barcelona’s rhythm but also sparked heated debates among pundits and commentators.
For Flick, moments like this highlight the importance of accuracy in officiating, especially in matches where the stakes are high. He was seen urging the referee to consult VAR more frequently, insisting that mistakes like these can change the outcome of a match. The incident has added another layer of controversy to the game, with many already predicting it will be a major talking point long after the final whistle
