Barcelona head Hansi Flick got a reward for his stars after their incredible 4-0 win in El Clasico Real Madrid.
La Blaugrana return to Catalonia with a six-point lead at the top The League on the back of one of his biggest nights in Madrid.
Despite the pressure of going home to the defending Spanish champions, without a league win in Madrid since 2022, Flick's charges have thrived under the microscope.
A scrappy first half burst into life after the break with four goals as Barcelona just broke away late.
Flick could not hide his pleasure and excitement for another major step taken by his emerging team and the German coach confirmed an extra day for his players to celebrate and recover.
“When I started here, I wanted to create an environment where the players could give their best. Their mentality is brilliant,” he said at full time.
“It wasn't easy today, but we defended very well. We have to continue on this path.
“We can now go home and celebrate this victory. I have given the players two more days off.”
The team is expected to return to training on October 29 ahead of their next game as they face a derby at home with Spanish on the 3rd of November.
