Barcelona vs Valencia, Copa del Rey: Team News, Match Preview

The two best teams in Spain clash in the Spanish Cup semi-final. This should be fun! Barcelona vs Valencia Competition/Round: Copa del Rey semi-final, 1st leg Barcelona injuries: Ousmane Dembélé, Thomas Vermaelen, André Gomes (illness) Valencia injuries: Jeison Murillo, Gabriel Paulista, Gonçalo Guedes Date/Time: Thursday, February 1st, 2018, 21:30 CET/WAT (Barcelona &...

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Barcelona and Las Palmas agree to cancel Sergi Samper’s loan after injury

Barcelona and Las Palmas have agreed to cut short Sergi Samper’s loan deal after the midfielder suffered an awful injury that required surgery. Samper was hurt during Las Palmas’ clash with Eibar in early January and suffered a fractured fibula and ruptured ankle ligaments. The 23-year-old went under the knife in Barcelona and will now continue his recovery with Ernesto Valvderde’s...

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Valverde talks Busquets, Coutinho, Vidal and Deulofeu ahead of Valencia clash

Ernesto Valverde has been talking ahead of Thursday’s Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Valencia and had plenty to say about his side’s opponents. The Barca boss also talked about some of his players and confirmed Sergio Busquets is fit after recovering from illness. Here are the best bits... Valverde on Valencia “Now you’re at thie stage, you’re on the verge of the...

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How will Barcelona line up against Valencia?

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FC Barcelona News: 31 January 2018; Gerard Pique Talks Future, Barcelona B Shake-Up Continues

Gerard Piqué opens up about his career — and the future! | FC Barcelona Who could possibly imagine a world without Gerard Piqué? We certainly can’t! Ever since the central defender returned to his hometown team in the summer of 2008, he’s been a mainstay on Barça’s back line, an unwavering force who has helped the team win a panoply of gleaming silverware, including a pair...

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A Fan’s Perspective: Barcelona’s right-wing is in flux

An opinion on Aleix Vidal, Ousmane Dembele and the departure of Gerard Deulofeu Ever since Ernesto Valverde took charge of Barcelona, his fluid 4-4-2 has helped several fringe players find minutes on the pitch. The right-wing, in particular, is a position yet to be filled by a permanent name. The likes of Denis Suarez, Andre Gomes, Ivan Rakitic, Sergi Roberto, Gerard Deulofeu,...

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Anthony Lozano, Wilfrid Kaptoum and Rafa Mujica leave Barcelona B

It’s been a busy transfer window for Barcelona B and the team have confirmed some more departures before the close of the transfer window. Perhaps most surprising is the news that Anthony ‘Choco’ Lozano who has agreed a move to Girona. The striker has made 20 appearances for Barca B this season scoring four and providing three assists, but will now hope he can break into...

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Rumors: Barcelona still going for Griezmann, Arthur deal close plus Oriol Busquets, Vidal & Munir

Barca want Griezmann as part of a ‘super-team’ Today’s rumors begin with news from Mundo Deportivo that Barcelona remain determined to sign Antoine Griezmann in the summer as they look to build a ‘super-team.’ The club are aware their rivals, both home and in Europe, will spend big this summer and think that €100m is a great price for Griezmann. Along with Philippe Coutinho,...

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Deulofeu explains why he chose to leave Barcelona for Watford

Gerard Deulofeu has explained why he opted to leave Barcelona and move to Premier League side Watford. The winger will spend the rest of the season on loan at Vicarage Road after falling out of favour under Ernesto Valverde. Deulofeu says he did have other offers and is looking forward to getting back to playing after a spell on the sidelines at Barca. “I chose Watford because...

