Overview
- Barcelona finished with ten men after Ronald Araújo was sent off near halftime, preceding an own goal by Jules Koundé and second‑half strikes from Estevao and Liam Delap.
- Match data underscored Chelsea’s control, with a 15–5 shot advantage, 54% possession and more ball recoveries, while Barcelona’s 53‑game scoring streak ended.
- Flick promised supporters they will soon see a different Barcelona and called for greater aggression, later labeling Araújo’s dismissal avoidable and saying he must guide the player better.
- Joan García and Eric García admitted Barcelona were outmatched in intensity and pressing, stressing the need to compete better in duels and second balls in high‑level games.
- The result continued a poor run against top opponents this season, and local reports said Flick was very annoyed in the dressing room and canceled the next day’s training session.