Barcelona are into the Champions League semifinals — and while the journey there wasn’t perfect, head coach Hansi Flick is full of pride.

Following a dramatic 5-3 aggregate victory over Borussia Dortmund in the quarterfinals, Flick admitted that his team didn’t deliver their best performance across both legs, but was thrilled with their progress to the next stage of Europe’s premier competition.

“This was not our best match, but we achieved our goal,” Flick said, summing up the feeling in the Barcelona camp. The tie against Dortmund proved to be far from straightforward, with moments of brilliance from both sides and plenty of tension for fans to endure.

Flick didn’t hold back in giving credit to the opposition either, recognising the challenge Dortmund presented.

“Dortmund is a great team,” he said, acknowledging the fierce contest and the quality of the opponent.

But while there were nerves and moments of doubt, the outcome speaks volumes. Barcelona are now just one step away from the Champions League final — a feat that brings immense joy to everyone associated with the club.

“The Champions League is the best tournament in the world, and when you reach the semis, it’s great for the club, for the team, and for us as well. It’s fantastic,” Flick added, capturing the emotional weight of this accomplishment.

His words reflect not only the relief of overcoming a difficult opponent but also the excitement of what lies ahead. For a club that has endured recent European disappointments, reaching the semifinal stage feels like a major turning point.