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24Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Real Madrid superstar missed Belgium game due to ‘muscle overload’ – report

Thibaut Courtois goalkeeper of Belgium and Real Madrid during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A/B Play-offs first leg match between Ukraine and Belgium at Estadio Enrique Roca on March 20, 2025 in Murcia, Spain. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) There was much excitement surrounding Thibaut Courtois ahead of Belgium’s game against Ukraine. However, much to the disappointment of the Belgian fans, Courtois was not even named as part of the squad, sparking immediate fears over his fitness. Courtois had muscle overload In the wake of Courtois’ absence against Ukraine, Belgium has reported that the Real Madrid goalkeeper had a muscle overload. As reported by Rodra P, it appears the Belgian team had tested Courtois before kick off and opted not to take any ri...

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22Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona youngster Pau Cubarsi injured

Pau Cubarsi centre-back of Barcelona and Spain during the La Liga match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on March 16, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. Spanish LaLiga side Barcelona's young defender Pau Cubarsi has been injured. According to a statement on Barcelona's official website on Saturday, Cubarsi has suffered a strain to the anterior tibiofibular ligament in his right ankle. The 18-year-old Spaniard will be reevaluated on Monday after 48 hours of conservative treatment. Cubarsi had to come off injured in the 41st minute of Thursday's 2-2 draw between Spain and the Netherlands in the first leg of the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals, leaving his place to Dean Huijsen.

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19Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Yamal reveals the secrets to Flick’s success at Barca

Lamine Yamal right winger of Barcelona and Spain during the La Liga match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on March 16, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. Lamine Yamal has been chatting on international duty with Spain and has been asked about the secrets to Hansi Flick’s success at Barcelona. The German has his team top of the table in La Liga, into the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey and still in contention in the Champions League. Here’s what Yamal thinks the German is doing right at Barca. “He has put in our minds that the most important thing is intensity, that we fight for each other, that we give everything for the shirt, for the players, for the fans, for the family... We must always have the desire to win,” he told Diario Sport. “He is very close, he...

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18Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Barcelona confirm partial ligament tear for midfielder, no surgery

Marc Casado defensive midfield of Barcelona and Spain during the La Liga EA Sports match between Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 1, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. After the game against Atletico Madrid on Sunday, FC Barcelona confirmed that key midfielder Marc Casado had suffered a knee ligament injury. Having carried out additional tests today, the Blaugrana have announced that the 21-year-old has suffered a partial tear of the external ligament in his right knee. The club’s statement also revealed that the Spanish international will undergo conservative treatment, meaning he will not be undergoing surgery to address the issue. As previously reported, the problem is expected to keep Casado out of action for about two months. "This morning further tests...

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14Mar By Silver Emmanuel5 Comments

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Ferran Torres: ‘I can be Barcelona’s starting striker’

Ferran Torres left winger of Barcelona and Spain reacts during the La Liga EA Sports match between Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 1, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Ferran Torres says he can be Barcelona’s future center forward and take over from 36-year-old Robert Lewandowski. The Poland international is expected to stay at Barcelona for another season, but it’s thought the Catalans are already looking at potential successors. Ferran usually plays out wide but has deputised for Lewandowski in a more central role this season and thinks he could do the job on a full-time basis.“I can be Barça’s starting center forward,” he told TV3. “I have confidence in myself and I can be FC Barcelona...

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12Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Flick hails ‘brilliant’ Lamine and ‘best in the world’ Pedri

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona interacts with Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, as he leaves the pitch during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and SL Benfica at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on March 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona boss Hansi Flick hailed Lamine Yamal after seeing the teenager star for Barcelona against Benfica in the Champions League. The teenager set up the first, although it wasn’t quite as he intended as he’s admitted, and then scored a sensational second on a great night for Barca. Flick was thrilled to see Lamine at his best once again as Barca advance to the quarter-finals. “I’m very happy for Lamine, we all are,” he told reporters. “He was ...

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10Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Marc-Andre ter Stegen issues angry statement after allegations about Barcelona star’s marriage

Marc-Andre ter Stegen goalkeeper of Barcelona and Germany lifts the trophy after winning with his team during the Spanish Super Cup final match between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona at King Abdullah Sports City on January 12, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen has issued a very strong statement and heavily criticised Catalunya Radio about recent reports concerning his private life. Ter Stegen and his wife recently announced plans to separate, leading to allegations Dani had cheated on him with a personal trainer. The Germany international has now hit back at the “false news” and called out the journalists involved as “liars” as he insists the claims are completely false. Here’s the statement he’s posted on social media. “Dear all, I am shocked and d...

