Barcelona: Setien struggles and Messi magic in 2019-20
4 years, 9 months ago

Barcelona: Setien struggles and Messi magic in 2019-20

The Hindu  

Top of the table, sack your head coach, lose El Clasico, return to the top of the table. - Worst Barca performance since before Guardiola - Barcelona's points haul of 58 from 27 games is enough for a two-point lead over Real Madrid in second but it is the side's worst return at this stage since 2007-08, when it had 54 points in the last knockings of Frank Rijkaard's tenure The Blaugrana's 63 goals in 27 outings is also their lowest since that season, when they had 52 at this juncture and finished a distant third on 67 points. That run is unlikely to change this time around but concerns over the longer-term direction of travel are understandable – even if making Valverde the first La Liga boss to lose his job despite being top at the midway point since Radomir Antic made way for Leo Beenhakker at Real Madrid in 1991-92 left a sour taste. The six-time Ballon d'Or winner is the top scorer in La Liga this season with 19 goals and his 12 assists also lead the divisional statistics. His 438 domestic league goals put him one ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo on 437, although Messi's have arrived in 474 appearances as opposed to Ronaldo's 540.

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La Liga 2024-25: Simeone urges Atletico to stay humble after winning run
3 days, 9 hours ago

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone urges Atletico to stay humble after winning run

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone urged his players to stay grounded after its 14-match winning streak helped it leapfrog rival Real Madrid to the top of the La Liga standings with a 1-0 home win over 11th-placed Osasuna on Sunday. Julian Alvarez’s 55th-minute goal was enough to lift Atletico to 44 points, one ahead of second-placed Real, as the leader …

Barcelona routs Real Madrid again to win Spanish Super Cup final 5-2
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3 days, 12 hours ago

Barcelona routs Real Madrid again to win Spanish Super Cup final 5-2

Deccan Chronicle  

Real Madrid came out looking for some payback in the latest “clasico” against Barcelona but ended up being embarrassed again.Madrid lost 5-2 to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. That followed a 4-0 loss at home to Barcelona in the Spanish league in October.Kylian Mbappé put Madrid ahead early in his second clasico, …

La Liga 2024-25: Relentless Atletico Madrid claims lead with win over Osasuna
3 days, 20 hours ago

La Liga 2024-25: Relentless Atletico Madrid claims lead with win over Osasuna

The Hindu  

Julian Alvarez’s strike helped Atletico Madrid move to the top of La Liga with a 1-0 win over Osasuna on Sunday. Diego Simeone’s side climbed one point clear of champion Real Madrid and six ahead of third-placed Barcelona at the halfway mark in the Spanish league season. Antoine Griezmann had an early goal ruled out for handball, while his strike-partner …

Atletico Madrid snatch late win at Barca to top La Liga
3 weeks, 4 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: Atletico boss Simeone eyes first ever win away at title rivals Barcelona
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

La Liga 2024/25: Atletico boss Simeone eyes first ever win away at title rivals Barcelona

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone is currently the longest serving manager in La Liga but despite winning the league twice, he has yet to achieve a victory away at title rival Barcelona, a challenge the Argentine is looking forward to on Saturday. “What we’ve been talking about for a month and a half, the team is working well as a unit, …

La Liga: Barcelona hit five as they return to winning ways at Mallorca
1 month, 1 week ago

La Liga: Barcelona hit five as they return to winning ways at Mallorca

Deccan Chronicle  

Palma: Raphinha and Lamine Yamal inspired Barcelona to a first win in four La Liga outings as they beat Mallorca 5-1 on Tuesday. Raphinha and Yamal lit up the second half as the away side ran riot with the Brazilian scoring a double, followed by strikes from Frenkie de Jong and Pau Victor. Mallorca were, however, starting to build pressure …

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 …

La Liga: Las Palmas stun Barcelona on Catalans' 125th anniversary; Atletico Madrid rout Real Valladolid
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

La Liga: Las Palmas stun Barcelona on Catalans' 125th anniversary; Atletico Madrid rout Real Valladolid

