Real Madrid vs Barcelona: Why isn’t Hansi Flick on the sidelines for El Clasico?

Hansi Flick was not available on the sidelines during the last edition of Barcelona The classic on Sunday, October 26.

The German manager missed Spain’s biggest club match as he served a suspension after receiving a red card in Barcelona’s last match, a 2–1 win against Girona on October 18.

Flick is said to have received his marching orders for protesting refereeing decisions during the match. Flick then spoke about the impact the club had had on his emotions.

“I am not more nervous, maybe my emotions are not the same as before,” he told a news conference.

«I remember when I coached Bayern Munich, there were images of us winning 8-2 against Barcelona, ​​and I never laughed at the eight goals.»

«Now I have more emotions; this club has changed me completely. What I can say is that I love this club, I love Barcelona, ​​I love the people here, it’s incredible, and I give everything for this club.»

“To be honest, I don’t like these things when I see myself on TV, and I don’t like my grandchildren seeing their grandfather like this, so maybe I need to change my behavior.”

In Flick’s absence, assistant coach Marcus Sorg took his place on the sidelines.

(With input from Reuters)

Published on October 26, 2025