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9Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Robert Lewandowski’s agent confirms Barcelona future

Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona in Lisbon, Portugal, on March 5, 2025. The agent of Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski has this weekend provided an update on his client’s future with the club. Frontman Lewandowski has of course continued to play a leading role for Barcelona across the season to date. All told, in 38 appearances across all competitions, the Polish international has racked up a hugely impressive haul of 34 goals, and three assists. And yet, despite such stellar numbers, many of a Blaugrana persuasion continue to point towards Lewandowski as a player in need of replacing. Owing to his age and all-round centre-forward play, it has been suggested that Hansi Fl...

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8Mar By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

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Real Madrid could reportedly replace Carlo Ancelotti next season

Carlo Ancelotti head coach of Real Madrid looks to Kylian Mbappe centre-forward of Real Madrid and France after is replaced during the LaLiga match between Real Betis Balompie and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Benito Villamarin on March 2, 2025 in Seville, Spain. Real Madrid have had a successful three-year partnership with legendary Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti in his second spell in charge of the club. He has won 10 titles, and could win more by the end of this season as he challenges for all three major competitions. Real Madrid are third in the league, and sit with an advantage in the round of 16 of the Champions League as well as the semi-finals of the Copa Del Rey. However, there is a possibility that despite these accomplishments, Ancelotti does not sit in the dugout come the s...

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7Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Deco offers fresh update on Ansu Fati’s Barcelona future

Ansu Fati trains during the match between FC Barcelona and Atalanta BC, corresponding to week 8 of the league phase of the UEFA Champions League, at the Lluis Companys Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on January 29, 2025. Barcelona sporting director Deco has denied the club are already looking for a way to offload Ansu Fati this summer. Fati is struggling for game time at Barcelona this season, leading to speculation he will be shown the exit door at the end of the campaign. Deco was asked about the situation ahead of kick-off against Benfica and said a decision has not yet been made on Ansu’s future. “No, first of all, Ansu is part of the team. He has had many injuries, he has had bad luck, in important moments when he was developing, but he has been unlucky with injuries,” he told the me...

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5Mar By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Carlo Ancelotti concerned about one key aspect of his Real Madrid team

VALDEBEBAS, SPAIN - MARCH 03: Carlo Ancelotti, head coach of Real Madrid, attends his press conference ahead of the UEFA Champions League, football match against Atletico de Madrid, at Ciudad Deportiva Real Madrid on March 03, 2025, in Madrid, Spain. Real Madrid secured a key advantage in their Champions League matchup against Atletico Madrid by registering a hard-fought 2-1 win in the first leg at the Santiago Bernabeu. However, the margin of Real Madrid’s victory could have been much higher had it not been for some indecision from the attackers in front of goal. The performances of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius, in particular, were concerning as both struggled to make any impact on last night’s game. Although coach Carlo Ancelotti, in the post-match presser, defended the duo citing Atle...

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5Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Barcelona prepare for goalkeeping transition with three options on the table – Report

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 02: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) After not having brought any new players into Hansi Flick’s team in the last winter transfer window, FC Barcelona are likely to bring some reinforcements next summer. In this window, the Blaugranes are expected to bring in another forward to add more depth to their already set attacking line, while other areas, like the flanks, might also be strengthened. However, another position that the Catalans understand they need to strengthen in the long run is that of the goalkeeper. Their starting goalkeeper, Marc Andre Ter Stegen, is c...

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3Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Ancelotti: “Injuries are an opportunity to see the character of the team”

Carlo Ancelotti head coach of Real Madrid during the LaLiga match between Real Betis Balompie and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Benito Villamarin on March 2, 2025 in Seville, Spain. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti spoke to the media ahead of the UEFA Champions League tie against Atlético Madrid, addressing a number of pre-match topics. Among them was the team’s ability to compete on all three fronts, as Ancelotti reflected that “we have had very serious injuries. This affects a season, obviously, but in this sense we have a very good player who is helping us a lot like Raúl Asencio. Sometimes injuries are an opportunity to see the character of the team and the squad and new players. The truth is that it is a very physically demanding schedule for the players.” Ancelotti on what he wants...

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3Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Real Madrid growing concerned about team’s attitude after Real Betis defeat

SEVILLE, SPAIN - MARCH 01: Carlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Real Madrid, looks on from the bench prior to the LaLiga match between Real Betis Balompie and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Benito Villamarin on March 01, 2025 in Seville, Spain. A recent update from MARCA has shed light on growing concerns within Real Madrid’s management regarding the team’s attitude, particularly in the aftermath of their disappointing loss to Real Betis. The outlet mentions that the defeat has dealt a significant blow to the squad’s morale, raising questions about their mentality and approach in crucial moments of the season. Days before the setback against Betis, Real Madrid had secured an impressive victory over Manchester City, a result that seemed to suggest their season was back on track. However, the mome...