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Las Palmas stunned FC Barcelona in their La Liga match at Camp Nou on Saturday, whereas Atletico Madrid momentarily climbed to second place with a 5-0 win over Real Valladolid. Las Palmas claimed a surprise 2-1 victory at La Liga leaders Barcelona on Saturday, spoiling the hosts’ 125th anniversary celebrations. Atletico Madrid climbed provisionally second, within two points of Hansi …

Barcelona loses at home for the first time this season
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

La Liga 2024-25: Barcelona loses to Las Palmas at home
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Barcelona loses to Las Palmas at home

The Hindu  

Barcelona lost at home for the first time this season when the Spanish league leader was stunned 2-1 by Las Palmas on Saturday. Barcelona had played superbly in the first three months under new coach Hansi Flick and was flying high after convincing victories over Real Madrid in the domestic competition and Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Barcelona’s Lamine …

La Liga 2024-25: Barca hoping Yamal’s Golden touch can get league campaign back on track
1 month, 2 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Barca hoping Yamal’s Golden touch can get league campaign back on track

The Hindu  

Barcelona’s teenage forward Lamine Yamal is expected to return from injury against Las Palmas in La Liga on Saturday, with the 2024 Golden Boy winner’s recovery providing a major boost for the leaders after two recent slip-ups. On Wednesday, 17-year-old Yamal won the award given to the best European men’s player under 21 after a remarkable breakout season in which …

Lewandowski hits Champions League century as Barca beat Brest
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lewandowski hits Champions League century as Barca beat Brest

Deccan Chronicle  

Robert Lewandowski scored his 100th Champions League goal as Barcelona beat Brest 3-0 to climb provisionally second in the Champions League group standings on Tuesday.The veteran striker slotted home from the spot in the 10th minute to fire the Catalans ahead and reach his milestone, adding a second late on after Dani Olmo's goal to inflict the French side's first …

La Liga 2024-25: Barcelona needs plan B without Lamine Yamal for Celta Vigo Liga visit
1 month, 3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Barcelona needs plan B without Lamine Yamal for Celta Vigo Liga visit

The Hindu  

Leader Barcelona has lost two matches this season in La Liga, both without teenage starlet Lamine Yamal starting, and the winger will also be missing for Saturday’s match at Celta Vigo. Yamal is also a fine foil for Raphinha when Barcelona counter-attacks at pace, with the Brazilian winger, in the form of his career, often racing onto clever passes played …

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone proud of Atletico’s resilience in 1-0 win at Mallorca
2 months ago

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone proud of Atletico’s resilience in 1-0 win at Mallorca

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone said he was proud of how his players fought and dug deep to earn a 1-0 win at Mallorca in La Liga on Sunday and secure their fourth consecutive triumph in all competitions. Simeone said his side had not let Wednesday’s last-gasp 2-1 win at Paris St Germain in the Champions League go to its …

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 …

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone wants Atletico to build on momentum after PSG win in UCL
2 months ago

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone wants Atletico to build on momentum after PSG win in UCL

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone expects his side to take confidence from its last-gasp 2-1 Champions League win at Paris St Germain when it travels to face Mallorca in La Liga on Sunday. After a tough October in which Atletico secured one victory in five matches in all competitions, including consecutive Champions League losses, it has won its last three …

Barcelona’s attack keeps clicking and Catalan club earns another big Champions League win
2 months, 1 week 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 Dominates Espanyol, Clinches Three Points in La Liga
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2 months, 1 week ago

Barcelona Dominates Espanyol, Clinches Three Points in La Liga

Firstpost  

Barcelona secured a 3-1 victory against Espanyol, with Dani Olmo scoring twice. Atletico Madrid eased past Las Palmas to move third, with coach Diego Simeone's son Giuliano netting his first goal for the club. Barcelona have started life under Flick in sensational form and after beating Bayern Munich and Real Madrid last week cruised to victory against Manolo Gonzalez’s side.

