Barcelona show fighting spirit ahead of Porto challenge

Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport /NurPhoto via Getty Images New-found toughness could pay off big in the Champions League It’s hard to know what to think about this Barcelona team in the early goings of the season. Xavi’s men continue to search for a tactical identity from game to game. Which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It hasn’t been smooth sailing for the manager,...

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‘If Barca won it’s because we were better’ - Pep on Negreira

Photo by Richard Sellers/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images But justice will decide.... Pep Guardiola has shared his thoughts on the Negreira refereeing scandal that continues to dominate headlines once again. It has emerged this week that Barca are now under formal investigation for bribery, with Sevilla chiefs boycotting Friday’s match in protest at the situation. Guardiola...

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Barcelona offer update on Raphinha injury after Sevilla win

Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport /NurPhoto via Getty Images The Brazilian is out Barcelona have offered an update on Raphinha after the Brazilian was forced off injured against Sevilla on Friday night in La Liga. Raphinha had to be replaced by Fermin Lopez in the first half and it’s now been confirmed he is set for a spell on the sidelines with a hamstring injury. LATEST...

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WATCH: Ansu Fati scores his first goal for Brighton

Photo by James Gill/Getty Images The first of many? Ansu Fati scored his first goal for Brighton on Saturday following his summer move on loan from Barcelona. The youngster came on at half-time of Brighton’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa, with his team already 3-0 down after the first 45 minutes. Two goals from Ollie Watkins and a Pervis Estupinan strike had put...

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Three talking points from Barcelona 1-0 Sevilla

Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport /NurPhoto via Getty Images Another win for Xavi’s side Sergio Ramos to the rescue for Barca Barcelona went on the attack before the match with a statement severing ties with Sevilla, and Xavi did the same with his XI – starting Robert Lewandowski, Joao Felix, Raphinha and Lamine Yamal. Barcelona went on to create plenty of opportunities...

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FC Barcelona News: 30 September 2023

Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors FC Barcelona 1-0 Sevilla: Poetic justice - FC Barcelona FC Barcelona and Sevilla served a Friday footballing feast at Estadi Olímpic, and given the amount of drama out on the pitch, it seems amazing that there was only one goal scored, and an own goal at that. Xavi:...

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Barcelona have two diamonds in Gundogan and Lamine

Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images Ran the show against Sevilla... Shorn of the talents of Frenkie de Jong, Barca’s midfield took on an unusual look against Sevilla with Raphinha providing some zip to the front three as well as getting forward as often as play would allow. Until his untimely hamstring injury the Brazilian was quite lively without necessarily looking dangerous. On...

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Gavi reveals what Xavi tells him during Barca matches

Photo by David S.Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images The midfielder spoke out after the win over Sevilla Barcelona midfielder Gavi fronted up after the win over Sevilla on Friday to discuss the victory at Montjuic. The teenager put in another impressive showing, although it was noted how Xavi is constantly talking to him during matches. Gavi was asked what his manager is telling...

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Barça 1-0 Sevilla: Recap

Photo by David S.Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images A hard-fought and massive win Barcelona remain unbeaten to start the season and will be top of the La Liga table for at least one night thanks to a hard-fought 1-0 win over Sevilla at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium on Friday evening. Barça played very well for all 90 minutes and created several huge chances, but they struggled...

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Raphinha forced off injured for Barcelona against Sevilla

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images Another injury blow for the Catalans Barcelona lost Raphinha to injury in the first half of Friday’s La Liga clash against Sevilla. The Brazilian started the match but was forced off after 35 minutes after appearing to pick up a hamstring problem. Raphinha seemed to sustain the injury as he stretched to shoot at goal and quickly pulled...

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Barca blast Sevilla for ‘unjustified and inappropriate attack’

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images A spat before kick-off Barcelona have hit out at Sevilla ahead of tonight’s La Liga clash between the two sides after the Andalusians confirmed club officials would boycott the match at Montjuic. Sevilla issued a statement expressing their “complete outrage” at Barcelona over the Negreira refereeing scandal. The club added they “have suspended...

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Barça vs Sevilla: Live Thread

Photo by Cristian Trujillo/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images Join us for another Barcelona La Liga adventure! WELCOME TO THE MONTJUÏC OLYMPIC STADIUM!!! The beautiful temporary home of the world’s greatest club is the site of a huge La Liga game between visitors Sevilla and defending champions Barcelona, who come into this one looking to get back to winning ways after the...

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FC Barcelona News: 29 September 2023

Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors The squad to face Sevilla - FC Barcelona Football returns to the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys this Friday at 9pm CEST with FC Barcelona looking to remain unbeaten in the competition as they entertain Sevilla. Barça and Sergio Ramos, a rivalry for the ages - FC Barcelona The Andalusian is...

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‘We need Lewandowski’ - Barca star will wanted in Saudi Arabia

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images The forward has said he’s not interested Robert Lewandowski may have said publicly he’s not interested in a move to Saudi Arabia but his words appear to be falling on deaf ears. Speculation on Thursday claims the striker is still wanted in the Middle East and that he remains one of the “most coveted” players for Saudi sides. Abha Club...

