Barcelona prepare for Champions League clash with Inter without main man Lionel Messi
6 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona prepare for Champions League clash with Inter without main man Lionel Messi

Daily Mail  

Barcelona have put the finishing touches on their preparations for their Champions League showdown with Inter Milan, a match they will play without star man Lionel messi. Barcelona players train ahead of their clash with Inter Milan on Wednesday evening Malcom and Philippe Coutinho chat during the session Joan Gamper Sports Center Barca manager Ernesto Valverde looks on as he put his team through their paces Ernesto Valverde's men looked in good spirits despite Messi's absence with the team sitting top of Group B after two wins from two matches. And Barca full-back Jordi Alba is confident his side can come away with the three points without Messi. Star man Lionel Messi will miss the game after fracturing a bone in his arm on Saturday 'Inter are a very hard team to beat and they're playing well at the moment.

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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 …

La Liga 2024-25: Barca boss Flick rues missed chances, urges players to be more clinical
1 month, 1 week ago

La Liga 2024-25: Barca boss Flick rues missed chances, urges players to be more clinical

The Hindu  

Barcelona had started its season under new manager Hansi Flick in great form -- winning 11 of its first 12 La Liga matches, averaging over three goals per game and thrashing old rival Real Madrid 4-0. Defeats against Real Sociedad and Las Palmas cut Barcelona’s comfortable nine-point lead in the standings to just one and Flick is now under pressure …

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid in El Clasico, Clinching Title Position
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid in El Clasico, Clinching Title Position

India Today  

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was over the moon after his team secured a 4-0 victory against Real Madrid in the La Liga El Classico on Saturday. Robert Lewandowski opened the scoring with a goal in the 54th minute, followed by another goal in the 56th minute. 17-year-old Lamine Yamal and Raphinha added two more goals in the 77th and 84th …

Barcelona show the kids are all right
10 months ago

Barcelona show the kids are all right

Hindustan Times  

Joao Cancelo stood on the LED boards with ears cupped, asking for a reaction louder than what he had heard at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium. Early in the second leg of the pre-quarter final against Napoli, which Barcelona won 3-1 and the tie 4-2 on aggregate to make the Champions League quarter-final for the first time in four seasons, …

Inter Milan surges back onto the Champions League, Barcelona and Napoli look to take last chance
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Inter Milan surges back onto the Champions League, Barcelona and Napoli look to take last chance

The Hindu  

After Kylian Mbappé, Real Madrid and Manchester City seized centre stage last week, the Champions League spotlight can now turn to shine on others. Napoli host Barcelona on Wednesday in a pairing of teams unlikely to retain their domestic league titles and seem to have just one chance left to win a trophy this season. Jürgen Klopp has said he …

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami Teammates Enjoy Dinner With Modern Family Star Sofia Vergara
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami Teammates Enjoy Dinner With Modern Family Star Sofia Vergara

News 18  

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi and teammates Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba were pictured enjoying a dinner with Modern Family star Sofia Vergara at the Papi Steak in Miami Beach, Florida. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sofia Vergara Messi enjoys a special camaraderie with his teammates, who have played alongside the star during his …

Luis Suarez eyes 'Barcelona 2014' supremacy as ex-Liverpool star trains with Messi, Busquets and Alba at Inter Miami
1 year ago

Luis Suarez eyes 'Barcelona 2014' supremacy as ex-Liverpool star trains with Messi, Busquets and Alba at Inter Miami

Hindustan Times  

There they all were, sitting next to each other on a couple of benches in their practice attire, all of them smiling. Inter Miami forward Luis Suarez, left, walks with forward Lionel Messi, center, and defender Sergio Busquets, second right, during an MLS soccer training session This was Inter Miami on Saturday. Preseason training for Inter Miami officially opened Saturday, …

La Liga 2023-24: Xavi urges Barca to be more clinical in bid to keep title charge alive
1 year ago

La Liga 2023-24: Xavi urges Barca to be more clinical in bid to keep title charge alive

The Hindu  

Barcelona must play with more conviction to avoid the setbacks it has suffered in recent games, manager Xavi Hernandez said on Tuesday ahead of its La Liga meeting with lowly Almeria. Barca has won just one of its last four league games, dealing a blow to its hopes of defending its La Liga title and leaving it third in 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, 2 months 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 …

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 …

Speculation Rife About Lionel Messi Making A Return To Barcelona: Report
1 year, 3 months ago

