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31Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Lewandowski hits two as Barcelona move three points clear of champions Madrid

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 30: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring his team's third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Girona FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Barcelona re-established a three-point lead at the top of La Liga with a comfortable victory over Girona at the Olympic Stadium. Ladislav Krejci’s own goal had given the hosts a deserved first-half lead against their Catalan rivals, who threatened to cause a shock when Arnaut Danjuma levelled against the run of play early in the second half. However, Poland forward Lewandowski put Hansi Flick’s side back ahead just after the hour mark with an improvised finish, and he then scored his 25th league goal of...

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30Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Carlo Ancelotti: La Liga title race will be a three-team battle

MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 29: Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid celebrates with his teammates after scoring his team's third goal during the La Liga match between Real Madrid CF and CD Leganés at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on March 29, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. Carlo Ancelotti is under no illusions over the task facing Real Madrid in the La Liga title race. As rivals Barcelona returned from the international break with a 3-0 midweek win over Osasuna – Los Blancos needed to react in their own comeback. Ancelotti’s charges were forced to dig deep to secure a late 3-2 win over Leganes via a Kylian Mbappe double in the capital. That moves Real Madrid back level with leaders Barcelona with the Catalans holding on to top spot due to a better head-to-head record. However, Barcelona can move further ahead ...

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28Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Bayer Leverkusen prepared to take a risk with Florian Wirtz

LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - MARCH 8: Florian Wirtz of Bayer Leverkusen injured on the pitch during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and SV Werder Bremen at BayArena on March 8, 2025 in Leverkusen, Germany. Florian Wirtz suffered an ankle injury on March 8 but could return for Bayer Leverkusen earlier than expected. Speaking in Thursday’s press conference, Xabi Alonso hinted that they would be prepared to take a risk on the German’s fitness with the possibility of retaining their Bundesliga title still alive. “I’ve spoken to Flo, he’s feeling better,” said Alonso. “Maybe he’ll be back sooner than expected.” Wirtz left the BayArena on crutches during Bayer’s 2-0 defeat against Werder Bremen and reports initially suggested that 21-year-old would be sidelined for their DFB Pokal...

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28Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona go three points atop La Liga with win

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 27: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 27, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona swept to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Osasuna to move three points clear at the top of La Liga despite their discontent at having to play their match on Thursday local time. The Catalans' appeal against the rescheduling of this game was rejected but Hansi Flick's side, unbeaten in 19 matches across all competitions, still made light work of Osasuna, 14th. Ferran Torres and Dani Olmo netted in the first half with Robert Lewandowski on target after the break. Barca were without key winger Raphinha as he played for Brazil on Wednesday in ...

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25Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Arda Guler plays down Inter transfer speculation

Arda Guler attacking midfield of Real Madrid and Turkey during the La Liga match between Villarreal CF and Real Madrid CF at Estadio de la Ceramica on March 16, 2025 in Villarreal, Spain. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Real Madrid talent Arda Guler insists he believes in the Merengues’ project and ‘won’t stop fighting’ until he becomes an important player in the team. The Turkey international has been linked with a move to Inter in the summer. Italian media suggested that Nerazzurri had already opened preliminary talks with the player’s entourage, and Hakan Calhanoglu suggested that his compatriot move to the Stadio Meazza to get more playing time. Guler replied to questions about his future in an interview with Marca, but didn’t seem willing to ch...

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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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