Barcelona Draws 1-1 with Betis, Maintains LaLiga Lead

Barcelona's 1-1 draw with Real Betis on Saturday was viewed positively by manager Hansi Flick, who noted that the result still allowed the team to extend their lead over Real Madrid by four points after Madrid's loss to Valencia. Although Flick acknowledged the team's early mistakes, he praised their second-half performance and emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, stating, "We have one game less and one more point." Gavi scored for Barcelona but Betis equalized through a header by Natan, ending Barca's nine-match winning streak in La Liga. Looking ahead to their Champions League quarter-final against Borussia Dortmund, Flick expressed confidence in his team's preparedness despite the demanding schedule. Overall, he remains optimistic about their position in the league as they continue to aim for success in both domestic and European competitions.