Story byGerard Pique dismisses criticism of Hansi Flick and Barcelona – “There has been a lot more noise than what is really happening”Football EspanaMon, December 8, 2025 at 11:37 AM UTC·2 min readIn recent weeks, much has been made of Hansi Flick and Barcelona, with criticism having come their way after disappointing results in the Champions League. The German hit back at the noise himself, and he has now been defended by club icon Gerard Pique. Speaking on Moeve Futbol Zone (via Sport), Pique was asked about how he sees Barcelona. He believes his former club are well-set to compete on all fronts this season, including the Champions League. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“I think there has been a lot more noise than what is really happening on the pitch.