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Hansi Flick Defends Cup Qualification Amid Criticism

Emmanuel oppong

Feb 11, 2026 at 02:12 PM Updated: Feb 15, 2026 at 08:58 PM
Hansi Flick dismissed criticism of his team’s cup qualification by reminding everyone that cup matches are never easy. By referencing Real Madrid’s struggles against lower-division teams, he emphasized that every opponent deserves respect and that knock

Hansi Flick sent a clear message to critics who downplayed his team’s cup qualification due to the lack of top-level opponents. Responding sharply, he said, “Ask Real Madrid if it’s easy to face second-division teams.”

His comment highlights the unpredictable nature of cup competitions, where so-called smaller teams often play with intensity, confidence, and nothing to lose. History has shown that even Europe’s biggest clubs can struggle or be eliminated by lower-division sides. Flick’s response emphasizes respect for every opponent and reinforces a key football truth: there are no easy games in knockout football.

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