Hansi Flick praises Barcelona after Spanish Super Cup winning performance over Real Madrid

Goals from Raphinha, who scored twice, and Robert Lewandowski secured the trophy for the Catalans.

âœIt's fantastic. When you play in a final, and even more so in a Clásico, it's fantastic to win. I'm very proud of the match. I have seen the players dancing in the dressing room. I think we were fantastic.

"Throughout the match, we played in our style. It hasn't been easy but we fought together, as a team. And that's it," Flick told reporters after the game.

Flick singled out Raphinha for his match-winning performance. âœHis mentality is incredible. He missed the first opportunity and, at the moment, he made it 1-0. He has gained confidence. Rafa, on the pitch, puts a lot of intensity," he added.

The Barcelona boss was also pleased to see Ronald Araujo return from a six-week absence. The Uruguayan defender came on as a late substitute, and Flick highlighted his importance both on and off the pitch. âœWinning this title and being back on the pitch means a lot to him. We are always supporting him. He is an important player in the dressing room, a good player," Flick said.

When asked whether the Super Cup victory could give Barcelona a psychological boost for the season, Flick was measured but positive. âœWe don't know because the situations are different. Last season we were a few points behind in the table; and now we are ahead. But when you see the team, you have a good feeling.

"I haven't said it but, again, I want to emphasise that the players who came on in the second half were important. That's the spirit of the team and that's what I like the most."

Barcelona now turn their attention back to Thursdays Copa del Rey match at Racing Santander and after that Barcelona clash against Real Sociedad in La Liga on Sunday at the Anoeta Stadium.

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