Speculation Rife About Lionel Messi Making A Return To Barcelona: Report

News 18  

Messi’s stint in Inter Miami has so far proved to be quite fruitful and the Argentine wizard has netted 11 goals till now having made 12 appearances for the Herons. READ: Lionel Messi Set For Inter Miami Return As Club Enter MLS’s Last Chance Saloon A report published by Sport claimed that in various sectors it has been pointed out …

Lionel Messi: Inter Miami will NOT start the US Open Cup final after missing training session with 'muscle discomfort'
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi: Inter Miami will NOT start the US Open Cup final after missing training session with 'muscle discomfort'

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi will not start for Inter Miami in the US Open Cup final after missing training on Tuesday amid his ongoing battle with injury, according to reports. Messi is in a race against time to be fit for Wednesday's final after being replaced eight minutes before halftime in last week's 4-0 MLS win over Toronto FC with muscle discomfort. …

La Liga: FC Barcelona's Latest Talent from La Masia, Lamine Yamal Stars as They Secure 4-3 Victory over Villareal
1 year, 4 months ago

La Liga: FC Barcelona's Latest Talent from La Masia, Lamine Yamal Stars as They Secure 4-3 Victory over Villareal

News 18  

Barcelona’s latest academy prospect was the star of the show as FC Barcelona secured a thrilling 4-3 victory for the La Liga champions against Villareal on Sunday. Veteran Polish striker Robert Lewandowski tapped home the winning goal, his first of the season, after Yamal’s drive hit the post, to send Barca provisionally third. “We have to look at our youth …

Messi mania threatens to warp how MLS teams acquire talent
1 year, 5 months ago

Messi mania threatens to warp how MLS teams acquire talent

LA Times  

The circus might be coming to town. “The attention that we get with all that is happening, it becomes a circus,” Pareja said after Messi scored twice to lift Inter Barcelona over Orlando City in a Leagues Cup match last week. When Messi joined Inter Miami, the poorly constructed team was 5-14-3 and last in the 29-team MLS table, 12 …

'At PSG, Lionel Messi didn't have a good time...': Jordi Alba opens up on FIFA World Cup winner's Inter Miami transfer
1 year, 5 months ago

'At PSG, Lionel Messi didn't have a good time...': Jordi Alba opens up on FIFA World Cup winner's Inter Miami transfer

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi's footballing career in Europe came to an inconspicuous end, as he had a falling out with the higher-ups at Paris Saint-Germain and had no recourse except to leave the French club. Aug 2, 2023; Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi and defender Jordi Alba look on after the match against Orlando City SC at …

Barcelona introduces newly signed veteran midfielder Romeu
1 year, 5 months ago

Barcelona introduces newly signed veteran midfielder Romeu

The Hindu  

Barcelona officially presented its latest signing, veteran Oriol Romeu, on Friday as he joined the Spanish giant’s training for a second day in Los Angeles. “The emotions and sensations are very nice,” Romeu told reporters after club president Joan Laporta introduced him at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, where Barcelona are preparing for their pre-season tour. It’s one of the …

Lionel Messi likely to play but might not start for Inter Miami against Cruz Azul on Friday
1 year, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi likely to play but might not start for Inter Miami against Cruz Azul on Friday

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is set to make his MLS debut with Inter Miami on Friday night, but fans might have to wait a half to see the Argentina legend. Miami coach Tata Martino said Messi and newly signed Sergio Busquets are ready for game action, but he has yet to decide if they come off the bench against Cruz Azul in …

Jordi Alba to reunite with Barcelona legends Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets at Inter Miami
1 year, 5 months ago

Jordi Alba to reunite with Barcelona legends Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets at Inter Miami

Hindustan Times  

Former Barcelona defender Jordi Alba will join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, the Major League Soccer club's president Jorge Mas said on Tuesday. Jordi Alba will be part of a strong ex-Barcelona contingent with Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets having already joined the club. Alba, who has won more than 90 caps for Spain, will be part of a strong …

FC Barcelona Reach Agreement to Sign Romeu; Pablo Torre to Go on Loan in Exchange
1 year, 5 months ago

FC Barcelona Reach Agreement to Sign Romeu; Pablo Torre to Go on Loan in Exchange

News 18  

Spainard, Oriol Romeu is set to sign for FC Barcelona. As per Fabrizio Romano, the Catalonian club reached an agreement with his current club Girona FC to make the transfer happen as the necessary paperworks are yet to be completed. As part of the deal youngster Pablo Torre will make the move to Girona on a season long loan till …

Lionel Messi to Inter Miami: David Beckham reveals first reaction to Argentina star's transfer announcement
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi to Inter Miami: David Beckham reveals first reaction to Argentina star's transfer announcement

