Barcelona tries to get Spanish league campaign back on track - Sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona tries to get Spanish league campaign back on track - Sportstar

The Hindu  

So far, so good for Barcelona in the Champions League. The 2-1 win over Dynamo Kyiv on Wednesday left Barcelona comfortably ahead in Group G of the Champions League with nine points from three matches. "We have a good dynamic going in the Champions League, but we need to change things in the Spanish league,” veteran Barcelona defender Gerard Pique said after the win over Dynamo at the Camp Nou. We need to start winning matches to gain confidence and keep improving.” Barcelona is trying to keep Madrid from winning back-to-back league titles for the first time since 2007-08. “I don’t see any other team winning every game comfortably, but we know that when we play as a team we are tough to beat.” Atletico is coming off a draw at Lokomotiv Moscow in the Champions League on Tuesday but has won three in a row in the league, where it remains the only unbeaten team.

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Atletico Madrid snatch late win at Barca to top La Liga
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Atletico Madrid snatch late win at Barca to top La Liga

New Indian Express  

BARCELONA: Atletico Madrid came from behind to snatch a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Barcelona and claim leadership of La Liga on Saturday. Pedri sent the Catalans ahead but second-half goals from Rodrigo De Paul and Alexander Sorloth helped Diego Simeone's side move three points clear at the top of the table, having played one match fewer than Barca. Hansi Flick's …

La Liga 2024-25: Barcelona stunned by lowly Leganes in 1-0 home defeat
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

La Liga 2024-25: Barcelona stunned by lowly Leganes in 1-0 home defeat

The Hindu  

La Liga leader Barcelona lost 1-0 to Leganes on Sunday with defender Sergio Gonzalez’s early header enough to stun the wasteful host who lost its second consecutive league game in front of its own fans. Leganes took the lead from a corner after four minutes when visiting captain Gonzalez rose unmarked at the near post to fire an unstoppable header …

Barcelona grabs last quarterfinal spot in Women’s Champions League with 3-0 win in Stockholm
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Barcelona grabs last quarterfinal spot in Women’s Champions League with 3-0 win in Stockholm

Associated Press  

STOCKHOLM — Two-time defending champion Barcelona clinched the last quarterfinal spot in the Women’s Champions League by beating Hammarby 3-0 in Stockholm on Thursday. Ewa Pajor fired Barcelona ahead with two first-half goals from close range and Aitana Bonmatí finished it off 10 minutes before the final whistle. Following a 2-0 loss to Manchester City in the opening group stage …

UEFA Champions League: Manchester City's struggles continue after loss to Juventus; Barcelona beat Dortmund
4 weeks, 2 days ago

UEFA Champions League: Manchester City's struggles continue after loss to Juventus; Barcelona beat Dortmund

Firstpost  

Manchester City succumbed to yet another defeat after they went down 2-0 to Juventus in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. Manchester City’s with a 2-0 defeat away to Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday, while Pep Guardiola’s old club Barcelona beat Borussia Dortmund to clinch a spot in the knockout stage of Europe’s elite club competition. Juventus players …

Juventus deepen Man City crisis, Barcelona into Champions League knockouts
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Juventus deepen Man City crisis, Barcelona into Champions League knockouts

Hindustan Times  

Manchester City's crisis continued with a 2-0 defeat away to Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday, while Pep Guardiola's old club Barcelona beat Borussia Dortmund to clinch a spot in the knockout stage of Europe's elite club competition. Juventus' Weston McKennie celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates Arsenal, AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Lille, Feyenoord and Stuttgart were also …

Manchester City sinks further into crisis with defeat to Juventus in the Champions League
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4 weeks, 2 days ago

Manchester City sinks further into crisis with defeat to Juventus in the Champions League

CNN  

CNN — Manchester City’s ongoing crisis shows no sign of ending after Pep Guardiola’s side was beaten 2-0 away at Juventus in the Champions League. Claudia Greco/Reuters Ederson, Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Kevin De Bruyne, İlkay Gündoğan, Bernardo Silva, Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish all started against Juve and have played crucial roles in City’s success in recent season. In …

Champions League: Barcelona edge past Dortmund, Manchester City beaten again
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Champions League: Barcelona edge past Dortmund, Manchester City beaten again