Son of Diego Simeone shines as Atletico Madrid secures comfortable win over Las Palmas
2 months, 1 week ago

Son of Diego Simeone shines as Atletico Madrid secures comfortable win over Las Palmas

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 win over Las Palmas in La Liga on Sunday, with Diego Simeone's son Giuliano scoring his first goal for the club. The victory eased the team's recent poor form and moved them to third in the league. The match also raised support for those affected by the recent floods in the Valencia region.

Flick Praises Barcelona's Resilience and Clinical Performance in 4-0 Victory over Real Madrid
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Flick Praises Barcelona's Resilience and Clinical Performance in 4-0 Victory over Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Barcelona secured a stunning 4-0 victory against Real Madrid on Saturday, marking their first Clasico triumph since March 2023. The Blaugrana dominated the match, with Robert Lewandowski scoring a quick-fire double to set the tone for the win. The game finished with a comfortable 4-0 score, solidifying Barcelona's position at the top of the La Liga table with 30 points, …

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona secured a 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first 'Clasico' of the season on Saturday night, extending their lead to six points clear of their rivals. Robert Lewandowski scored two goals, with a header and a penalty, while his assists from Marc Casado and Alejandro Balde were instrumental in the attack. Real Madrid, on the other hand, …

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first 'Clasico' of the season on Saturday night. Robert Lewandowski struck twice in the first half, including a powerful header that found the back of the net. The visitors struggled to find an equaliser, with Real Madrid keeper Andriy Lunin making several impressive saves. In the second half, …

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first 'Clasico' of the season on Saturday night. Robert Lewandowski struck twice in the first half, including a powerful header that found the back of the net. The visitors struggled to find an equalizing goal despite numerous chances, while Villarreal climbed to third place with a late winner …

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Brazilian Showdown in La Liga
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2 months, 3 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 …

Barca win with big price in La Liga
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Barca win with big price in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen is stretchered off after sustaining an injury during the La Liga match between Villarreal and FC Barcelona at Estadio de la Ceramica, Villarreal, Spain on Sept 22, 2024. MADRID - FC Barcelona remain top of La Liga with an impressive 5-1 win away to Villarreal to make it six wins from six games, but could …

Barca win with big price in La Liga
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Barca win with big price in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen is stretchered off after sustaining an injury during the La Liga match between Villarreal and FC Barcelona at Estadio de la Ceramica, Villarreal, Spain on Sept 22, 2024. MADRID - FC Barcelona remain top of La Liga with an impressive 5-1 win away to Villarreal to make it six wins from six games, but could …

La Liga 2024/25: Lamine Yamal's Brace Helps FC Barcelona Avenge Last Season's Defeat To Girona
4 months ago

La Liga 2024/25: Lamine Yamal's Brace Helps FC Barcelona Avenge Last Season's Defeat To Girona

ABP News  

Lamine Yamal Brace Vs Girona: Lamine Yamal is off to a dream start this season, as the 17-year-old scores a brace against Girona to hand the side a thumping 4-1 defeat at their home, as FC Barcelona avenge last season's defeat at the hands of same opponents. However, with Hansi Flick in-charge of the Blaugrana this season, Girona could not …

La Liga 2024-25: Robert Lewandowski Makes The Difference as Barcelona Sink Athletic Bilbao 2-1
4 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Robert Lewandowski Makes The Difference as Barcelona Sink Athletic Bilbao 2-1

News 18  

Robert Lewandowski shrugged off a string of missed opportunities to earn Barcelona a 2-1 win over Athletic Bilbao on Saturday in La Liga. Teenage starlet Lamine Yamal put Barcelona ahead with a deflected effort but Oihan Sancet pulled Athletic level from the penalty spot before half-time. Lewandowski’s strike earned Barcelona their second win from two league matches under new coach …

La Liga 2024/25 Updated Points Table, Statistics After Opening Matchday
4 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024/25 Updated Points Table, Statistics After Opening Matchday

ABP News  

La Liga 2024/25: The La Liga is now off to a start, as the home of Spanish football has seen the conclusion of it's Opening Matchday which was filled with lots of drama, late goals, shocking upsets. FC Barcelona are off to a positive start, as they lead the La Liga after registering a crucial win against Valencia away. Kylian …