India Today  

Inter Miami owner and former England captain David Beckham has revealed his reaction after Lionel Messi announced that he would be heading to the MLS to join his club. Beckham said that he had always told Inter Miami that he would try to bring in the best players into the club. The Inter Miami owner said that Messi joining the …

No homecomeming for Messi as Barcelona again fails to do enough to attract him back
1 year, 7 months ago

No homecomeming for Messi as Barcelona again fails to do enough to attract him back

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Nearly two years after the …

FC Barcelona react after Lionel Messi ignores lucrative Camp Nou return proposal by confirming Inter Miami MLS deal
1 year, 7 months ago

FC Barcelona react after Lionel Messi ignores lucrative Camp Nou return proposal by confirming Inter Miami MLS deal

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi's two-year stint with Paris Saint-Germain came to an end with the confirmation of a sensational move for the Argentinian to American side Inter Miami last night. Messi spoke to Barcelona-based newspapers to confirm his intentions to move to Inter Miami, a franchise co-owned by English legend David Beckham, and clarified his reasons for choosing the MLS team over …

Barcelona wishes Messi good luck in ‘league with fewer demands’
1 year, 7 months ago

Barcelona wishes Messi good luck in ‘league with fewer demands’

The Hindu  

Barcelona wished Lionel Messi good luck after the Argentina great expressed his desire to join Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami on Wednesday, despite receiving a “proposal” to return to his former club. Barcelona said in a statement that Messi’s father and agent had informed the club on Monday of his decision to move to America instead of returning to Spain. …

Barcelona not giving up hope of bringing Lionel Messi back to Spanish football
1 year, 7 months ago

Barcelona not giving up hope of bringing Lionel Messi back to Spanish football

The Hindu  

Barcelona has not given up hope of seeing Lionel Messi returning to the club despite increasing speculation about a pending move to Saudi Arabia. The Catalan club continued to work on restructuring its finances to make sure it could afford Messi’s return in case the Argentina star decided to come back to the Spanish league after his stint with Paris …

Barcelona Will 'Do Everything Possible' to Sign Lionel Messi: Joan Laporta
1 year, 8 months ago

Barcelona Will 'Do Everything Possible' to Sign Lionel Messi: Joan Laporta

News 18  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Monday the club will “do everything possible” to bring Argentine superstar Lionel Messi back in the close season. “The truth is that it was a very affectionate conversation, very pleasant, and we have also been sending each other messages lately — I congratulated him on the World Cup.” In the early hours of Monday …

Barcelona will ‘do everything possible’ to sign Messi: Laporta
1 year, 8 months ago

Barcelona will ‘do everything possible’ to sign Messi: Laporta

The Hindu  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Monday the club will “do everything possible” to bring Argentine superstar Lionel Messi back in the close season. “The truth is that it was a very affectionate conversation, very pleasant, and we have also been sending each other messages lately -- I congratulated him on the World Cup.” In the early hours of Monday …

Messi ‘could not’ currently rejoin Barcelona, says La Liga boss Tebas
1 year, 8 months ago

Messi ‘could not’ currently rejoin Barcelona, says La Liga boss Tebas

The Hindu  

Barcelona would not be able to resign Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain in its current financial situation, La Liga president Javier Tebas said on Wednesday. Messi, 35, is expected to leave PSG at the end of the season and has been heavily linked with a return to the Camp Nou, with Barca striker Robert Lewandowski saying he hopes to play …

FC Barcelona Plan to Honour Lionel Messi: Report
1 year, 10 months ago

FC Barcelona Plan to Honour Lionel Messi: Report

News 18  

Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi is expected to be honoured by his former club FC Barcelona ahead of the commencement of the 2024-25 season. Barcelona club officials reportedly met Messi’s father Jorge Messi last week. Messi’s association with Barcelona came to an end in 2021 after the Blaugrana failed to fulfil new contract agreement. Messi, during his stay at …

Barcelona vs Man United: Barca to miss Pedri, Dembele for Europa League return leg
1 year, 10 months ago

Barcelona vs Man United: Barca to miss Pedri, Dembele for Europa League return leg

The Hindu  

Barcelona will be without some of its regular starters for the return match against Manchester United in the Europa League on Thursday, including playmaker Pedri and forward Ousmane Dembele because of injuries. Barcelona, which travelled Wednesday to Manchester, heads to the match still reeling from the public disclosure that it made payments of millions of dollars over several years to …

Lionel Messi's Barcelona Reunion Dinner With Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi's Barcelona Reunion Dinner With Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba

News 18  

Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi reunited with his former Barcelona teammates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba during an intimate dinner on Monday, February 20. The Barcelona ex-teammates reportedly went on a couples’ night out and dined at Michelin-star restaurant Estimar, which specialises in seafood, in the Gothic quarter-El Born. One Messi fan had a special request for him and wrote, …

Would it REALLY make sense for Barcelona to bring back Lionel Messi?
2 years, 2 months ago

Would it REALLY make sense for Barcelona to bring back Lionel Messi?

