Flick backs Barcelona to match Real Madrid and PSG despite recent defeats

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick says his side are operating at the same level as Real Madrid and Paris St-Germain, despite recent losses to both clubs.

Flick was speaking after Barcelona’s defeats by Paris St-Germain and Real Madrid, with the Catalan club preparing for their next Champions League fixture.

Barcelona host Aston Villa in the fourth round of the league phase on 3 November. The match will kick off at 23:00 Moscow time.