Valverde: We always planned to play Messi against Sevilla

Ernesto Valverde has been talking about Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Sevilla and said the plan was always to play Lionel Messi. The Argentine started on the bench after missing Argentina’s friendlies during the international break with a hamstring tweak. However, he arrived in the second half with Barcelona 2-0 down and helped inspire a dramatic comeback as Barcelona secured...

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Messi finds another list to top against Sevilla

Lionel Messi already tops the goalscoring and assists charts in La Liga but he found yet another list to take charge of against Sevilla. The brilliant Argentine did not even start the match but came on and ensured Barcelona got a point they scarely deserved with a late, late equaliser. Messi struck from outside the box with just a minute of normal time remaining to rescue...

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Sevilla 2-2 Barcelona, La Liga: Match Review

Recap of the action from Barcelona’s improbable comeback against Sevilla. Barcelona were able to extend their unbeaten run to 37 games after a one-minute double-salvo late in the game to negate Sevilla’s two goal lead. The hosts dominated for large stretches of the game, taking the lead through Franco Vazquez in the first half before extending it early in the second after...

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Sevilla 2-2 Barça: HOW???

SERIOUSLY, HOW????????????????? Barcelona suffered their first La Liga loss of the season in very bad fashion, playing their worst game of the campaign and losing 2-0 to a Sevilla side that could have scored a lot more. Without Lionel Messi for the entire first half, the Blaugrana failed to show any creativity and deservedly dropped points to a Sevilla team that looked really...

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Sevilla vs Barça: LIVE BLOG!

It’s a big game for Barça! Come join us! It’s La Liga day! The international break is FINALLY over, and Barcelona are back in action with a very tough league game away to Sevilla. The Rojiblancos are fighting for European places and always make their games against Barça incredibly difficult, especially at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán. This will surely be another difficult night...

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Marc-André ter Stegen: Reported Record Incorrect

Mundo Deportivo has got this wrong Marc-André ter Stegen is just 49 minutes away from breaking his personal record of not conceding while playing for Barcelona, says Mundo Deportivo. Only, they’re wrong. He’s not. Let’s look at the numbers: He last conceded a goal against Las Palmas in the 48th minute, and since then, he’s kept clean sheets against Atlético Madrid, Málaga,...

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FC Barcelona News: 31 March 2018

A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and transfer rumors Match Preview: Sevilla FC v FC Barcelona - FC Barcelona Barça face one of their toughest assignments of the season at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán (Saturday 8.45pm CET) without Sergio Busquets and Lucas Digne who are both out injured The squad list for the game against Sevilla FC - FC Barcelona Suárez, Vermaelen, Denis...

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Barça squad named for Sevilla trip

Nelsinho is backinho!!!! The next Barcelona match is upon us! The Blaugrana travel to the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán for a big La Liga match against Sevilla, and Ernesto Valverde has called up 18 players for the trip. This is the full squad: Goalkeepers: 1. Marc-André ter Stegen, 13. Jasper Cillessen Defenders: 2. Nélson Semedo, 3. Gerard Piqué, 18. Jordi Alba, 20. Sergi Roberto,...

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FC Barcelona, AC Milan, and Bayern Munich Set to Battle Arsenal for Max Meyer

The Schalke 04 midfielder has got many teams interested Max Meyer is a hot property and several big teams are in for him, according to rumors. Today, French outlet Le10Sport has said that Arsène Wenger wants the German to replace Jack Wilshere next season at Arsenal, but he’ll face competition from FC Barcelona, AC Milan, and Bayern Munich. The Schalke 04 midfielder is said...

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Valverde talks Messi and Busquets fitness ahead of Sevilla clash

Ernesto Valverde has been talking to the press ahead of tomorrow’s game against Sevilla and unsurprisingly a certain Lionel Messi was the focus of many questions. The Barca boss also talked about Sergio Busquets and Sevilla - here are the best bits: Valverde on Sevilla It is a key game. It is a very difficult stadium and a win would be very favourable to our aim of winning...