India Today  

In a thrilling UEFA Champions League match on Wednesday, December 11, FC Barcelona secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund. Manchester City's woes continue In other Champions League matches, Juventus dealt a significant blow to Manchester City's hopes by winning 2-0. Dusan Vlahovic and Weston McKennie scored the goals for Juventus, with Vlahovic's header in the 53rd minute and …

Dortmund vs Barcelona H2H: BVB v FCB predicted line-ups, head-to-head before their UEFA Champions League clash
1 month ago

Dortmund vs Barcelona H2H: BVB v FCB predicted line-ups, head-to-head before their UEFA Champions League clash

The Hindu  

Manager Hansi Flick has urged La Liga leader Barcelona to “get back to what makes us unstoppable” against Borussia Dortmund, goalkeeper Inaki Pena told reporters on Tuesday. FOLLOW THE MATCH LIVE HERE: DORTMUND vs BARCELONA LIVE SCORE, UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE The team’s meet in the Champions League in Dortmund on Wednesday with both clubs among the pacesetters in the new …

Champions League 2024-25: Barcelona must learn from league stumbles, Flick says ahead of Dortmund meeting
1 month ago

Champions League 2024-25: Barcelona must learn from league stumbles, Flick says ahead of Dortmund meeting

The Hindu  

Barcelona can learn from the setbacks it has faced in its La Liga 2024-25 campaign and continue to improve, manager Hansi Flick said on Tuesday ahead of its Champions League meeting with Borussia Dortmund. The draw was not the ideal result ahead of a vital clash against Champions League regular Dortmund, but Flick said it was natural for teams to …

UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid snap losing run, Liverpool remain unbeaten
1 month ago

UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid snap losing run, Liverpool remain unbeaten

India Today  

Real Madrid ended their two-game losing streak in the Champions League with a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Serie A leaders Atalanta, while Liverpool maintained their winning run in the competition by downing Girona on Tuesday, December 10. Liverpool Maintain Perfect Record with Girona Victory Liverpool continued their flawless Champions League campaign, grinding out a 1-0 win at Girona. Bayern Munich …

Barcelona loses at home for the first time this season
1 month, 1 week ago

Barcelona loses at home for the first time this season

New Indian Express  

BARCELONA: Barcelona lost at home for the first time this season when the Liga leader was stunned by Las Palmas 2-1 on Saturday. Sandro Ramirez and Fábio Silva scored for the Canary Islands club on either side of Raphinha's equalizer to give Las Palmas its first win at Barcelona in more than 50 years. Barcelona played superbly in the first …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Flick praises ‘wonderful’ Barcelona after 3-0 win over Brest
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Flick praises ‘wonderful’ Barcelona after 3-0 win over Brest

The Hindu  

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick praised his players as they bounced back from consecutive LaLiga disappointments with what he described as a great performance to thump French side Brest 3-0 in their Champions League clash on Tuesday. Flick said on Monday that his side’s recent form was a major worry after they failed to win for a second successive LaLiga game, …

BAR 3-0 BRE Highlights, UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Robert Lewandowski’s brace helps Barcelona ease past Brest
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BAR 3-0 BRE Highlights, UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Robert Lewandowski’s brace helps Barcelona ease past Brest

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Barcelona vs Brest UEFA Champions League 2024-25 match played at the Olympic Stadium. LINEUPS Barcelona starting XI: Bizot, Lala, Cardinal, Chardonnet, Haidara, Camara, Fernandes, Magnetti, Sima, Ajorque, Doumbia Brest starting XI: Pena, Kounde, Cubarsi, Martinez, Martin, Casado, Pedri, Raphinha, Lopez, Olmo, Lewandowski HIGHLIGHTS PREVIEW Barcelona coach Hansi Flick warned his team it must stop …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Luis Enrique urges PSG to show resolve in Bayern clash
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Luis Enrique urges PSG to show resolve in Bayern clash

The Hindu  

Paris St Germain manager Luis Enrique has urged his side to be brave in Tuesday’s Champions League clash at Bayern Munich, admitting its stuttering start leaves no room for error. PSG is languishing just under the play-off section of the Champions League standings in 25th, having won one and lost two of its four matches to date. “It’s obvious that …

La Liga leaders Barca stumble in controversial defeat at Real Sociedad
2 months ago