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Barcelona announce net profits of €304m

Photo By Javier Borrego/Europa Press via Getty Images The results were better than expected Barcelona have announced profits of €304 million for the 2022/23 financial year, figures that were better than expected, according to the club. The Catalan giants’ economic problems have been well-documented in recent years but the club has now issued an update on their financial...

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Xavi talks Lamine Yamal, Raphinha and Barcelona’s defense

Photo by David S.Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images Catch up with the latest from the Barcelona boss Barcelona coach Xavi has been chatting with reporters ahead of the team’s next test against Sevilla on Friday in La Liga. It’s a quick turnaround for the champions who will be keen to get back to winning ways after dropping points at Real Mallorca. Xavi spoke about the game,...

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Brighton boss explains why he took Ansu off at half-time

Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images The youngster only played the first 45 minutes Robert De Zerbi has explained his decision to take off Ansu Fati at half-time of Brighton’s Carabao Cup clash against Chelsea on Wednesday. Fati only lasted 45 minutes of the defeat, but De Zerbi says it was all part of the plan as he wants the youngster to be involved at the weekend. “Before...

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Xavi determined to be careful with Lamine Yamal

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images The coach has plans Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has made it clear he’s determined to protect Lamine Yamal after watching the 16-year-old break into the first team. Lamine Yamal has already made history with club and country during his short career, and his early performances have shown exactly why there’s so much hype surrounding Barca’s...

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FC Barcelona News: 28 September 2023

Photo by Alvaro Medranda/NurPhoto via Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors Recovery session at the Ciutat Esportiva - FC Barcelona No times to waste for FC Barcelona at the Ciutat Esportiva following on from the 2-2 draw in Son Moix against Mallorca on Tuesday. Xavi Hernández's squad were in action at the Ciutat Esportiva on Wednesday for a recover...

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How will Barça line up against Sevilla?

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images The champions return home for a big league game After a wild draw in midweek against Mallorca on the road, Barcelona are back home to continue a busy stretch of fixtures when they meet Sevilla at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium on Friday night. The two points dropped on Tuesday mean that Barça’s stay at the top of the La Liga table was short-lived,...

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Barcelona hoping to renew Lamine Yamal by next week - report

Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images The Catalans want their young star to stay FC Barcelona are planning to renew Lamine Yamal, and soon. According to the latest reports, the club wants to put pen to paper as early as next week. It’s understood that his renewal deal has already been agreed to by all parties, weeks ago. It’s now a matter of the physical act of signing the contract. The...

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Xavi tipped to rest Cancelo for Barca vs Sevilla

Photo by Alvaro Medranda/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Catalans are back in action on Friday night Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez is being tipped to rest Joao Cancelo for Friday night’s La Liga clash against Sevilla. Xavi has already said he’s planning a couple of rotations for every match currently, and it looks like the new arrival could be due a rest. Diario Sport reckon...

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Eric Garcia sends Girona top of the table in La Liga

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images Great moment for the defender Eric Garcia scored his first goal for Girona on Wednesday to send Michel’s side top of the table in Spain after seven matches. Michel’s men have made an impressive start to the new campaign and have secured top spot ahead of Real Madrid and Barcelona. The goal & the celebration ✨ 1st for @ericgm3 at...

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Fermin ‘hurt’ by Barca draw & says scoring ‘least important thing’

Photo by Alvaro Medranda/NurPhoto via Getty Images The youngster opened his account at Mallorca Fermín Lopez played a pivotal role in Barcelona’s 2-2 draw against Mallorca at Son Moix. The midfielder made a significant impact coming off the bench, notching his first official goal for Barça, which secured a crucial point for the team. However, his departure from the match...

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Five talking points from Real Mallorca 2-2 Barcelona

Photo by Cristian Trujillo/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images Xavi’s side drop points away from home Xavi rotates but Barcelona struggle Xavi was as good as his word against Mallorca, opting to rest Jules Kounde and Robert Lewandowski as he rotated his squad and made five changes. The Barcelona boss has been reluctant to take Lewandowski out of his team since signing him...

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FC Barcelona News: 27 September 2023

Photo by David S.Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors RCD Mallorca 2-2 FC Barcelona: One point salvaged, and almost three - FC Barcelona The Catalans go behind twice and find an answer both times but can't find a winner in the Balearic Islands Fermín opens his account - FC Barcelona The 2-2 draw against Mallorca saw 20 year...

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Deco gives update on Barca’s plans for Felix and Cancelo

Photo by David S. Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images Will the club try to sign both players permanently? Barcelona sporting director Deco spoke about new signings Joao Felix and Joao Cancelo before the team’s clash with Real Mallorca. There’s plenty of talk already that Barcelona will try to keep the two loanees, but Deco says it’s far too early to think about whether both...

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