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Hansi Flick has been recognised as La Liga’s Coach of the Year for the 2025-26 season after leading Barcelona to back-to-back league titles. The German tactician earned the top honour by guiding the Catalan side to their second successive domestic triumph, taking full advantage of Real Madrid’s turbulent campaign.

A record-breaking domestic season for Barcelona

La Liga’s official announcement on Wednesday confirmed that Flick triumphed over Getafe’s Jose Bordalas and Villarreal’s Marcelino in the final voting round. Under Flick’s guidance, Barcelona concluded the season with an impressive 94 points, underlining their dominance. The Blaugrana scored 95 goals and suffered only six defeats in 38 league fixtures. Remarkably, they became the first team to win all 19 home matches in a single 38-game season, a feat that highlighted their consistency and Flick’s tactical imprint.

Outstanding numbers despite European setbacks

Across all competitions this season, Flick’s Barcelona played 57 matches, registering 44 victories, three draws, and 10 losses. While domestic form was nearly flawless, European difficulties persisted. For the second year running, Barcelona fell short in the Champions League, bowing out in the quarter-finals against Atletico Madrid. Despite that disappointment, Flick’s domestic dominance has remained undisputed, reinforcing his credentials as one of Europe’s elite managers.

Real Madrid’s disarray amplifies Flick’s success

Barcelona’s achievements under Flick were further highlighted by the chaotic situation at Real Madrid. While the Catalans enjoyed stability and success, Madrid endured a nightmare season, ending without a single trophy. Internal conflicts, dressing room unrest, and managerial upheaval plagued the club. Xabi Alonso’s short-lived tenure ended midway through the season, and Alvaro Arbeloa’s appointment failed to bring improvement. The result was a trophyless campaign for the capital club, who are now expected to usher in a new era under Jose Mourinho, set for a much-talked-about return to the Bernabeu.

Eyes set on European glory next season

As the season concludes, Flick and his players will enjoy a short break before turning their attention to the next challenge. Having conquered Spain once again, Barcelona’s immediate goal will be to translate their domestic brilliance into European success. Flick’s focus will now shift to delivering the long-coveted Champions League title, which would seal his legacy and define this era in the club’s illustrious history.