Pere Romeu: “We don’t get frustrated” after 4-2 win vs Atlético

FC Barcelona beat Atlético Madrid 4-2 in Liga F, in a match that demanded much more than the final score. The Catalans had to respond after an early 0-1, compete against a well-organised opponent and, above all, adjust to a lengthy injury/absence list that forced Pere Romeu to reshape his plan.

Absences and emergency solutions

Romeu pointed out the defensive impact: there were no available centre-backs due to the injuries of Irene Paredes and Renee van Asten, with further absences including Aitana Bonmatí, Clara Serrajordi and Laia Aleixandri. Even with the difficulties, the team stayed on track. “We don’t get frustrated or obsessed,” Romeu said after the game.

He also stressed the mentality he wants: “We are an insistent team, and we don’t mind being behind on the scoreboard.” Barça didn’t unravel after the early goal from Allegra. Vicky López equalised before halftime, finishing a move set up with a precise cross from Graham Hansen. After the break, the lead changed hands: Esmée Brugts made it 2-1, Atlético levelled again, then Graham Hansen put Barça ahead 3-2 and Brugts sealed it with the fourth.

Insistence and “keep testing”

The win keeps Barça perfect with nine points from three Liga F matches: 13 goals scored and just two conceded. Vicky López echoed the theme of togetherness under pressure: “What’s important and beautiful about this team is that we know how to suffer and get through adversity together,” adding that players asked to step into other roles “don’t complain”.

Brugts, who scored twice, said she was especially happy given the circumstances: “It’s hard to beat Atlético, and even more so with a starting XI in different positions.” Looking ahead, Romeu said they will keep experimenting in training and won’t close off options: “Training is for trying things. We’ll keep insisting with players. I’m not closing it off.”

Next for Barça is the league trip on Friday, 18 September to face Alavés. Then, ahead of the Champions League, they play on Wednesday, 23 September against Paris FC Féminines. As Mundo Deportivo reports, the result underlined Barça’s collective response despite the absences and the quality of Atlético’s challenge.