Daily Mail  

In 17 seasons with Lionel Messi in the team, Barcelona reached at least the last-16 of the Champions League every time. Paris Saint-Germain want Messi to sign for another year until 2024, Barcelona could only afford him if big earners Gerard Pique, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba all leave, and even then they would probably need to win the Europa …

Barcelona fans chant for Lionel Messi to return after Champions League exit
2 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona fans chant for Lionel Messi to return after Champions League exit

Daily Mail  

Barcelona fans chanted Lionel Messi's name as they were dumped out of the Champions League on Wednesday night. The writing was on the wall in the first half as Sadio Mane and Eric-Maxim Choupo-Moting put the visitors into a comfortable lead, and this led to Barcelona fans turning their attention elsewhere, with some fans singing for Messi, seemingly pleading for …

Champions League round-up: Barcelona crash out after Inter Milan win
2 years, 2 months ago

Champions League round-up: Barcelona crash out after Inter Milan win

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Barcelona were eliminated from the Champions League after …

Barcelona out of Champions League even before loss to Bayern
2 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona out of Champions League even before loss to Bayern

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — The game hadn’t even kicked off yet and Barcelona had already lost. Barcelona was eliminated in the group stage of the Champions League for the second consecutive season on Wednesday even before a 3-0 loss at home against Bayern Munich in a game that proved meaningless after Inter Milan defeated Viktoria Plzen 4-0 in the earlier game. …

Champions League: Inter seals last-16 place, Barcelona eliminated
2 years, 2 months ago

Champions League: Inter seals last-16 place, Barcelona eliminated

The Hindu  

Inter Milan sailed into the Champions League last 16 after an Edin Dzeko double fired them to a 4-0 home win over Viktoria Plzen in Group C on Wednesday, a result that eliminated Barcelona and relegated them to the Europa League. A lively opening yielded early chances for Inter but they were thwarted by Plzen goalkeeper Jindrich Stanek who pulled …

Barcelona are staring at a 'miracle or hell' with their Champions League fate in Inter's hands
2 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona are staring at a 'miracle or hell' with their Champions League fate in Inter's hands

Daily Mail  

Barcelona could be eliminated from the Champions League later this evening Former Spain goalkeeper Santi Canizares summed up Barca's plight on Spanish radio on Tuesday night when he said: ‘If I’m sat at home and my neighbour appears at my window and tells me to look out for a flying donkey I dismiss him as an idiot and don’t take …

Barcelona faces Real looking to rebound from European disappointment
2 years, 3 months ago

Barcelona faces Real looking to rebound from European disappointment

The Hindu  

Barcelona's woeful European form has cast a shadow over its domestic resurgence, which will face the ultimate test on Sunday when it visits Real Madrid in a much anticipated El Clasico in LaLiga. However, its dreadful results in the Champions League have taken the shine off its domestic form and a 3-3 draw against Inter Milan on Wednesday left it …

Barcelona 'fear untoward influence of Bayern Munich on their Champions League campaign'
2 years, 3 months ago

Barcelona 'fear untoward influence of Bayern Munich on their Champions League campaign'

Daily Mail  

Players in the Barcelona dressing room are said to be fearful of Bayern Munich's untoward influence on their Champions League campaign with the German side facing Inter Milan on the final match day. Barcelona players are believed to be fearful Bayern Munich will not try their utmost to beat Inter Milan on the final match day as revenge With their …

Champions League: Lionel Messi set to miss Benfica game due to calf injury
2 years, 3 months ago

Champions League: Lionel Messi set to miss Benfica game due to calf injury

India Today  

Lionel Messi will miss Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League game against Benfica due to injury reported the Athletic on Monday, 10 October. PSG struggled for rhythm without the services of Messi, and were held to a 0-0 draw after defender Sergio Ramos saw a red card in the 41st minute of the game. The forward was diagnosed with a calf issue …

Barcelona needs to beat Inter to avoid another early exit
2 years, 3 months ago

Barcelona needs to beat Inter to avoid another early exit

Associated Press  

MILAN — Barcelona could be on the verge of another humiliating group-stage exit from the Champions League. With Barcelona and Inter Milan seemingly competing for second spot in Group C, behind a perfect Bayern Munich, it’s advantage to the Italian side after it controversially won 1-0 at San Siro last week. Another victory for Inter at Barcelona on Wednesday would …