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Rumors: Umtiti, Upamenco, Griezmann and Abel Ruiz

Umtiti wants his wages tripled Today’s rumors start with Sport who bring us bad news with regards Samuel Umtiti and his shiny new Barcelona contract. Apparently the defender has rejected an offer from Barcelona because he wants his wages tripled, as he is earning “less than half what the majority of his team-mates do.” Thing is Barcelona have a real problem with that due...

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Lionel Messi Will Be in the Squad for Sevilla Clash - Report

It’s not yet known how much he would play Reports coming out of the FC Barcelona camp urge calm from supporters, even as Lionel Messi missed both of the international break fixtures due to pain in his left leg. The good news is he has completed a training session and looked in good enough condition. However, there are conflicting reports about whether he will play against...

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FC Barcelona News: 30 March 2018

Whirlwind schedule of 7 games in 22 days ahead | FC Barcelona A decisive point of the season has arrived for FC Barcelona. Coming up is a busy April, in which they will compete on three fronts: LaLiga, the Copa del Rey and the Champions League. In the space of just 22 days, the team will play some 7 matches, beginning with this weekend’s game against Sevilla in the league,...

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Are Barca in the same boat as Argentina with Messi?

Both teams struggle in the absence of the GOAT There’s been plenty of speculation surrounding Barcelona’s upcoming fixture against Sevilla as a number of stars are currently nursing injuries or knocks received during the international break. One name that bothers me more than others on the list is Lionel Messi. Every Barcelona fan is currently making line-ups in their head...

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Barcelona told Roma starlet Cengiz Under is not for sale

Barcelona have been warned off Roma starlet Cengiz Under by club president James Pallotta. Sporting director Monchi has previously revealed that Barcelona were interested in the 20-year-old and have been in touch with his representative. However, Pallotta is not at all happy about rumours surrounding Under, and goalkeeper Alisson, and says both stars are under long-term contracts. “There’s...

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FC Barcelona News: 29 March 2018

The rest of the international players return to training | FC Barcelona FC Barcelona trained this Thursday with all the players available from the first team. On Wednesday, André Gomes and Cillessen were the first internationals to return, and on Thursday, the other players who had represented their countries joined them. The session took place on the Tito Vilanova pitch,...

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Barca facing crucial run starting with Sevilla

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Messi back in Barca training ahead of Sevilla

Lionel Messi returned to Barcelona training on Thursday as the club step up their preparations for Saturday’s La Liga clash with Sevilla. The Barca star missed both of Argentina’s international friendlies due to a hamstring tweak meaning there’s a bit of a question mark over his fitness currently. However, Barcelona have confirmed he is back in training although it’s still...

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Justin Kluivert hopes to be at Barca ‘within seven years’

Justin Kluivert just keeps on being linked with a move to Barcelona and he’s admitted that the Catalan giants are his dream club. Kluivert’s father Patrick spent six years at the Camp Nou and he’s openly admitted he’d like to see his son follow in his footsteps. Kluivert Jr has now admitted the same and plans to arrive in Barcelona some time between now and 2025 apparently. “But...

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Ramos: “Argentina Are Inferior Without Messi”

The Spaniard recognized his rival’s absence made Argentina worse Sergio Ramos has recognized that Lionel Messi’s absence made a difference as Spain thrashed Argentina 6-1. Ramos, who captains Spain, said that though “It’s always nice to beat national teams with so many names and with players of great quality,” Argentina are simply not the same without their captain, who is...

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Barca confirm Digne out for three weeks

The FIFA virus strikes again Barcelona have confirmed that left-back Lucas Digne is out for three weeks after he picked up an injury during international duty with France. The defender was forced off during Friday’s 3-2 defeat to Colombia and has a thigh problem which will sideline him for a little while. Lucas Digne has returned from international duty with the French...

