Spanish football has been rocked by what many are calling the boldest statement of the season. FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has fired a verbal missile at Real Oviedo, a historic club currently enduring a rough spell in LaLiga 2025/26. Speaking bluntly and without restraint, Flick declared that defeating Oviedo en route to the title would be “too easy,” citing their poor recent form as evidence. In their last five matches, Oviedo have scraped just one win and one draw, suffering three defeats with a meager return of two goals scored and eight conceded. For Flick, those numbers prove his rivals’ vulnerability beyond doubt.
The German coach’s remarks echoed across Spain: “Oviedo are in total crisis, no question. If they’ve struggled against Villarreal, Real Madrid, Getafe, and Elche, what chance do they have against us? Barcelona exists to win trophies—we won’t show mercy.” His words, dripping with confidence and arrogance, were taken as a declaration of war—not just against the Asturian side, but against anyone who dares to doubt Barça’s might.
Yet what no one saw coming was the swift and cutting reply from Real Oviedo’s talisman, Salomón Rondón. The Venezuelan striker, famed for his grit and directness, needed no press conference or long statement. Just ten words, sharp as a knife, turned the spotlight back on Barcelona: “They underestimate us now, but football always collects its debts.”
That one-liner exploded across social media. Oviedo supporters hailed Rondón’s defiance, while Barcelona fans mocked the response, confident their coach is correct. Headlines soon multiplied—some praising Rondón’s courage in crisis, others warning that Flick’s pride could backfire badly if Barça stumble.
Now, the stage is set for a clash loaded with tension and symbolism. Barcelona enter as overwhelming favorites, boasting a star-studded squad and burning ambition to wrest domestic dominance from Real Madrid. Oviedo, meanwhile, cling to pride, resilience, and the belief that in football, nothing is preordained. Rondón’s words have lit a spark that could transform their image from underdogs into warriors ready to shock the giants.
All of Spain now waits with equal parts intrigue and excitement: will Flick’s prediction come true with a ruthless Barça display, or will Oviedo write a heroic chapter by silencing the German coach? One thing is certain—this match has already transcended football to become a battle of pride, provocation, and destiny.
