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Flick: Disappointed but Proud After Barcelona's Copa Elimination

Barcelona were eliminated from the Copa del Rey semi-final by Atletico Madrid after a 4-3 aggregate defeat, but manager Hansi Flick said he was proud of the team's effort.

The Blaugrana fell 4-3 on aggregate to Atletico Madrid after a dramatic comeback attempt that saw them level the tie with 20 minutes left. Flick praised the players' effort, noting the team's resilience and the quality of the performance.

Despite the loss, Flick highlighted key positives, such as Bernal and Cubarsi's displays, and acknowledged injuries to Kounde and Balde. He urged the squad to focus on recovery and upcoming fixtures in La Liga and the Champions League.