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Barcelona starlet Sergio Gomez leaves for Borussia Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund have confirmed they have signed 17-year-old Sergio Gomez from Barcelona. The teenager has signed a long-term deal with the Bundesliga side and been handed the number 34 shirt. Willkommen beim BVB, Sergio #Gómez! Borussia Dortmund hat den 17 Jahre jungen spanischen Nachwuchs-Nationalspieler @sergiogm_10 vom @FCBarcelona verpflichtet und mit einem langfristigen...

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Barcelona Coach Ernesto Valverde is the Substitution Master

Valverde continues to change games with his bench FC Barcelona were 1-0 down to Deportivo Alavés, and Ernesto Valverde turned to the bench quickly. He had decided to completely change his fullbacks. Off went Lucas Digne and Nélson Semedo, in came Jordi Alba and Sergi Roberto. A little bit later, off went Philippe Coutinho for Paco Alcácer. And a little after that, Luis Suárez...

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Barcelona B sign Arsenal starlet Marcus McGuane

Barcelona B have signed 18-year-old midfielder Marcus McGuane from Arsenal on a three year deal with the option of two more. The teenager has been at Arsenal since joining their Under-6 side and has a release clause of €25 million. BREAKING NEWS - Agreement with @Arsenal for the transfer of Marcus McGuane. 18-year-old midfielder joins Barça B on a three-year deal with an...

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FC Barcelona News: 30 January 2018; Gerard Deulofeu officially joins Watford on loan

A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and transfer rumors When and where to watch Barça - Valencia - FC Barcelona A guide to viewing Thursday's Copa del Rey semi-final which will kick-off at Camp Nou at 9.30pm CET Date and time set for FC Barcelona vs. Girona in Week 25 of La Liga - FC Barcelona Barça is hosting their fellow Catalans at Camp Nou on February 24 at 8.45pm...

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VAR would have changed Barcelona v Alaves game, says Tebas

La Liga chief Javier Tebas said in an interview with reporters that VAR could have changed the Barcelona vs. Alaves match on Sunday. He also confirmed that VAR would be coming next year to the league. Alaves were frustated after the game that a late handball appeal on Samuel Umtiti was unsuccessful, and there were also complaints about an offside before Lionel Messi’s free...

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Aleix Vidal’s agent plays down talk of a move to Roma

Aleix Vidal’s agent, Graziano Battistini, has said that “Barca aren’t in a rush to sell their players” with it looking increasingly likely he will stay at Camp Nou for the rest of the season. Barca have allowed Arda Turan, Rafinha, Javier Mascherano and Gerard Deulofeu to exit this winter and Vidal has also been linked with a move away. Both Sevilla and Roma have been speculated...

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Lionel Messi hints at playing for David Beckham’s new Miami MLS club

It’s always been an interesting topic of conversation discussing how Lionel Messi will spend his post-Barcelona football career. While Barcelona fans hope there is no such thing as a post-Barcelona Lionel Messi, there always remains hope for other clubs around the world as long as he’s playing. In reality, most think Messi will return to Argentina if he is to play for any...

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Gerard Deulofeu Completes Loan Move to Watford - Report

The Barcelona player has failed to establish himself According to Diario SPORT, Gerard Deulofeu will leave FC Barcelona to join English side Watford on loan. He will be joining immediately and could debut against Stoke City in the English Premier League. The loan does not include an option to buy. Deulofeu is said to prefer joining Watford as the club guarantee him a chance...

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Barcelona-Alavés: The Handball Rule Still Confuses People

Here’s why even VAR won’t solve the issue Did Samuel Umtiti have an uncalled penalty in Barcelona’s 2-1 victory over Deportivo Alavés? Maybe, but it wasn’t given. There was also this incident, when Luis Suárez scored the equalizer. The ball scraped off Gerard Piqué’s hand. There’s a lot of confusion about the hand ball issue. The rules state that in order for a penalty...