La Liga leaders Barca stumble in controversial defeat at Real Sociedad

New Indian Express  

SAN SEBASTIAN: La Liga leaders Barcelona fell to a 1-0 defeat at Real Sociedad on Sunday as they had a Robert Lewandowski goal controversially disallowed. Sheraldo Becker's 33rd-minute goal consigned the Catalan giants to their second league defeat of the season, leaving Hansi Flick's side six points clear of second-placed Real Madrid, having played an extra match. Barcelona were without …

Barca puts on a scoring master class in Belgrade
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2 months ago

Barca puts on a scoring master class in Belgrade

China Daily  

Raphinha celebrates with Jules Kounde after scoring Barcelona's fourth goal. Robert Lewandowski netted twice to extend his scoring streak to 15 goals in his last 10 matches with the Catalan club, while an in-form Raphinha also scored for Barcelona, taking his recent Champions League tally to eight goals in his last six appearances. "We knew that Barcelona were in good …

Barca puts on a scoring master class in Belgrade
Top News
2 months ago

Barca puts on a scoring master class in Belgrade

China Daily  

Raphinha celebrates with Jules Kounde after scoring Barcelona's fourth goal. Robert Lewandowski netted twice to extend his scoring streak to 15 goals in his last 10 matches with the Catalan club, while an in-form Raphinha also scored for Barcelona, taking his recent Champions League tally to eight goals in his last six appearances. "We knew that Barcelona were in good …

Barca puts on a scoring master class in Belgrade
Top News
2 months ago

Barca puts on a scoring master class in Belgrade

China Daily  

Raphinha celebrates with Jules Kounde after scoring Barcelona's fourth goal. Robert Lewandowski netted twice to extend his scoring streak to 15 goals in his last 10 matches with the Catalan club, while an in-form Raphinha also scored for Barcelona, taking his recent Champions League tally to eight goals in his last six appearances. "We knew that Barcelona were in good …

Champions League 2024-25: Barcelona’s Flick lauds players’ focus after victory over Red Star
2 months ago

Champions League 2024-25: Barcelona’s Flick lauds players’ focus after victory over Red Star

The Hindu  

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick said he was pleased with his players’ focus and determination to earn a commanding 5-2 win at Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League on Wednesday. After a win that lifted Barca to sixth place in the 36-team Champions League table with nine points, having scored a competition-leading 15 goals in four games, Flick said he …

Barcelona’s attack keeps clicking and Catalan club earns another big Champions League win
2 months ago

Barcelona’s attack keeps clicking and Catalan club earns another big Champions League win

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Barcelona showed its attacking prowess yet again in another big Champions League win. Robert Lewandowski netted twice to extend his scoring streak to 15 goals in his last 10 matches with the Catalan club, while an in-form Raphinha also scored for Barcelona, taking his recent Champions League tally to eight goals in his last six appearances. “We …

Barcelona's Domination of Espanyol: A Match to Watch
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2 months, 1 week ago

Barcelona's Domination of Espanyol: A Match to Watch

The Hindu  

Barcelona is on a hot streak, but they face a stern Espanyol challenge in the upcoming La Liga match. Flick's men are brimming with confidence after their impressive 4-0 win against Real Madrid, but Espanyol's position in the table is far more precarious. With second-placed Real Madrid's game at Valencia postponed due to the floods, Barcelona can potentially extend their …

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Brazilian Showdown in La Liga
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Brazilian Showdown in La Liga

The Hindu  

Real Madrid and Barcelona are set to clash in a mouth-watering La Liga Clasico on Saturday. One day after Real Madrid's thrilling 5-2 victory over Dortmund, Barcelona secured a 4-1 win against Bayern, boosted by three goals from Raphinha. Both teams are vying for the La Liga title, and this clash promises to be a thrilling encounter. The match will …

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Battle of Legends, Set to Ignite the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Battle of Legends, Set to Ignite the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium

India TV News  

Real Madrid and Barcelona are set to clash in a highly anticipated La Liga derby on Saturday evening. The match marks the 43rd head-to-head meeting between the two giants, with Barcelona seeking to extend their unbeaten record against Real Madrid. Both teams boast impressive form in recent competitions, with Barcelona's dominance evident in their Champions League exploits. Real Madrid, on …

Real Madrid vs Dortmund: A Battle of Titans in the UEFA Champions League
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Dortmund: A Battle of Titans in the UEFA Champions League

The Hindu  

Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund will clash in the Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday, marking a rematch of last season's final. Dortmund leads the league stage with two wins, while Madrid suffered a 1-0 loss at Lille, their first defeat in the competition since 2022-23. Both teams have been impressive in Europe, with Dortmund's impressive performance against Celtic …

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund: A rematch for the ages, Barcelona faces Bayern in a clash of titans
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund: A rematch for the ages, Barcelona faces Bayern in a clash of titans

Firstpost  

A plethora of exciting matches await this week in the UEFA Champions League. Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund will clash in a rematch of the 2023-24 final, while Barcelona and Bayern Munich will battle it out in a clash of titans. Other notable matches include AC Milan vs Club Brugge, Arsenal vs Shakhtar Donetsk, and Juventus vs VfB Stuttgart.

