Barcelona's 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium was overshadowed by their elimination from the UEFA Champions League. Dani Olmo, who was named MVP, expressed disappointment over the result and pointed to officiating decisions, particularly involving referee Clément Turpin, as factors that contributed to their exit. He acknowledged the need for the young team to learn and improve, stating, “They’re not going to give us anything. In fact, they’re going to take things away from us.” Olmo also discussed how small details, both tactical and officiating-related, played a significant role in the match's outcome. Frenkie de Jong echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the team's effort and the fine margins that decided the tie. He remarked, “We played a very good game... but I feel that luck wasn’t on our side.” Both players expressed optimism about the future of Barcelona's project under coach Hansi Flick, asserting that despite the disappointment, they are on the right track and must continue to push forward.