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Dembélé and Pogba Racially Abused in Russia

An ominous sign for the upcoming World Cup France’s sport minister has called for an investigation into racist abuse directed at French players during France’s match against Russia. The two main subjects of the abuse seem to have been Manchester United’s Paul Pogba and Barcelona’s Ousmane Dembélé. Reports say the Russian fans made “monkey noises” when the players were taking...

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Valverde calm over Messi fitness

The boss thinks it is not a big problem Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde has given his verdict on Lionel Messi’s fitness concerns. The Barca star missed both of Argentina’s friendlies during the international break with a hamstring niggle. It’s unclear at the moment if Messi will be fit to face Sevilla with Barcelona on Saturday but Valverde seems pretty unconcerned. “I’m...

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FC Barcelona News: 28 March 2018

Tuesday internationals: Spain and Brazil make big statements with impressive wins | FC Barcelona Spain were in rampant form in Tuesday’s friendly against none other than Argentina, winning 6-1 to send out a huge warning message ahead of this summer’s World Cup finals in Russia. Isco scored a hat-trick, and Diego Costa, Thiago Alcantara and Iago Aspas got the others. Had Leo...

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Diego Costa spot on with his Lionel Messi comments

Diego Costa’s a pretty controversial character but the Atletico Madrid striker got it spot on after Spain’s thrashing of Argentina on Wednesday. Costa scored the opener as Julen Lopetegui’s side inflicted a heavy defeat on Argentina who were once again without Lionel Messi due to injury. There’s a pretty tired argument that Messi has to win the World Cup to be considered...

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Five things we learned from the international break

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FC Barcelona News: 27 March 2018

A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and transfer rumors Small group return to training on Tuesday - FC Barcelona Semedo, Denis, Paco Alcácer, Sergi Roberto and Aleix Vidal, along with Barça B's Aleñá, trained at the Ciutat Esportiva in their first session of the week Twelve players set for international action on Tuesday - FC Barcelona France, Belgium, Colombia and Croatia...

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Ronaldinho: I Knew Lionel Messi Was a Better Player than Me

The Brazilian legend recognizes Messi’s place in the pantheon of all-time greats Former Barcelona star Ronaldinho has said that he always knew Lionel Messi would surpass even the Brazilian’s own lofty heights, in an interview with FourFourTwo from 2014 that has recently been republished online. How tough a decision was it to leave Barcelona? Is there any truth in the story...

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Messi facing too much pressure with Argentina

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Coutinho on the same level as Neymar, says Dani Alves

Dani Alves is never short of things to say and he’s been talking about Brazil and specifically Barcelona new-boy Philippe Coutinho. Coutinho scored his ninth international goal against Russia on Friday and put in a strong display as Tite’s side eased to a 3-0 win at the Luzhniki Stadium. Alves has heaped praise on his team-mate and said he’s on the same level as Neymar, who...

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Worry for Barca as Messi ruled out of Spain clash

Lionel Messi’s fitness is starting to become a real worry with multiple outlets reporting that the Barcelona star has been ruled out of Argentina’s clash with Spain on Tuesday. Messi missed Friday’s win over Italy after feeling some discomfort in his hamstring and he admitted he had been carrying the problem for some time. Coach Jorge Sampaoli played down the injury and Messi...

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Rumors: Luke Shaw, Umtiti, Rafinha & Cengiz Under

Barcelona interested in Luke Shaw? Today’s rumors start in the Premier League with news that Barcelona are apparently interested in Manchester United flop Luke Shaw. According to the Mirror, Barcelona want a new left-back and are planning a move with Shaw set to quit Old Trafford after falling out of favour with manager Jose Mourinho. Barca think he could be a good value...