La Liga 2023-24: Riquelme earns Atletico Madrid narrow win at Mallorca
8 months, 1 week ago

La Liga 2023-24: Riquelme earns Atletico Madrid narrow win at Mallorca

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid closed in on a Champions League spot after winger Rodrigo Riquelme’s early strike earned his side a 1-0 win at Mallorca in La Liga on Saturday. With four games remaining, Diego Simeone’s side are fourth in the standings on 67 points, six ahead fifth-placed Athletic Bilbao. Runaway leaders Real Madrid claimed a record-extending 36th La Liga title earlier …

Lionel Messi sets double MLS record in Inter Miami's thrashing of NY Red Bulls
8 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi sets double MLS record in Inter Miami's thrashing of NY Red Bulls

India Today  

Lionel Messi had an MLS-record six goal contributions, Luis Suarez scored three times and Matias Rojas recorded a brace as Inter Miami thumped the New York Red Bulls 6-2 on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Messi, who was named MLS Player of the Month for the month of April, scored once and added five assists as Miami extended its unbeaten …

Real Madrid clinch record extending 36th LaLiga title after Girona thrash Barcelona
8 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid clinch record extending 36th LaLiga title after Girona thrash Barcelona

India Today  

Real Madrid claimed a record-extending 36th LaLiga title on Saturday after Girona fought-back to beat Barcelona 4-2, a result that left Carlo Ancelotti's side with an unassailable lead in the standings. On Saturday Andreas Christiansen gave Barca the lead in the third minute before Girona hit back a minute later with LaLiga top-scorer Artem Dovbyk heading in the equaliser. However, …

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 …

La Liga: Rodrygo keeps Real Madrid clear of Barcelona, Girona boost European dream
9 months, 2 weeks ago

La Liga: Rodrygo keeps Real Madrid clear of Barcelona, Girona boost European dream

Firstpost  

Without suspended Vinicius Junior, his Brazilian compatriot Rodrygo made the difference with two superb strikes against Athletic Bilbao Rodrygo scored a brace in Real Madrid's win over Athletic Bilbao to maintain their La Liga lead. Without suspended Brazil forward Vinicius Junior, his compatriot Rodrygo made the difference with two superb strikes against an Athletic with one eye on next weekend’s …

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second
9 months, 4 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 …

Messi's promised Barca contract, on a napkin, up for auction
10 months, 1 week ago

Messi's promised Barca contract, on a napkin, up for auction

The Hindu  

To the untrained eye, it might look like just another used napkin. Last December, a set of six shirts worn by the number 10 during Argentina's victorious Qatar World Cup campaign in 2022 sold for $7.8 million at auction at Sotheby's, exceeding estimates. The story of the napkin has already been told many times in profiles of "Leo" Messi, one …

La Liga: Barcelona breezes past Getafe 4-0 to climb to second place
10 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga: Barcelona breezes past Getafe 4-0 to climb to second place

The Hindu  

Raphinha, Joao Felix, Frenkie De Jong and Fermin Lopez scored to earn Barcelona a 4-0 win over visitors Getafe on Saturday which lifted Xavi Hernandez’s side to second in the LaLiga standings. In a quick counter, the Brazilian winger beat the off-side trap to latch on to Jules Kounde’s long pass and blasted the ball past Getafe keeper David Soria. …

Barcelona edges Las Palmas with late Gundogan goal. Ramos tells fan to ‘shut up’ after Sevilla loss
1 year ago

Barcelona edges Las Palmas with late Gundogan goal. Ramos tells fan to ‘shut up’ after Sevilla loss

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona needed a penalty kick in stoppage time to win 2-1 at Las Palmas and keep pace with leaders Real Madrid and Girona in the Spanish league on Thursday. Ilkay Gundogan sent his shot from the penalty spot into the middle of the net three minutes into added time to keep Barcelona within seven points of leaders Madrid …

Barcelona falls 3-2 to America in a friendly match
1 year ago

Barcelona falls 3-2 to America in a friendly match

The Hindu  

Barcelona, fielding a squad of youngsters and on short rest, lost 3-2 on Thursday to Mexico’s America in a friendly match in Dallas, Texas. A day after grinding out an unconvincing 3-2 La Liga win against basement club Almeria on Wednesday, Barcelona had goals from young Lamine Yamal in the sixth minute and Marc Guiu in the 28th. Coach Xavi …

