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Barcelona sensation Gavi breaks down in tears as he hobbles out of Spain Euros qualifier

Pablo Gavi of Spain reacts after injury during the UEFA EURO 2024 European qualifier match between Spain and Georgia at Jose Zorrilla on November 19, 2023 in Valladolid, Spain. Barcelona wonderkid Gavi was left in floods of tears after suffering a serious injury while on Spain duty.The talented playmaker appeared to jar his knee badly as he brought the ball down during the Euro 2024 qualifier against Georgia without another player anywhere near him. Gavi seemed to know it was serious straight away, wincing in pain and then tearing up as he was treated and hobblied off the field.A spokesperson for the Spanish Football Federation told ESPN that the 19-year-old had suffered a “significant knee injury”. He will reportedly undergo tests to determine the severity of the injury on Monday.Lat...
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Barcelona will bring in €5 million from friendly vs Club America in Dallas next month

 Xavi Hernandez during the match between FC Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves, corresponding to the week 13 of LaLiga EA Sports, played at the Olympic Stadium Lluis Companys, in Barcelona, on 12th November 2023.It has been speculated for quite some time now that Barcelona will be arranging a friendly match next month in order to generate some revenue in the lead-up to the January transfer window.Even though some details about the friendly had emerged in the media, nothing was set in stone as reports suggested that Barça were yet to fully decide whether to play the match in the USA or the Middle East.Dallas selected as location, Club America the opponentsHowever, as per the latest update from Fernando Polo of Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona will be facing Mexican outfit Club America in the fri...
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Real Madrid star out for months after injuring knee on international duty

 Eduardo CAMAVINGA during the French Players a training session at Centre National du Football on November 15, 2023 in Clairefontaine-en-Yvelines, France.Eduardo Camavinga is set for a spell on the sidelines.That’s according to widespread reports, including one from BeIN Sports, which say the Real Madrid defender has picked up a knee injury during a recent international training session with France.Preparing for two European Championship qualifiers against Gibraltar and Greece, Camavinga, 21, was called up to Didier Deschamps’ latest Les Bleus squad.The 21-year-old will not be able to play in Saturday and next Tuesday’s matches though. Colliding with a teammate during a recent training session, the former Stade Rennes star will miss the next two months worth of international and domes...
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Ilkay Gundogan’s agent speaks out on shock Barcelona exit rumours

Ilkay Gundogan of FC Barcelona run with the ball during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 12, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.Ilkay Gundogan’s agent has denied rumours that he held talks with representatives from Galatasaray, after reports that his client was considering a move to Turkey.Reports emerged from Turkey that Gundogan’s agent and brother Ilhan met directors of Galatasaray ahead of the Turkish giants taking on Bayern Munich in the Champions League.The midfielder only joined Barcelona from Manchester City over the summer and has a contract that runs until 2025 so the reports were something of a surprise and the agent has now denied them.‘The reports in the press these days about Ilkay do not reflect the truth...
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Real Madrid player suffers injury scare on international duty

 Rodrygo of Real Madrid celebrates with teammate Eduardo Camavinga after scoring the team's fifth goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid CF and Valencia CF at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on November 11, 2023 in Madrid, Real Madrid already have a lot of injury problems and do not need any more headaches in that department. Thibaut Courtois and Eder Militao are out for the long term. On the other hand, Arda Guler has not even made his debut for the club since joining in the summer and has picked up three injuries already. There are several others who have dealt with short to medium-term problems.Naturally, the club would have been worried when news broke out earlier that Eduardo Camavinga had to leave French national team training after he collided with Ousmane De...
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Lewandowski double earns Barca comeback win over Alaves

 Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates with Joao Felix of FC Barcelona after scoring the team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 12, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.Polish ace Robert Lewandowski has struck twice to lead Barcelona to a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Alaves in the Spanish league, moving them to within four points of surprise leaders Girona.The home win on Sunday also moved Barcelona back within two points of second-placed Real Madrid, who had routed Valencia 5-1 the previous day.Fellow Catalan club Girona had also come from one down to win 2-1 at Rayo Vallecano, also on Saturday.Alaves took the lead in a breakaway one minute into the match in Montjuic, but Lewandowski help...
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Barcelona captain steps up, says its “All in our hands” – report

 Marc-Andre ter Stegen of FC Barcelona in action during the UEFA Champions League Group H match between FC Porto and FC Barcelona at the Estadio Do Dragao on October 4, 2023 in Porto, Portugal.In order for a team like Barcelona to remain strong and united, the presence of competent leaders is crucial. Over the years, many greats of the game have donned the captain’s armband within FC Barcelona. However, certain players lead by example while others lead through this mental strength.Currently, Barcelona has four captains assigned to the first team. Sergi Roberto is the first captain, followed by Marc Andre Ter Stegen, Ronald Araujo, and Frenkie De Jong as the other captains. Due to the lack of time that Roberto has had on the field this season, Ter Stegen is the one who typically repres...
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Federico Valverde signs new Real Madrid contract