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Messi so good he’s already scored 20 league goals and he’s also hit the woodwork 13 times

Everyone knows how good Lionel Messi is. The man has accomplished almost anything an individual player can accomplish and does so in a wonderful orchestra of class and skill. This season, Messi is having another amazing individual season, scoring 20 goals in La Liga so far. But what is perhaps even more amazing is that he’s had the unfortunate luck of hitting the woodwork...

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Barcelona’s the only club I want to play for, says Pique

Gerard Pique has signed his new Barcelona contract that will keep him at the club until 2022 today and took some time out to discuss his future. The central defender will be 35 when his contract expires and there has been talk of him finishing his career abroad, with a move to MLS having been rumored. Pique is having none of it though as he says Barcelona is the only club...

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Rumors: Deulofeu to Watford, Barcelona closing in on Arthur and Dortmund sign Sergio Gomez

Deulofeu to Watford? Today’s rumors start with news that Gerard Deulofeu could be on his way to Watford before the transfer window closes this week. Mundo Deportivo report news from RAC1 that new coach Javi Gracia fancies bringing in Deulofeu to strengthen his attack. Deulofeu looks surplus to requirements under Ernesto Valverde and if the two clubs can agree a deal then...

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Five talking points from Barcelona’s comeback win over Alaves

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FC Barcelona News: 29 January 2018; Barcelona Fight Back to Beat Alaves, Watford Eying Gerard Deulofeu

FC Barcelona v Deportivo Alavés: Blaugranes dig deep (2-1) | FC Barcelona Barça match the club record set under Pep Guardiola in 2009/10 by going 21 games into a league season without defeat following their comeback win against Alavés at the Camp Nou on Sunday night. Goals from Suárez and Messi were enough to leave FC Barcelona on 57 points, eleven ahead of Atlético. Barça...

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A Fan’s Perspective: Ernesto Valverde could be Barcelona’s long-term coach

The coach is proving his haters wrong When Ernesto Valverde came to Barcelona, few knew what he was capable of doing. There was a general idea that his teams could press (due to his tenure with Athletic Club) but little else was known about his tactical style. Ernie started his time at Barcelona with a two-legged defeat to Real Madrid. It was not what Culés had in mind when...

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Valverde’s Barcelona as good as Guardiola’s - according to the stats

Barcelona’s unbeaten La Liga record is still standing, but it was placed in serious jeopardy on Sunday night against Alaves. John Guidetti put the visitors in front and they had the better of the chances until Luis Suarez finally equalised with a little under 20 minutes to go. A superb Lionel Messi free kick then ensured Barca would take home all three points to maintain...

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Valverde responds to Alaves’s handball complaints against Umtiti

Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde has hit back after complaints from Alaves that they should have had a late penalty in the 2-1 defeat at Camp Nou. Samuel Umtiti blocked a shot with his hand late on, although the French defender was so close to the ball it seemed impossible for him to get out of the way. The referee waved played on but Alaves striker John Guidetti said it was...

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Barcelona 2-1 Alavés, La Liga: Match Review

Recap of the action from Barcelona’s tight win over Alaves. Barcelona survived the scare that was Deportivo Alaves, who like last season proved a dangerous opponent at the Camp Nou. The visitors took the lead early in the first half through John Guidetti, but despite their struggles, Barcelona fought back in the second with goals from Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi to extend...

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Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta and Luis Suarez prove their class for Barcelona against Alaves

All three players reached landmarks in the win Barcelona’s unbeaten record in La Liga had a serious wobble on Sunday night as Alaves gave Ernesto Valverde’s side a tough old test at Camp Nou. John Guidetti put the visitors ahead and Barca huffed and puffed before finally breaking the deadlock. New signing Philippe Coutinho started and was then taken off, and it was down to...

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Barcelona vs Alavés, La Liga: Final Score 2-1, Barça come back to win tough match

And breathe! Barcelona maintained their unbeaten record and their 11-point lead at the top of the table in La Liga thanks to a 2-1 comeback victory over Alavés at Camp Nou. The visitors played a fantastic game and went ahead, but Barça managed to find enough goals to win another game. FIRST HALF Barça had a poor start to the game, passing the ball slowly and without purpose...