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2Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Barcelona plot surprising Raphinha sale in 2026

BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Raphinha of FC Barcelona in action during the Spanish Cup, Copa del Rey, semi-final football match played between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona are looking to extend the contract of Raphinha, at the same time as preparing for an exit by the time the 2026 World Cup comes around, reports in Spain claim. The 28-year-old has been of Barcelona's most outstanding players of what's generally been an impressive season, registering 24 goals and 18 assists across 38 appearances in all competitions. Playing alongside Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski in a devastatingly talented front three, Raphinha has elevated his game to previously unseen levels and is now thought of as o...

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1Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Isco’s Betis upset Liga champions Real Madrid

SEVILLA, SPAIN - MARCH 1: (L-R) Isco of Real Betis Sevilla, Luka Modric of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Betis Sevilla v Real Madrid at the Estadio Benito Villamarin on March 1, 2025 in Sevilla Spain. La Liga champions Real Madrid suffered a dent to their title defence with a 2-1 defeat at Real Betis on Saturday. Isco scored the winner from the penalty spot against his former side, who are level on points with league leaders Barcelona, who face Real Sociedad on Sunday. Atletico Madrid, third, host Athletic Bilbao later Saturday and can move top with a victory. The visitors took the lead at the Benito Villamarin stadium through Brahim Diaz but Betis struck back with a Johnny Cardoso header. Isco secured the Andalusian side a deserved victory with a penalty ea...

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27Feb By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Flick makes De Jong demand after Barca’s draw with Atletico

FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick during the Copa del Rey match, Semi-finals, leg 1, between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid played at Lluis Companys Stadium on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Hansi Flick made it clear he wasn’t happy with Barcelona’s defensive effort after Tuesday’s Copa del Rey semi-final draw against Atletico Madrid. According to Marca, Flick has analysed the game and called on Frenkie de Jong to be “more decisive” defensively to help support the backline. De Jong had a good game against Atletico, but Flick wants more from the Dutchman and feels he could have done better against Diego Simeone’s side. The German coach has noted how De Jong failed to close down Angel Correa in the build-up to Atletico’s third goal which put the visitors back in the game. Flic...

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27Feb By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Vinicius: “Playing my first game as captain is a source of pride for me and my family”

SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 26: Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid during the Spanish Cup, Copa del Rey, semi-final football match played between Real Sociedad and Real Madrid at Reale Arena stadium on February 26, 2025 in San Sebastian, Spain. In a significant night for Real Madrid’s Brazilian superstar, Vinicius Jr. captained Real Madrid for the first time in their victory over Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey semi-finals. “It’s something very special,” Vinicius told Real Madrid TV after the match. “After so much time here and at 24 years old, playing my first game as captain is a source of pride for me and my family, after everything we’ve been through to be here, to reach the club of my dreams and to be able to fulfill my dreams... I hope I can continue doing this for a long time. ...

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26Feb By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Real Madrid star to be handed rare start vs Real Sociedad

MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 24: Eduardo Camavinga and Endrick Felipe players of Real Madrid are training at Valdebebas training ground on February 24, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. An oft-overlooked member of the attacking ranks at La Liga giants Real Madrid is expected to be afforded a starting berth in the club’s next outing. That’s according to Marca, who point towards Endrick as the player in question. Real Madrid, of course, are primed to return to action in short order. Turning attentions back towards matters in the Copa del Rey, Los Blancos have made the trip to Anoeta, for a semi-final first-leg meeting with Real Sociedad. Carlo Ancelotti and co. opted to leave several of the club’s leading stars out of Real’s travelling squad for the clash, including Thibaut Courtois, Federico Valverde an...

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24Feb By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Sevilla star a last-minute scratch from squad to face Mallorca

VALENCIA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 24: (L-R) David Torres of Real Valladolid, Gerard Peque Fernandez of Sevilla during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Valencia v Osasuna at the Estadio de Mestalla on September 24, 2024 in Valencia Spain. La Liga outfit Sevilla have on Monday revealed a fresh injury setback in the club’s first-team ranks. This comes amid confirmation that Gerard Fernández (commonly referred to as Peque) will play no part in the club’s next outing. Sevilla are primed to return to action later this evening, in a league meeting with RCD Mallorca. As is customary, the Andalusians therefore unveiled the club’s matchday squad for the clash on Monday afternoon. And nowhere to be seen was the name of the aforementioned Peque. As per a report from Mundo Deportivo: ‘The absence of Pequ...

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