Real Madrid gets Champions League final rematches with Liverpool, Dortmund in new format fixtures
4 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid gets Champions League final rematches with Liverpool, Dortmund in new format fixtures

Associated Press  

MONACO — The Champions League will have a series of rematches of recent finals in the bigger slate of games paired Thursday in the new format of European soccer’s signature competition. Real Madrid will have re-runs of its past three Champions League title wins, against Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund, in a revamped eight-game schedule for each team now the traditional …

Real Madrid win lifts Shakhtar into next Champions League. Dortmund loss means Eintracht miss out
7 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid win lifts Shakhtar into next Champions League. Dortmund loss means Eintracht miss out

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Real Madrid winning the Champions League title also was a victory for Shakhtar Donetsk and defeat for Borussia Dortmund also was a loss for Eintracht Frankfurt. Madrid’s 2-0 win Saturday in the final in London settled the last direct entries into the revamped 36-team Champions League lineup for next season. Had Dortmund beaten Madrid in the final, Germany …

Atletico Madrid moves closer to securing Champions League spot after beating Celta Vigo
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Atletico Madrid moves closer to securing Champions League spot after beating Celta Vigo

Associated Press  

MADRID — Atletico Madrid moved closer to securing the fourth and final Champions League spot with a 1-0 win over Celta Vigo in the Spanish league on Sunday. REAL MADRID CELEBRATES Real Madrid, which clinched its 36th league title last weekend, won 4-0 at Granada on Saturday. The celebrations did not take place last weekend because Madrid played Bayern Munich …

Real Madrid rally late to beat Bayern 2-1 and reach Champions League final
8 months ago

Real Madrid rally late to beat Bayern 2-1 and reach Champions League final

Hindustan Times  

After yet another magical night at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Real Madrid is back in the Champions League final. Real Madrid's Joselu, right, celebrates with his teammates after scoring his side's opening goal during the Champions League semifinal The 14-time European champion pulled off another thrilling comeback on Wednesday, rallying to defeat Bayern Munich 2-1 and reach the final for …

Real Madrid rallies late to beat Bayern 2-1 and reach another Champions League final
8 months ago

Real Madrid rallies late to beat Bayern 2-1 and reach another Champions League final

China Daily  

Real Madrid's Joselu and Nacho celebrate after beating Bayern Munich in the semi-final of the Champions League at Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain May 8, 2024. MADRID — After yet another magical night at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Real Madrid is back in the Champions League final. The 14-time European champion pulled off another thrilling comeback on Wednesday, rallying to defeat …

Real Madrid rallies late to beat Bayern 2-1 and reach another Champions League final
8 months ago

Real Madrid rallies late to beat Bayern 2-1 and reach another Champions League final

China Daily  

Real Madrid's Joselu and Nacho celebrate after beating Bayern Munich in the semi-final of the Champions League at Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain May 8, 2024. MADRID — After yet another magical night at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Real Madrid is back in the Champions League final. The 14-time European champion pulled off another thrilling comeback on Wednesday, rallying to defeat …

Real Madrid rallies late to beat Bayern 2-1 and reach another Champions League final
8 months ago

Real Madrid rallies late to beat Bayern 2-1 and reach another Champions League final

Associated Press  

MADRID — After yet another magical night at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Real Madrid is back in the Champions League final. Fans who push us on, a fantastic stadium, players who never stop believing — it’s simply something magical.” Bayern had taken the lead on an Alphonso Davies goal in the 68th — and then deep in stoppage time thought …

Real Madrid wins its record-extending 36th Spanish league title after Barcelona loses at Girona
8 months ago

Real Madrid wins its record-extending 36th Spanish league title after Barcelona loses at Girona

