“Never experienced a comeback like this” – Hansi Flick reacts to Raphinha’s last-minute winner in 5-4 victory against Benfica

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was full of praise for skipper Raphinha and his side's brilliant display in a 5-4 comeback win over Benfica.

“Never experienced a comeback like this” – Hansi Flick reacts to Raphinha’s last-minute winner in 5-4 victory against Benfica

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was left stunned at a Raphinha-inspired 5-4 comeback win over Benfica. (via YouTube)

FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was left in utter shock after the club claimed a stunning 5-4 comeback victory over Benfica. He praised skipper Raphinha following the Brazilian forward’s 96th minute strike, which sealed the win for the Catalan side.

Brazilian winger Raphinha is enjoying the best form of his life, having led Barcelona to newer heights under the guidance of manager Flick. The 28-year-old winger has scored an illustrious 22 goals and provided nine assists in 30 appearances for the club this season. Moreover, he has created an impact in crucial matches for the club, including their Spanish Supercopa final win against Real Madrid.

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The ex-Leeds United forward scored twice against Benfica as Barcelona booked their place in the UCL last 16. The Blaugrana staged an impressive comeback, from 4-2 down to win 5-4. Raphinha’s winning goal was a spectacular one, a low strike on a counter-attack, just four minutes into injury time. Manager Hansi Flick was left in utter shock upon Raphinha rounding out his side’s impressive comeback.

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While terming the match as a baffling one, manager Flick highlighted the club’s winning mentality as a positive thing. Speaking after the match, he exclaimed that such matches make football a sport people love all around the world. While singling out Raphinha as the club’s best performer, he also noted Barcelona’s poor defensive display throughout the first half of the match.

It was a crazy game. The most positive thing was the mentality we had. We came back and it was wonderful… I don’t think I’ve ever experienced a comeback like this. It’s incredible.

Hansi Flick to reporters (via Barcelona.com)

Moreover, the German manager added that his side would need to turn its attention towards its upcoming matches. The club aims to go on top of the La Liga table. Barca are currently third, seven points behind league leaders Real Madrid.

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Thierry Henry lashes out at Barcelona manager Hansi Flick despite stunning 5-4 comeback victory

Barcelona staged a miraculous comeback against Benfica in the Champions League, scoring twice in the dying minute to win all three points. The Catalan club claimed an impressive 5-4 victory, making it six wins out of seven in the UCL this season.

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Ex-Barcelona forward Thierry Henry lashed out at current club manager Hansi Flick for the team’s dismal defensive display in a 5-4 win over Benfica (via Reddit)

While others praised the club’s impressive display, ex-Barcelona forward Thierry Henry was far from satisfied. The player-turned-football pundit criticized Barca’s in-game management, which led to them conceding three first half goals. Moreover, he highlighted manager Hansi Flick’s role, exclaiming that the German should be unhappy with the team’s display despite the win.

As a coach, when I would have arrived in the dressing room, I would not be happy with what has happened… The comeback and that you have done well, but conceding four goals is not normal.

Theirry Henry on Hansi Flick (via CBS Sports)

Therefore, it remains to be seen what lies ahead for the German manager and his side. Barca’s win over Benfica marked Flick’s 22nd victory this season. He now enjoys an excellent winning record of 70.9 percent.