Flick deflects Real Madrid refereeing talk ahead of Galatasaray clash
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick refused to comment on Real Madrid's refereeing complaints ahead of Tuesday's Champions League match against Galatasaray, deflecting questions about rivals and their star player Vinicius Jr. Flick declined to address Real Madrid's statement condemning officiating in their derby defeat to Atletico Madrid, saying he never answers questions about other teams and urging respect for Galatasaray. He also dismissed inquiries about Vinicius Jr's availability for the October 25 El Clasico with an ironic retort. Barcelona arrived in Istanbul with a 22-man squad, missing Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong, Andreas Christensen, and Roony Bardghji through injury. The team seeks to build on a 5-1 Champions League opening win over Feyenoord, while leading La Liga with a perfect 24-point record.