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Real Madrid put its Spanish rivals out of their misery by clinching the league title on Saturday with four games remaining, just in time to turn its full focus to its Champions League semifinal with Bayern Munich. That combination of results secured Madrid its record-extending 36th Spanish league title with Girona, which leapfrogged Barcelona into second place, …

Real Madrid vs Barcelona LIVE streaming info, La Liga: When, where to watch El Clasico, Predicted XI, Preview
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Barcelona LIVE streaming info, La Liga: When, where to watch El Clasico, Predicted XI, Preview

The Hindu  

Barcelona must dust itself down after its Champions League defeat to try and slow Real Madrid’s steady march towards the La Liga title in Sunday’s Clasico. FOLLOW MADRID VS BARCA EL CLASICO LIVE The Spanish champion can make a last stand by reeling Madrid’s lead in to five points at the Santiago Bernabeu, even if overhauling its arch-rival with seven …

Real Madrid hosts Barcelona eyeing decisive blow in Spanish league title race
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid hosts Barcelona eyeing decisive blow in Spanish league title race

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Real Madrid faces one last stumbling block in its waltz toward the Spanish league title. “If we manage to win it, we’ll be within touching distance of La Liga title,” Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Saturday. But Ancelotti said his players, while needing some extra rest in the meantime, will be ready for “a hard-fought and …

Champions League 2023-24 quarterfinal: Real Madrid faces Man City; PSG, Barca square off
9 months ago

Champions League 2023-24 quarterfinal: Real Madrid faces Man City; PSG, Barca square off

The Hindu  

Real Madrid vs. Manchester City. City is still in contention for back-to-back trebles after winning the Premier League title, Champions League and FA Cup last year. Premier League title-chasing Arsenal takes on a Bayern Munich team that is limping towards the end of a miserable campaign in the German league, while Atletico Madrid faces Borussia Dortmund. A modern classic ✨#UCLpic.twitter.com/N7n9VDlQyB …

Barcelona wins to set up Women’s Champions League semifinal vs. Chelsea. PSG advances to face Lyon
9 months, 1 week ago

Barcelona wins to set up Women’s Champions League semifinal vs. Chelsea. PSG advances to face Lyon

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Aitana Bonmatí led Barcelona to its sixth straight Women’s Champions League semifinals on Thursday, scoring the opening goal in a 3-1 win over Brann that sets up a last-four clash with Chelsea. Defender Tomine Svendheim cut the deficit 20 minutes from time before Patri Guijarro sealed Barcelona’s win with two minutes left from Bonmatí’s pass. Defending champion …

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second
9 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second

The Hindu  

Barcelona cruised to an emphatic 3-0 win at Atletico Madrid on Sunday with goals from Joao Felix, Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez, to move second in the La Liga standings. Lewandowski extended the advantage two minutes into the second half as Raphinha stole the ball from Atletico’s Rodrigo de Paul to set up the Pole for his 13th league goal …

Barcelona back in Champions League quarterfinals after 3-1 win over Napoli
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Barcelona back in Champions League quarterfinals after 3-1 win over Napoli

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Four years later, Barcelona is again celebrating a triumph in the knockout stage of the Champions League. Fermín López, João Cancelo and Robert Lewandowski scored for Barcelona as it advanced 4-2 on aggregate after a 1-1 draw in the first leg in Italy three weeks ago. Barcelona had been eliminated in the group stage the last two …

Barcelona faces tricky game at Celta Vigo before focusing on Napoli trip
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Barcelona faces tricky game at Celta Vigo before focusing on Napoli trip

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández will have one more chance to get his Barcelona playing well before its first Champions League knockout-round game in three years. Barcelona crosses northern Spain to Celta Vigo on Saturday, four days before it travels to Napoli in the Champions League round of 16. “We cannot have any more slips.” At first glance, the game …

Barcelona fans jeer team after high-scoring draw with relegation-threatened Granada
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Barcelona fans jeer team after high-scoring draw with relegation-threatened Granada

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona heard from its fans again after its chances of successfully defending the Spanish league title took another hit on Sunday. Barcelona was jeered at home following a 3-3 draw against second-to-last Granada, a setback that saw the Catalan club move 10 points behind leader Real Madrid, which defeated second-place Girona 4-0 on Saturday. Isaac Romero scored a …

Champions League knockout stage starts with Man City and Real Madrid again looking best in Europe
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Champions League knockout stage starts with Man City and Real Madrid again looking best in Europe

