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Hansi Flick Banned for El Clasico; Barcelona Boss Sees Red Over 4 Minutes of Stoppage Time

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 3 weeks ago | Oct 19, 2025 12:13 am IST
Hansi Flick Banned for El Clasico; Barcelona Boss Sees Red Over 4 Minutes of Stoppage Time

Just when you thought the build-up to El Clasico couldn’t get any spicier, it just did. FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick got himself sent off during a dramatic 2-1 victory over Girona on Saturday, October 18, 2025, and now he’s officially banned from the touchline for the massive clash against Real Madrid on October 26.

Key Takeaways

  • Hansi Flick received a red card for angrily protesting the referee’s decision on stoppage time.
  • The ban means he will miss Barcelona’s huge El Clasico match against Real Madrid on October 26.
  • The incident happened when the fourth official showed only four minutes of added time while the score was level.
  • Flick has also dismissed recent reports of disciplinary ‘double standards’ at the club as “rubbish.”

So, What Exactly Went Down?

Look, the tension was sky-high. Barcelona was locked in a tight battle with Girona, and the clock was ticking down. The fourth official held up the board showing only four minutes of stoppage time, and Flick absolutely lost it. He was visibly furious, protesting the decision with the score still level. His outburst earned him a red card, sending him to the stands.

Ironically, his team grabbed the winner right after. Ronald Araujo scored in the 93rd or 94th minute, securing a vital 2-1 win that temporarily shot Barcelona to the top of the La Liga table. A dramatic win, but it came at a huge cost.

Flick’s Side of the Story

But honestly, what did Flick have to say for himself? He claims it was all a misunderstanding. “I didn’t do anything against anyone,” he insisted after the match. He even claimed he wasn’t aware of why he received the second yellow card that led to his dismissal. According to Flick, he was simply applauding to cheer on his players. The referee clearly saw it differently.

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Shutting Down the Rumors

As if the red card drama wasn’t enough, Flick is also fighting fires on another front. He’s publicly slammed recent media reports alleging double standards in his disciplinary approach. Rumors were swirling that sporting director Deco stepped in to stop Lamine Yamal from being punished for being late. This was contrasted with Marcus Rashford, who was famously benched for a similar offense.

Flick didn’t mince words. He called the reports “rubbish.” It’s clear he wants to project an image of total control, but these stories, combined with a touchline ban for the biggest game of the season, aren’t helping.

What This Means for El Clasico

Think about it. Barcelona is heading into the lion’s den against Real Madrid without their general on the sideline. El Clasico is a pressure cooker at the best of times. Not having your manager there to give instructions and rally the troops is a massive disadvantage. You’ll see him in the stands, but it’s just not the same.

So, can Barcelona pull off a win without their boss on the touchline? Let us know what you think. This just made the world’s biggest rivalry even more unpredictable.