Barcelona coach Hansi Flick was angry at letting a two-goal lead slip against Atlético Madrid but happy with the overall performance as Tuesday’s Copa del Rey semifinal first leg ended in a remarkable 4-4 draw.
John McGinn’s early goal led surging Aston Villa to a club-record 15th consecutive home Premier League victory on Saturday, a breathless 1-0 win over Arsenal that prevented Mikel Arteta’s Gunners from reclaiming top spot in the table.
While all involved in Barcelona’s football operation are focused on Saturday’s Clásico vs. Real Madrid, others are busy finding fresh income streams for the financially stricken club.