Associated Press  

The Champions League narrative is so often about Manchester City and Real Madrid. The 2020 Champions League winner visits Lazio on Wednesday with its aura dimmed despite Harry Kane’s 28 goals this season and coming through the group stage unbeaten for the sixth straight year. Europe will send each Champions League title winner from 2021 to ’24 — Chelsea, Madrid …

Barcelona looks for a fresh start in 1st game since Xavi’s decision to leave at end of the season
11 months, 1 week ago

Barcelona looks for a fresh start in 1st game since Xavi’s decision to leave at end of the season

Associated Press  

MADRID — Xavi Hernández wants a fresh start for Barcelona in its first match since the coach announced his decision to leave at the end of the season. Barcelona hosts Osasuna in the Spanish league on Wednesday in a game postponed from earlier this year because of the Spanish Super Cup that was played in Saudi Arabia. Barcelona president Joan …

Barcelona visits Betis needing a win after being demolished by Madrid
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Barcelona visits Betis needing a win after being demolished by Madrid

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez returned to Barcelona as its football savior just over two years ago and succeeded in stabilizing a club in crisis by winning its first trophies since the traumatic exit of Lionel Messi. But the shine is wearing off the former midfield great with Barcelona struggling to defend its Spanish league title and having lost both of its “clasico” …

Barcelona held at Valencia for third game without a win. Sevilla fires coach Diego Alonso
1 year ago

Barcelona held at Valencia for third game without a win. Sevilla fires coach Diego Alonso

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Barcelona and Atletico Madrid stumbled in the Spanish league title race on Saturday, while Sevilla said enough is enough of coach Diego Alonso. Barcelona’s 1-1 draw at Valencia makes it three straight games across all competitions without a win as Xavi Hernández’s team struggles to find the form that won it the domestic title last season. Coach …

Champions League: England flops, Spain surges while PSV and Copenhagen provide nice surprises
1 year ago

Champions League: England flops, Spain surges while PSV and Copenhagen provide nice surprises

Associated Press  

So much for the English taking over European soccer. The final Champions League group stage in its current format ended with representation from the supposedly all-powerful Premier League cut in half as Manchester United and Newcastle failed to advance to the knockout stage — and were even knocked out of European competition altogether. This was the last year of the …

Barcelona looks to regain best form and secure return to knockout stage of Champions League
1 year, 1 month ago

Barcelona looks to regain best form and secure return to knockout stage of Champions League

Associated Press  

MADRID — A win against Porto will be enough to put Barcelona back in the knockout rounds of the Champions League after two consecutive group-stage eliminations. Barcelona is coming off a stretch that includes a 1-0 loss to Shakhtar Donetsk in its last Champions League game, and a 1-1 draw at Rayo Vallecano in its previous Spanish league match. “We …

Barcelona starts Champions League defence hoping to refine perfection
1 year, 1 month ago

Barcelona starts Champions League defence hoping to refine perfection

The Hindu  

Women’s Champions League holders Barcelona kicks off its trophy defence this week, aiming to become only the fourth team to win the competition in consecutive years Led by Ballon d’Or holder Aitana Bonmati and two-time winner Alexia Putellas, as well as other World Cup conquering stars, Barcelona is tasked with refining perfection. Barcelona lifted a treble last season -- Spain’s …

UEFA Champions League: Barcelona beats Shakhtar 2-1 for third straight win in group stage
1 year, 2 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Barcelona beats Shakhtar 2-1 for third straight win in group stage

The Hindu  

Barcelona beat Shakhtar Donetsk 2-1 on Wednesday to keep a perfect record and stay on course to advance to the knockout rounds of the Champions League after two straight group-stage eliminations. Ferran Torres and Fermín López scored a goal each in the first half to help Barcelona secure its third straight victory in Group H. The Catalan club reached nine …

Injuries and Clasico no excuse for Barca, says Xavi
1 year, 2 months ago

Injuries and Clasico no excuse for Barca, says Xavi

The Hindu  

Barcelona cannot use its injury crisis and its upcoming league game against Real Madrid as excuses for a poor performance in a midweek Champions League clash against Shakhtar Donetsk, coach Xavi Hernandez warned on Tuesday. Barcelona tops Champions League Group H with six points after winning its first two games without conceding a goal. Despite its more comfortable position in …

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