Toni Kroos praises Barcelona after El Clasico win.
Speaking on his podcast Einfach mal Luppen, the veteran midfielder said he never felt comfortable when Madrid were 2-0 up and praised Barça’s composure and mentality under Hansi Flick.
✅ Key Takeaways:
- “Even at 2-0, I Had Doubts”
The Real Madrid star admitted he never felt in control—Barcelona’s resilience had him worried. - “No Fear of Losing” – A Compliment That Cuts Deep
Kroos said Flick’s Barça plays without fear, something Madrid failed to exploit. - Barça’s Numbers Back the Hype
With 167 goals this season and an xG of 60.8, the stats prove it’s not just talk.
Flick’s Barça Made Real Madrid Nervous
Kroos didn’t mince words. Even with Madrid 2-0 up, he never felt safe. That’s not something you expect from a five-time Champions League winner.
“Even after the 2-0 win, I had doubts that the game would go in Real Madrid’s favour,” Kroos said on his podcast Einfach mal Luppen. “It was a blessing to be 2-0 up.”
A blessing? That’s what you say when you know you got lucky. That’s telling.
The result wasn’t just a win. It was a statement. Barça didn’t just beat Madrid 4-3—they flipped the script. They looked calm, composed, and completely unbothered.
Flick’s Barça Isn’t Built Like Xavi’s
There’s no identity crisis anymore. This team doesn’t panic. Doesn’t freeze. Doesn’t care about the score.
“They keep playing as if nothing had happened. There’s no fear of losing,” Kroos said.
Under Flick, Barça plays like a team with nothing to lose and everything to prove. They’re bold on the ball. They press without mercy. And they don’t drop their heads even when things get ugly.
Kroos pointed out:
“They have a lot of ease with the ball. Madrid didn’t come in with the greatest confidence… and what’s surprising is that they didn’t take advantage after that.”
That “ease” is deadly. It’s something most teams can’t buy. Confidence on the ball even when you’re behind separates contenders from champions.
Source : Mundo Deportivo
Numbers Don’t Lie: Barça Is Back
Barça’s numbers this season back up everything Kroos said. They’ve scored 167 goals in all competitions—that’s 3 goals per game on average. In La Liga, they’ve scored 95 and conceded 36, for a goal difference of +42. According to FBref, their xG is 86.0 and xGA is 37.6—so both attack and defence are firing.
The goals are spread across the front line. Robert Lewandowski has 40 (25 in La Liga), Raphinha has 34 and Ferran Torres has 19. These numbers from Wikipedia’s season overview show this is no one-man show.
And it’s not just the forwards scoring.
What This Means Going Forward
Barça doesn’t just want the La Liga title. They want control. They want fear. And right now they’re getting it—from Madrid, from Kroos, and from anyone who watched that game.
If Flick keeps this up, this Barça won’t just win games—they’ll dominate eras.
Final Words On What Toni Kroos says
Kroos’ remarks reflect a growing recognition of Barcelona’s resurgence under Hansi Flick. With the La Liga title now secured and momentum on their side, Barça’s focus will shift to building sustained dominance. For their rivals, the message is clear—this Barcelona team is no longer in transition. It’s already delivering results.
