History of Hansi Flick in Timeline

Hansi Flick is a highly regarded German football manager, currently managing La Liga club Barcelona. A former player himself, Flick has established a reputation as one of the best managers globally. His tactical acumen and leadership skills have been widely praised, leading to considerable success throughout his career.

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February 1965: Hansi Flick's birth

In February 1965, Hans-Dieter "Hansi" Flick was born. He is now a German professional football manager and former player.

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May 1983: Played for Germany under-18 team

In May 1983, Hansi Flick made two appearances for the Germany under-18 team, in the group stage of the 1983 UEFA European Under-18 Championship.

1985: Played for Bayern Munich

In 1985, Hansi Flick started playing for Bayern Munich.

1987: Played in the 1987 European Cup Final

In 1987, Hansi Flick played in the European Cup Final for Bayern Munich.

1990: Played for Bayern Munich

In 1990, Hansi Flick was still playing for Bayern Munich.

1993: Retired from professional football

In 1993, Hansi Flick retired from professional football due to injuries.

1994: Played with Victoria Bammental

In 1994, Hansi Flick started playing with Victoria Bammental.

1996: Began managerial career

In 1996, Hansi Flick's managerial career began as a player-manager of Victoria Bammental.

1997: Managerial Role at Victoria Bammental

In 1997, Hansi Flick was still manager of Victoria Bammental.

July 2000: Manager of TSG 1899 Hoffenheim

In July 2000, Hansi Flick became the manager of TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.

2000: Became manager of TSG 1899 Hoffenheim

In 2000, Hansi Flick became the manager of TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, a fourth-division side.

2000: Last spell as footballer

In 2000, Hansi Flick finished his last spell as a footballer with Victoria Bammental.

2002: Won North Baden Cup

In 2002, Hansi Flick won the North Baden Cup as manager of TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.

2003: Graduated from German Sport University Cologne

In 2003, Hansi Flick graduated first in his class from the German Sport University Cologne, gaining his top coaching credentials.

November 2005: Released from duties at TSG 1899 Hoffenheim

In November 2005, Hansi Flick was released from duties at TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.

2005: Left TSG 1899 Hoffenheim

In 2005, Hansi Flick departed from TSG 1899 Hoffenheim after leading the team to promotion to the Regionalliga Süd.

August 2006: Named assistant coach for Germany

In August 2006, Hansi Flick was named the assistant coach for Germany.

2006: Assistant coach of the German national team

In 2006, Hansi Flick became the assistant coach of the German national team under Joachim Löw.

June 2008: Technical German manager

In June 2008, Hansi Flick was technically the German manager for the UEFA Euro 2008 quarter final against Portugal.

2010: Third at the 2010 FIFA World Cup

In 2010, Hansi Flick finished third at the 2010 FIFA World Cup as assistant coach of Germany.

2012: Reached the semi-finals at the UEFA Euro 2012

In 2012, Hansi Flick reached the semi-finals at the UEFA Euro 2012 as assistant coach of Germany.

2014: Became sporting director at the German Football Association (DFB)

In 2014, Hansi Flick became the sporting director at the German Football Association (DFB) after the 2014 World Cup.

2014: Victory at the 2014 FIFA World Cup

In 2014, Hansi Flick contributed to Germany's victory at the 2014 FIFA World Cup as assistant coach.

January 2017: End of term as sporting director at the German Football Association (DFB)

In January 2017, Hansi Flick's term as sporting director at the German Football Association (DFB) came to an end.

2017: Appointed sporting director of Hoffenheim

In 2017, Hansi Flick was appointed sporting director of Hoffenheim, but his contract was terminated after just eight months.

2017: Served as the sporting director of the DFB

In 2017, Hansi Flick's tenure as the sporting director of the German Football Association (DFB) concluded.

July 2019: Joined Bayern Munich as an assistant coach

In July 2019, Hansi Flick joined Bundesliga club Bayern Munich as an assistant coach, under the management of Niko Kovač.

November 2019: Made Interim Manager Following Kovač's Departure

In November 2019, Hansi Flick was made interim manager of Bayern Munich following the departure of Niko Kovač.

November 2019: Promoted to interim manager

In November 2019, Hansi Flick was promoted to the interim manager position at Bayern Munich.

December 2019: Remained manager until the end of season

In December 2019, Bayern Munich announced that Hansi Flick would remain manager until the end of season.

2019: Treble winning season

During the 2019-20 season, Hansi Flick coached Bayern to a treble, the second treble in Bayern's history.

2019: Won Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal and UEFA Champions League

During the 2019–20 season, Hansi Flick successfully guided Bayern to win the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal and UEFA Champions League, thus completing the continental treble.

2019: Tactical Approach at Bayern Munich

In 2019, Hansi Flick used a 4–2–3–1 formation at Bayern Munich featuring a high defensive line.

February 2020: Unbeaten run begins

Between 16 February 2020 and 18 September 2020, Hansi Flick coached Bayern to 23 matches in a row across all competitions, a record in German professional football.

