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Barcelona
/ 371 days agoMarquez to bide his time: Barcelona make decision on next boss
Reports indicate that certain Barcelona players want head coach Xavi to step down, which has led to a tense scenario in the Blaugrana dressing room. These whispers began after their 1-0 UEFA Champions League Group Stage Matchday 4 loss to Shakhtar on Nov. 7. Most recently, after witnessing his Barcelona squad fight to a La […]
European Super League
/ 371 days agoExplained: What the European Super League ruling means
An official ruling in the much-anticipated case involving the European Super League (ESL) has come to light. The European Court of Justice declared that UEFA and FIFA abused their positions in attempting to block the ESL from forming. The two governing bodies of the sport acted unlawfully by threatening to sanction clubs for joining the […]
Barcelona
/ 371 days agoBarcelona's Xavi applauds Club America on title before friendly
Barcelona does not have much time for rest before its December friendly against Club America in Dallas. The club's game at the Cotton Bowl is the day after Barcelona had a LaLiga win over Almeria. Knowing that, the Spanish side scheduled this match, nonetheless. It is a quick return for Barcelona in more ways than […]
Barcelona
/ 376 days agoBarcelona may sell star to fund move for Newcastle midfielder
Barcelona are reportedly already looking to part ways with superstar striker Robert Lewandowski. The Catalan club signed the Poland international back in the summer of 2022 for just under $50 million. Lewandowski lit up LaLiga by scoring 23 goals and adding seven assists during the 2022/23 season. He was even in the division's Team of […]
Barcelona
/ 377 days agoEx-teammate of Xavi lined up to replace him at Barcelona
Current Barcelona manager Xavi is under intense pressure, and the club is contemplating replacing him with another of their legendary former players. There has been much conjecture over the future of the Spanish manager due to his poor performance this season at the Camp Nou. Following his appointment as manager in November 2021, Xavi led […]
Barcelona
/ 377 days agoDe Jong agent denies claims that Barcelona star faked illness
The agent of Frenkie de Jong poured cold water on a recent story claiming that the Barcelona midfielder faked an illness earlier this week. The Netherlands international was absent from Barcelona's trip to Belgium on Wednesday to face Royal Antwerp. The Spanish side eventually suffered a shock defeat in the game thanks to a late […]
Barcelona
/ 378 days agoBarcelona brass allegedly losing confidence in manager Xavi
Barcelona head coach Xavi is quickly losing confidence in the side's hierarchy as manager. The Catalan side recorded a rare loss at home to LaLiga leaders Girona on December 10th. They were then also shockingly beaten by Royal Antwerp in Champions League play this week. As a result of the recent stumbles, Xavi is in […]
Barcelona
/ 379 days agoLaLiga: Girona to get lesser prize money regardless of outcome
After a dominant 4-2 win against Barcelona on Sunday, Girona regained first place in LaLiga and cemented their position as championship contenders. As Barcelona slipped further behind in the championship race, Girona snatched three points with another masterpiece in exciting play and good defense. The White and Reds are some of Europe's best soccer teams, […]
Barcelona
/ 380 days agoBarcelona ailing opens the door for Girona to succeed in LaLiga
While Barcelona struggles to find any thread of consistency in the 2023/24 LaLiga campaign, Girona has risen as the latest team to challenge for the title. Girona, which was in La Segunda, or the second division of Spain, just two seasons ago, leads LaLiga. Its recent 4-2 win at Barcelona allowed the Blanquivermells to open a […]
Atletico Madrid
/ 382 days agoLaporta unveils innovative strategy to sign Felix and Cancelo
Joao Cancelo and Joao Felix are on loan at Barcelona, but president Joan Laporta is certain that the club can hang on to them. After spending much of the summer attempting to finalize a deal, Barcelona finally succeeded on deadline day to acquire Cancelo. The Portuguese had an abrupt decline in favor at Manchester City […]
Barcelona
/ 382 days agoLewandowski outlines retirement plans amid goal drought
Robert Lewandowski, Barcelona’s star striker, spoke up about his future intentions, including his playing career goals, coaching aspirations, and when he wants to finish his playing career. The eight-year commitment with Bundesliga powerhouse Bayern Munich came to an end in the summer of 2022 when the Polish striker joined Barcelona. Throughout his 375 appearances for […]
Barcelona
/ 385 days agoCity bid for Messi in 2008: Missed chance led to another transfer
After acquiring Manchester City in 2008, the powerful Abu Dhabi owners wasted little time getting to work. Instantly, the club made an effort to recruit the top players in the globe. The Citizens’ new owners had lofty goals. At the time, the team was performing in the middle of the Premier League table. They were […]
Atletico Madrid
/ 386 days agoAccusations of referee spying lead to bizarre fine for Barcelona
Controversy ensued after Barcelona's victory against Atletico Madrid on Sunday. In last weekend’s Matchday 15 of La Liga play in Spain, Barcelona edged over Atletico Madrid by a hair. Assisted by Raphinha, Joao Felix scored the game-winning goal from close range in the 28th minute. Xavi Hernandez’s players rose to 34 points, putting them in […]
Barcelona
/ 389 days agoEx-Barca player unveils peculiar Messi rule enforced in training
According to a former Blaugrana defender, an odd regulation that Barcelona instituted during Lionel Messi’s tenure there was put in place to safeguard him. Starting his career in Barcelona’s youth program, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner went on to win a slew of trophies. All while cementing his place in history as one of the […]
Atletico Madrid
/ 390 days agoThis means war: Felix slams Atletico and Simeone before clash
This week, Joao Felix, a striker for Barcelona, finally scored after a lengthy goal drought. Coming up on Sunday in La Liga, his parent club Atletico Madrid will be visiting the Catalan city. So, the timing seems a little too coincidental. With his winning goal against Porto, the Portuguese forward advanced the Blaugrana to the […]