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 needs own-goal to salvage 1-1 draw at Rayo. Griezmann leads Atletico past Mallorca 1-0
1 year, 1 month ago

Barcelona needs own-goal to salvage 1-1 draw at Rayo. Griezmann leads Atletico past Mallorca 1-0

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Barcelona needed an own-goal by Rayo Vallecano defender Florian Lejeune in the final minutes to salvage a 1-1 draw in Madrid on Saturday. Antoine Griezmann scored with a header as Atletico Madrid beat Mallorca 1-0 at home and moved into third place ahead of Barcelona on goal difference. Barcelona played its first match this season without midfielder …

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 …

La Liga 2023-24: Bellingham double allows Real to fight back and win Clasico at Barcelona
1 year, 2 months ago

La Liga 2023-24: Bellingham double allows Real to fight back and win Clasico at Barcelona

The Hindu  

Real Madrid battled back to win 2-1 at Barcelona in a nervy LaLiga ‘El Clasico’ on Saturday thanks to a second-half brace by top scorer Jude Bellingham, who continues to impress with his superb form. On Saturday, he led Real’s fightback after Barcelona had opened the scoring in the sixth minute through midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, who took advantage of a …

Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Vinicius will be the biggest threat for Barca in El Clasico, says La Liga legend Saviola
1 year, 2 months ago

Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Vinicius will be the biggest threat for Barca in El Clasico, says La Liga legend Saviola

The Hindu  

Chennai Barcelona will look to continue its unbeaten season in the La Liga when it meets arch-rival Real Madrid at the Olympic Stadium on Saturday. And Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham would prove to be the most important players for Real Madrid, feels former Argentine forward Javier Saviola, who played for both Real Madrid and Barcelona. In all the Clasicos …

Injury doubts haunt Barcelona ahead of El Clasico against Real Madrid
1 year, 2 months ago

Injury doubts haunt Barcelona ahead of El Clasico against Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez is facing serious injury concerns as his team prepares to host rivals Real Madrid in the LaLiga ‘El Clasico’ on Saturday. Xavi had to call up eight academy players for the Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday, as the Catalonian side grapples with injuries to eight key players, including Polish striker Robert Lewandowski. Barca …

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 …

La Liga: 17-year-old Guiu scores seconds into his debut as Barcelona beats Athletic 1-0; Girona joins Real at top with 5-2 win over Almeria
1 year, 2 months ago

La Liga: 17-year-old Guiu scores seconds into his debut as Barcelona beats Athletic 1-0; Girona joins Real at top with 5-2 win over Almeria

The Hindu  

Another teenager has made history for Barcelona in the Spanish league. The victory gave Barcelona 24 points after 10 matches, one point behind league leaders Real Madrid and Girona. Barcelona, the only unbeaten team left in the league, got the win despite playing without several regular starters, including Robert Lewandowski, Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Raphinha, Jules Koundé and Sergi Roberto. …

UEFA Champions League: Barcelona opens UCL campaign with 5-0 rout of Antwerp
1 year, 3 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Barcelona opens UCL campaign with 5-0 rout of Antwerp

The Hindu  

With João Félix thriving again, Barcelona got off to a good start on its quest to get through the group stage of the Champions League after two consecutive early eliminations. RELATED | Manchester City favourites to win Champions League, says Ancelotti Gavi scored Barcelona’s fourth goal in the 54th, and Félix added his second with a header in the 66th. …

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 doubtful starter in MLS debut vs Red Bulls, says coach
1 year, 4 months ago

Messi doubtful starter in MLS debut vs Red Bulls, says coach

The Hindu  

Ticket prices are soaring in Harrison, N.J., and not because the New York Red Bulls is inching closer in the Eastern Conference playoff race. But because Messi has played every minute of the past six matches, Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said he is fatigued and has not committed to playing him Saturday. “But I cannot act based on that …

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