April 2020: New contract with Bayern Munich

In April 2020, Bayern Munich gave Hansi Flick a new contract lasting until 2023.

September 2020: Unbeaten run ends

Between 16 February 2020 and 18 September 2020, Hansi Flick coached Bayern to 23 matches in a row across all competitions, a record in German professional football.

October 2020: Won Europe's Coach of the Year

In October 2020, Hansi Flick won Europe's Coach of the Year, an award for the best coach in football in the major football leagues of Europe.

2020: German Football Manager of the Year

In 2020, Hansi Flick was named German Football Manager of the Year by sports magazine Kicker, and also won the UEFA Men's Coach of the Year Award.

2020: Began managing the Germany national team

On 25 May 2021, Hansi Flick signed a three-year contract from 1 August 2021 to serve as the manager of the Germany national team, after UEFA Euro 2020.

February 2021: Win Club World Cup

In February 2021, Hansi Flick led Bayern to win its first ever sextuple after winning Club World Cup.

April 2021: Announced desire to leave Bayern Munich

On 17 April 2021, Hansi Flick announced that he had told the club he wanted to leave at the end of the season and voiced his desire to coach the Germany national team.

May 2021: Signed a three-year contract with the German Football Association

On 25 May 2021, Hansi Flick signed a three-year contract from 1 August 2021 to serve as the manager of the Germany national team.

August 2021: Began managing the Germany national team

In August 2021, Hansi Flick started his tenure as the manager of the Germany national team.

September 2021: Won his first match as Germany's manager

On 2 September 2021, Hansi Flick won his first match 2–0 against Liechtenstein in a 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification match.

2021: Won FIFA Club World Cup and another Bundesliga title

In 2021, Hansi Flick led Bayern Munich to a FIFA Club World Cup title and another Bundesliga title.

June 2022: Became the third coach to stay undefeated in his first ten matches

On 4 June 2022, Germany drew 1–1 with Italy in the 2022–23 UEFA Nations League A, and thus Hansi Flick became the third coach to stay undefeated in his first ten matches.

2022: Led Germany to Qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup

In 2022, Hansi Flick led the Germany national team to qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

2022: Germany Eliminated in Group Stage of 2022 FIFA World Cup

In the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Germany was eliminated in the group stage for the second time in a row.

September 2023: Sacked as manager of Germany

On 10 September 2023, Hansi Flick was sacked as manager of Germany, a day after a 4–1 loss in a friendly against Japan.

2023: Dismissed as manager of Germany national team

In 2023, Hansi Flick was dismissed as manager of the Germany national team.

2023: New contract with Bayern Munich

In April 2020, Bayern Munich gave Hansi Flick a new contract lasting until 2023.

May 2024: Signed as head coach of Barcelona

On 29 May 2024, Hansi Flick signed as the new head coach of La Liga club Barcelona.

August 2024: Won his first league match as Barcelona manager

On 17 August 2024, Hansi Flick won his first league match as Barcelona manager, securing a 1–2 comeback victory against Valencia at the Mestalla.

October 2024: Barcelona's 4-0 Victory Over Real Madrid in El Clásico

On 26 October 2024, Hansi Flick's FC Barcelona secured a notable 4–0 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu in El Clásico. Real Madrid were caught offside 12 times, with Kylian Mbappé flagged eight times, leading to two disallowed goals.

2024: Led Barcelona to four victories over Real Madrid

During the 2024–25 season, Hansi Flick led Barcelona to an unprecedented four victories over Real Madrid in official competitions.

2024: Joined Spanish Club Barcelona

In 2024, Hansi Flick joined Spanish club Barcelona.

January 2025: Secured his first title with Barcelona

On 12 January 2025, Hansi Flick secured his first title with Barcelona by defeating Real Madrid in the Supercopa de España final.

April 2025: Guided Barcelona to a Copa del Rey victory

On 26 April 2025, Hansi Flick guided Barcelona to a 3–2 extra-time victory over Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final, securing the club's 32nd title in the competition.

May 2025: Achieved his first La Liga title with Barcelona

Following a 2–0 win over their rivals Espanyol on 15 May 2025, Hansi Flick achieved his first La Liga title with Barcelona.

May 2025: Signed a contract extension until 2027

On 21 May 2025, Hansi Flick signed a contract extension until 2027, solidifying his commitment to Barcelona.

May 2025: Managed Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan

On 30 April and 6 May 2025, Hansi Flick managed Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan. Despite being eliminated 7–6 on aggregate, his tactical approach received praise for its intensity and attacking intent.

2025: Flick's Marriage

As of 2025, Hansi Flick and his wife, Silke Flick, have been married for over 35 years. They have two daughters and two grandchildren.

June 2026: Contract end date with Barcelona

On 29 May 2024, Hansi Flick signed as the new head coach of La Liga club Barcelona on a contract until 30 June 2026.

2027: Signed a contract extension until 2027