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Iniesta should give Barcelona one more year

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Marc-André ter Stegen Returns to Barcelona Early With Knee Issue

It’s not expected to be serious, though Marc-André ter Stegen will be cutting his international duty short, as the German keeper returns to Barcelona early due to a knee issue. The player will not feature in Germany’s clash with Brazil. Joachim Löw, his national team coach, has said the problem is not serious, and he will be rested as a precaution. Barcelona doctors are said...

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Jorge Sampaoli: “It’s Impossible to Teach Messi Anything”

“He is at a superior level” Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli has said his job isn’t to teach Lionel Messi anything, because teaching the best player in the world is “impossible.” “He is at a superior level,” the ex-Sevilla manager said. “What we have to do is understand and learn how to accompany him, we do not need to teach him anything.” “Our priority is to establish the team’s...

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Messi Thought He Had Played His Last Argentina Match

He wouldn’t have played the 2018 FIFA World Cup then Lionel Messi has revealed that he really thought he wouldn’t play in the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Russia in an interview with FOX Sports. “When I quit the national team, I thought I would not play with Argentina again,” the Barcelona star said, referring to the time after the 2016 Copa América when he announced he was...

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Messi says he feels good and wants to play against Spain

Lionel Messi has confirmed he wants to play against Spain at the Wanda Metropolitano on Tuesday despite concerns over a hamstring injury. The Barcelona star missed Friday’s win over Italy because of the problem and admitted he had been carrying it for a while. However, he’s now spoken about tomorrow’s game and says he wants to play but it will depend on how he’s feeling. “My...

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World Cup or not, Lionel Messi is already the greatest

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How to catch up with Barca stars during the international break

Barcelona aren’t back in action until Saturday when they face Sevilla but the players have got a busy week and will be putting in plenty of mileage. Here’s a look at what they’re up to. Luis Suarez faces Wales in China Cup Luis Suarez is still in China where Uruguay face Wales in the final of the China Cup at the Guangxi Stadium. The striker is expected to feature in the...

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FC Barcelona News: 26 March 2018

Stopping Messi almost impossible – Koke | Goal Atletico Madrid and Spain midfielder Koke admits it is almost impossible to stop Lionel Messi. Messi and Argentina visit the Wanda Metropolitano for a friendly match with Spain on Tuesday, with the Barcelona star hoping to be involved after sitting out the 2-0 win over Italy on Friday with a hamstring problem. Goals, goals, goals...

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Opinion: Barcelona’s Priority Should Be Renewing Samuel Umtiti

Manchester United are very keen on a transfer Barcelona’s renewal talks with Samuel Umtiti are “jammed” according to Diario SPORT, because the team does not want to pay him the salary Manchester United offered - 9 million euro a year, net. The Frenchman has refused to answer whether he would remain at Barcelona or not, with United said to be ready to pay his release clause...

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WATCH: Arthur Melo Scores for Grêmio

The Barcelona-bound midfielder is in a good run of form Arthur Melo scored as Grêmio defeated Avenida by the score of 3-0 in the Campeonato Gaúcho. That result has set Grêmio up nicely for the second leg of the semifinals. Barcelona have a chance to activate a purchase option for the Brazilian this summer. He had a good game today, so watch his goal: After playing the...

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Transfer Rumors: Samuel Umtiti Renewal Talks “Jammed”

Barcelona unwilling to match Manchester United’s offered salary - report “Umtiti in danger!” shouts tomorrow’s front cover of DIario SPORT. That’s because the player has a low release clause until his contract is renewed, and the talks have become “jammed” for the time being, according to the daily. Supposedly, Barcelona are unwilling to match the offer Manchester United...

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Messi has a revolver to his head called the World Cup - Sampaoli

Argentina coach Jorge Sampaoli is a pretty colourful character and he’s come up with some pretty interesting quotes about our man Lionel Messi. Turns out Sampaoli’s written a book which is due to be released in April, but extracts have been published in “Viva”, Clarin’s Sunday magazine and they’re pretty entertaining “Messi has a revolver put to his head called the World...

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