Champions League: Inter Milan beats Barcelona 1-0, moves to second place in Group C; Napoli beats Ajax 6-1
2 years, 3 months ago

Champions League: Inter Milan beats Barcelona 1-0, moves to second place in Group C; Napoli beats Ajax 6-1

The Hindu  

Inter Milan bounced back after two consecutive losses in Serie A with a crucial Champions League 1-0 win against Barcelona on Tuesday thanks to a Hakan Calhanoglu goal. The home win lifted Inter to second place in Group C on six points, three behind leaders Bayern Munich and three in front of Barcelona. Inter and Barca will face each other …

Champions League: 'We cannot fail,' Xavi warns Barcelona ahead of away clash against Inter Milan
2 years, 3 months ago

Champions League: 'We cannot fail,' Xavi warns Barcelona ahead of away clash against Inter Milan

Firstpost  

Both Barca and have lost to Bayern Munich in Group C of the UEFA Champions League and Xavi said the upcoming match at San Siro is “huge” as far as their hopes of qualifying for the next round is concerned. Milan: Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez warned his players they cannot fail on Tuesday when they face Inter Milan in the …

MATCHDAY: Barca-Inter the standout game in Champions League
2 years, 3 months ago

MATCHDAY: Barca-Inter the standout game in Champions League

Associated Press  

A look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Tuesday as the competition heads into the third round of group games: GROUP A A 4-1 thrashing of Liverpool. The Belgian champion has delivered consecutive wins in the group stage for the first time, and done it in style: With no goal conceded, and a resounding 4-0 win at Porto. …

Champions League: Xavi warns Barcelona must not ‘fail’ against Inter Milan
2 years, 3 months ago

Champions League: Xavi warns Barcelona must not ‘fail’ against Inter Milan

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez warned his players cannot fail on Tuesday when they face Inter Milan in the Champions League at the San Siro. That’s in our heads, we cannot fail.” The Catalans are in good form, top of La Liga and unbeaten domestically, while Inter Milan are struggling, ninth in Serie A with four defeats in eight games. Inter …

Champions League team of the week: Lionel Messi in but does Erling Haaland make it?
2 years, 4 months ago

Champions League team of the week: Lionel Messi in but does Erling Haaland make it?

Daily Mail  

It was another scintillating week of Champions League football which saw some mixed results for the English sides involved. Denzel Dumfries slotted past the Viktoria Plzen goalkeeper to double Inter Milan's lead Joel Matip The Cameroonian defender's return from injury against Ajax was much needed after Liverpool shipped in four goals last week. Dayot Upamecano had Robert Lewandowski well under …

Barcelona secures Champions League spot with Real Betis win
2 years, 8 months ago

Barcelona secures Champions League spot with Real Betis win

The Hindu  

Barcelona secured qualification for next season's UEFA Champions League on Saturday as Jordi Alba's 94th-minute winner against Real Betis guaranteed the Catalans' place in the top four of La Liga. "A big win against Betis — a direct rival for the Champions League" — Xavi reacts to Barça's dramatic victory on Saturday night pic.twitter.com/ETJ8UsFbPf — FC Barcelona May 8, 2022 …

Lionel Messi makes surprise Barcelona return for Xavi's 42nd birthday
2 years, 11 months ago

Lionel Messi makes surprise Barcelona return for Xavi's 42nd birthday

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi made a surprise return to Barcelona on Monday night, where he celebrated Xavi's 42nd birthday alongside former team-mates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba. Messi was left out of the Argentina squad to face Chile and Colombia in World Cup qualifying later this week as his country's place in the tournament later this year is all but secured, so …

Barcelona out of Champions League in loss to Bayern Munich
3 years, 1 month ago

Barcelona out of Champions League in loss to Bayern Munich

Associated Press  

MUNICH — Barcelona will not play in the knockout rounds of the Champions League for the first time in 18 years after a 3-0 loss to Bayern Munich on Wednesday ensured the Catalan club was eliminated from European soccer’s premier competition. Barcelona drops into the Europa League playoffs after finishing third in Group E, thanks to Benfica’s 2-0 win over …

Lionel Messi reinforces he wants to return to Barcelona
3 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi reinforces he wants to return to Barcelona

Daily Mail  

The Argentine has already expressed his intention to eventually return to Spain Six-time Ballon d'Or winner's time at his beloved club came to end in the summer Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi has reiterated his desire to go back to Barcelona one day because he's keen 'to help the club in whatever way I can'. The six-time Ballon d'Or winner's …

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