Barcelona have a chance to reclaim top spot in the La Liga table on Monday against Rayo Vallecano, thanks in large part to Real Madrid dropping two points with a draw away to Osasuna on Saturday.
There was a major talking point in that game involving Jude Bellingham, who was sent off for dissent after allegedly telling the referee “f*** you”. Bellingham and Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti disputed the allegations, claiming Bellingham said “f*** off” in frustration with his own play instead.
Barça manager Hansi Flick was asked about the incident in a press conference on Sunday and did not buy Bellingham’s explanation, calling the player’s act disrespectful and stressing that his own players should not argue with referees.