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Barcelona vs Alavés, La Liga: CONFIRMED Lineups, Live Game Thread

Join us to follow and comment as Barça face Alavés in La Liga! MATCH INFO, HOW TO WATCH ON TV/ONLINE Preview: Barcelona vs Alavés Competition/Round: 2017-18 La Liga, Matchday 21 Date/Time: Sunday, January 28, 2018, 20:45 CET/WAT (Barcelona/Nigeria), 19:45 GMT (UK), 14:45 EST, 11:45 PST (USA), 01:15 IST (India, next day) Venue: Camp Nou, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain How to...

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Barcelona vs Alavés live stream: Lineups, Kickoff time, TV listings, how to watch La Liga online

The league leaders face a tough test at home, and you cannot miss it La Liga leaders and virtual champions Barcelona will continue their march to the title on Sunday night with another home match, but this will be a tough test for the Blaugrana, who are yet to lose a game in the league this season. Barça welcome Alavés for what has been a tricky game the last few times these...

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FC Barcelona News: 28 January 2018; 18 in Squad to Face Alaves, Barcelona B Hammer Granada

MATCH PREVIEW: FC Barcelona v Deportivo Alavés | FC Barcelona Barça could match the club record set under Pep Guardiola in 2009/10 of going 21 games into a league season without losing once. Up against them is a side that that will be looking to repeat their shock victory on their last visit to the Camp Nou. Ernesto Valverde: ‘Alavés no easy fixture’ | FC Barcelona “I think...

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Barcelona vs Alavés, La Liga: Team News, Match Preview

Can Barça continue their march to the title with another home win? Barcelona (1st, 54pts) vs Alavés (16th, 19pts) Competition/Round: 2017-18 La Liga, Matchday 21 Barcelona injuries: Ousmane Dembélé, Thomas Vermaelen, André Gomes (illness) Alavés injuries: Héctor Hernández, Burgui, Rodrigo Ely (suspended), Tomás Pina (suspended) Date/Time: Sunday, January 28, 2018, 20:45...

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Valverde talks Coutinho, Pique comments and Neymar to Real Madrid ahead of Alaves clash

Ernesto Valverde has held his pre-match press conference ahead of tomorrow’s clash with Alaves and had quite a lot to say. The Barca boss seemed to hint he would play a strong team on Sunday and also spoke about new boys Yerry Mina and Philippe Coutinho. He was also asked about Neymar moving to Real Madrid, and doesn’t think it’s out of the question. Here are the best bits... Valverde...

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Lionel Messi discusses how Neymar departure has affected Barcelona

Lionel Messi has been talking and specifically about Neymar and how his departure has affected Barcelona. When the Brazilian left Camp Nou in the summer many feared the worst, but Barca have gone on to have a superb season without him. The team are clear at the top of the Liga table, yet to taste defeat, and still in contention in both the Copa del Rey and the Champions League. Barca’s...

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FC Barcelona News: 27 January 2018; Copa del Rey Draw Completed, Barca Legends Game Confirmed

Leo Messi: ‘We want to win the lot’ | FC Barcelona “Things have gone well for us until now. We overcame a difficult test against Espanyol. We had to come back from behind and it wasn’t easy. But we did it and we’re through to the semi-finals. I’m happy with things so far, but there’s still a long way to go.” Coutinho debut a mere taste of what’s to come | FC Barcelona Philippe...

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Limited Edition Barça Bobbleheads are Released

The National Bobblehead Hall or Fame and Museum have made limited edition Barça bobbleheads and sent one to Barça Blaugranes for us to have a look at. Few players can ever claim to be good enough that they have a bobblehead designed on them but now four Barça players can. Forever Collectibles have produced four FC Barcelona licensed bobbleheads meaning these figures have...

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