 Federico Valverde central midfield of Real Madrid and Uruguay during the LaLiga Santander match between Real Madrid CF and Real Sociedad at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on January 29, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. Real Madrid have confirmed that midfielder Federico Valverde has signed a new contract at the Santiago Bernabeu.As 90min revealed last month, Valverde agreed fresh terms as part of a major contract drive which has seen a number of top stars ink fresh terms in recent weeks.Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo and Eduardo Camavinga have all extended their deals and now Valverde has followed suit by agreeing a new deal to tie himself to Madrid until 2029.90min understands centre-back Eder Militao will be the next player to sign a new contract with Carlo Ancelotti's side. An agreement in prinic...
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Barcelona leave it late to see off Sociedad in La Liga

 Ronald Araujo of FC Barcelona celebrates 0-1 during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad v FC Barcelona at the Reale Arena Stadium on November 4, 2023 in San Sebastian Spain.Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo has scored deep in added time to snatch a 1-0 win for Barcelona at Real Sociedad, but Girona still lead the Spanish league after beating Osasuna 4-2.Araujo charged forward to join the attack in the dying moments in San Sebastian and guided home a lobbed pass by Ilkay Guendogan with a header to clinch victory for the visitors.The goal saw Barcelona move back ahead of Atletico Madrid and into third place. Barcelona trail Girona by four points and second-placed Real Madrid by one."Real (Sociedad) is a great team and pressured us all game," Araujo said."We didn't play well, ...
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Las Palmas stun Atletico with 2-1 victory in La Liga

 Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad is put under pressure by Rodrigo De Paul adm Alvaro Morata of Atletico de Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad at Civitas Metropolitano Stadium on October 08, 2023 in Madrid, Spain.Atletico Madrid have squandered their chance to go joint top of the Spanish league after a surprise 2-1 defeat at Las Palmas.The capital side started the day in third place - three points behind Real Madrid and Girona but with a game in hand.Having won their previous six league games, Atletico were a hot favourite to make it seven straight but second-half goals from Kirian Rodriguez and Benito Ramirez gave the home side a healthy lead.Alvaro Morata pulled a goal back for the visitors with seven minutes remaining but it was not ...
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Rodrygo extends Real Madrid contract until 2028

 Rodrygo Goes of Real Madrid controls the ball during the La Liga "el clasico" match between FC Barcelona v Real Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on October 28th, 2023. Brazil forward Rodrygo has signed a new extended contract at Real Madrid until 2028 with a reported release clause of one billion euros.The 22-year-old has scored 39 goals in 179 games for Real and also has 18 Brazil caps.The forward joined the La Liga club aged 18 from Brazilian side Santos.During his time at Real he has won two La Liga titles, the Copa del Rey, the Uefa Champions League, the European Super Cup and the Club World Cup.He was included in Brazil's 2022 World Cup squad, making five appearances in Qatar.Rodrygo's international teammate Vinicius Jr also extended his contract...
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Barcelona star Ilkay Gundogan ‘doesn’t know how he lived in Manchester for seven years’ – report

 Ilkay Gundogan of FC Barcelona during the UEFA Champions League match between FC Barcelona v Shakhtar Donetsk of Group H at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on October 25th, 2023. Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has been in the headlines all week, as reports of his discontent with the club followed on from his post-Clasico frustration.Over the past 24 hours, there has been a counter-reaction, with Gundogan reportedly clearing the air with his teammates, and his partner Sara Gundogan rubbishing reports that they were not happy with Barcelona the club.Now further information has been published by Sport, which details that Gundogan is enjoying life in his new home. The Gundogan family are currently renting an apartment in central Barcelona near the iconic Pass...
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Vinicius Jr extends Real contract

 Vinicius Junior left winger of Real Madrid and Brazil prior the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 28, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr has extended his contract until 2027.The Brazil international, 23, has scored 63 goals in 235 games and won nine trophies with Real, including the 2022 Champions League.Vinicius, whose contract was set to expire next year, joined for £38m as an 18-year-old from Flamengo in 2018."Hello Madrid fans, I am very happy to renew my contract. It is a dream for me," he said in a video clip on Real's social media."I hope I can continue here for many years, scoring many goals and winning many titles. Thank you very much for the love. Hala Madrid!"On Monday Vini...
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3 Real Madrid players who must step up the most after Aurélien Tchouaméni injury

