
Barcelona lost to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinal, exiting 3-2 on aggregate despite winning the second leg 2-1. Coach Hansi Flick believes the young squad, led by 18-year-old Lamine Yamal, will improve from the defeat. Barcelona conceded 20 goals in 12 Champions League matches this season without a clean sheet. The club maintains a nine-point La Liga lead over Real Madrid.