 08 Toni Kroos of Real Madrid during the La Liga "el clasico" match between FC Barcelona v Real Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on October 28th, 2023.Real Madrid fans were in jubilation after their late 2-1 victory over rivals Barcelona on the road in El Clásico, courtesy of two very different but equally important goals from new superstar Jude Bellingham.However, Bellingham wasn’t the only player who had a strong influence on the match. Defenders David Alaba and Dani Carvajal had goal-saving interventions, while Toni Kroos and Aurélien Tchouaméni were their usual stalwart selves in midfield against a very talented Barcelona trio.Unfortunately, Madridistas joy has turned to concern the day after the massive match, as Los Blancos officially announced Tchoua...
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El Clasico: Late Bellingham winner helps Real Madrid beat Barca

 Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrates 1-2 with Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid, Joselu Mato of Real Madrid, Dani Carvajal of Real Madrid, Eduardo Camavinga of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona v Real Madrid at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium on October 28, 2023 in Barcelona Spain.Jude Bellingham scored an incredible equaliser and a 92nd-minute winner to help Real Madrid come from behind to beat rivals Barcelona on his first El Clasico appearance.Ilkay Gundogan’s first Barca goal had put the hosts ahead after six minutes.But Bellingham smashed a sensational leveller in the 68th minute, finding the top corner from 30 yards out.The England midfielder then netted an injury-time volley to continue his fairytale start to his Real career.He now has 13 ...
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Robert Lewandowski on course to play in Clasico against Real Madrid, says Xavi Hernandez

 Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona with coach Xavi Hernandez of FC Barcelona during the UEFA Champions League Group H match between FC Porto and FC Barcelona at the Estadio Do Dragao on October 4, 2023 in Porto, Portugal. FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez is cautiously optimistic that he will be able to count on his top player, forward Robert Lewandowski, for Saturday’s Clasico against arch-rivals Real Madrid.After facing serious injury problems in the last few weeks with up to seven players out, Xavi got good news on Friday as Lewandowski, Frenkie de Jong, Jules Kounde, Raphinha and Pedri participated in training before the big game.Defender Joules Kounde and midfielders Pedri and Sergi Roberto have been ruled out, but Lewandowski, De Jong and Raphinha are ahead of schedule in ...
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Xavi: ‘No fear in faces’ of Barca teens like Guiu

Marc Guiu of FC Barcelona celebrates with team mates after scoring the team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 22, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez praised the fearless Marc Guiu after the 17-year-old came off the bench to score the only goal of the game in his debut against Athletic Bilbao on Sunday.Guiu was introduced with just over 10 minutes left at the Olympic Stadium, sliding home the winner 33 seconds later after being fed by João Félix to give Barca a narrow 1-0 victory."Marc is a kid from the academy and he made the difference," Xavi said in a news conference. "I am happy for him and with the three points, which are really important."I thought of him in tha...
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Barcelona evaluate their concerns for rotation ahead of Bilbao clash

 Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League match of Group C between FC Barcelona and FC Viktoria Plezen at Spotify Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on September 7th, 2022. FC Barcelona return to club football action as their international players return to Catalonia. The international break has finally come to an end, and Barca can consider themselves to be fortunate. No long-term injuries have been sustained during this period away from club football, leaving Barça joyous.Up next for FC Barcelona is a clash against Athletic Bilbao at the Montjuic Stadium. The Catalan giants currently sit on third place in La Liga, behind Girona and Real Madrid. As a result, getting a favorable result against their Basque opponents wi...
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Ramos set for Real Madrid reunion as Sevilla start new era

 Sergio Ramos of Sevilla FC looks on during the UEFA Champions League match between PSV Eindhoven and Sevilla FC at Philips Stadion on October 3, 2023 in Eindhoven, Netherlands. New Sevilla coach Diego Alonso faces a stern test in his first game at the helm and in experienced veteran centre-back Ramos he has a player who can offer plenty of insight into Carlo Ancelotti's Madrid side.Ramos controversially left Seville for the Spanish capital at the age of 19, which some fans have never forgotten, even though the majority welcomed him back with open arms this summer.In the years after his departure, Ramos was keen to goad his former side, while he was roundly booed on visits to face Seville.However, the defender said he could "die happy" after playing for his boyhood club again, an...
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Paul Scholes: Jude Bellingham is better than anything we’ve seen

 Jude Bellingham central midfield of Real Madrid and England controls the ball during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid CF and CA Osasuna at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on October 7, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has heaped praise on Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham, claiming that the 20-year-old is “better than anything we’ve seen” in football.Scholes, who won 11 Premier League titles and two Champions League trophies with United, spoke to TNT Sports about Bellingham’s remarkable rise from Birmingham City to Real Madrid via Borussia Dortmund.He said: “I think Jude Bellingham for his age and what he’s accomplished so far in his short career, is better than anything we’ve seen. He started at Birmingham and then decided to go to ...
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