Tag: Barcelona

28May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Romeu returns to Barcelona after Girona loan

VALLADOLID, SPAIN - MAY 13: Oriol Romeu of Girona FC in action during the LaLiga match between Real Valladolid CF and Girona FC at Estadio Jose Zorrilla on May 13, 2025 in Valladolid, Spain. Oriol Romeu has returned to parent club Barcelona following the end of his season-loan deal with Girona. The club confirmed Romeu was departing following the end of the 2024-25 La Liga season. Romeu made 31 appearances in all competitions for Michel’s side who ended the campaign in 16th place in the table. Here’s the club’s statement: ”Bryan Gil, Oriol Romeu, Arnaut Danjuma and Arthur Melo, the four players on loan who have worn the red and white shirt this season, return to their teams of origin. Romeu has played sixty-five games between two stages, scoring two goals; Bryan has played on thirty-t...

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27May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

LALIGA

Barca extends wunderkind Yamal through 2031

Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring a goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Llus Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. Barcelona has inked young superstar Lamine Yamal to a new deal. The team announced an extension on Tuesday that will take the 17-year-old Spain winger through 2031. Yamal made his senior debut in 2023 at the age of 15. "Yamal's renewal is a demonstration of the solidity of Barca's project," the team said in a statement. "His emergence on to the world football scene is like few others. The lad from Mataro near Barcelona has exploded on to the stage that is world football with performances that are already part of Barcelona history." Yamal made 55 appearances across all competitions this seaso...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Spanish champs Barcelona end season in style

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 25: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates with his teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Athletic Club and FC Barcelona at Estadio de San Mames on May 25, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. Barcelona have capped their title-winning campaign with a 3-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao, with Robert Lewandowski scoring twice but falling short of catching Kylian Mbappe as the Spanish league's top scorer for the season. Lewandowski found the net in the 14th and 17th minutes in Bilbao to finish the season with 27 goals, four fewer than Frenchman Mbappe, who scored twice in Real Madrid's 2-0 win against Real Sociedad on Saturday. Poland international Lewandowski hadn't scored since April 9 in a Champions League match against Boruss...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

TRANSFERS

Barcelona negotiating a fee lower than €20m for outcast as he accepts Ligue 1 switch

Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olímpic Lluís Companys on May 18, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Ansu Fati appears all set to bring an end to his tenure at FC Barcelona with tomorrow’s La Liga clash against Athletic Club expected to be his final one. The 22-year-old La Masia forward was seen as the future of the team when he broke into the senior setup as a teenager. Injuries and recurring physical problems, however, meant that he has been unable to live up to the potential. Having failed to feature much under Hansi Flick this season, Ansu is now set to be on the move in the summer, with AS Monaco set to be his next destination. Barcelona, Monaco negotiating fee It was earlier suggested that Ansu might be joining Monaco on a loan ...

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22May By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

LALIGA

Raphinha extends Barca contract until 2028

Raphinha Dias and Lamine Yamal play during the match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF, corresponding to week 37 of LaLiga EA Sports, at the Olympic Stadium Lluis Companys, in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Barcelona have confirmed that Raphinha has penned a contract extension at the club until 2028.The new deal is thought to include a pay rise for the Brazilian who is coming off a stunning season for the Catalan giants. Here’s the club’s official statement:“Contract renewal agreement reached between FC Barcelona and the player Raphael Dias “Raphinha”, who is now set to stay with the Club until 30 June 2028. “The Brazilian forward signed his new contract on Thursday at the Club offices in the presence of FC Bar...

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21May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

LALIGA

Atletico chief hopeful of reaching agreement with Barca for Lenglet

Clement Lenglet centre-back of Atletico de Madrid and France during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 second leg match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid C.F. at Estadio Riyadh Air Metropolitano on March 12, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo says he’s hopeful of reaching an agreement with Barcelona for on loan defender Clement Lenglet. The Frenchman moved to Atletico in the summer on a season-long loan and has gone on to become a regular for Diego Simeone. Atletico reportedly wanted to keep hold of Lenglet permanently but agreeing a fee with Barcelona may prove to be tricky. However, Cerezo is confident an agreement can be reached for Lenglet to stay. “Lenglet is a player owned by Barça,” he told TV3. “Let’...

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20May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Bayern Munich close in on Jonathan Tah deal despite Barcelona interest

Jonathan Tah of Bayer 04 Leverkusen looks on during the 1.Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund at BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany on May 11, 2025. Bayern Munich are making strong progress in their bid to sign Jonathan Tah from Bayer Leverkusen, with the German international agreeing terms with the Bavarian giants ahead of a potential summer move. According to a report from Foot Mercato, he 29-year-old centre-back has agreed to a four-year deal, though the option of a three-year contract with a fourth-year option is also on the table. His annual salary would be around €12 million. Despite the agreement Bayern are still not in the clear. Barcelona have also made a strong push to sign Tah, and the player has reportedly verbally agreed terms with the Catalan clu...

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18May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona lift LaLiga trophy despite losing 3-2 to Villarreal

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 18: Marc Andre Ter Stegen of FC Barcelona celebrates with the LaLiga EA Sports trophy following her team's victory in the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 18, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Villarreal fought back to to hand Barcelona their first league defeat since late December on Sunday but that didn't dampen the post-match celebrations as the Catalan club lifted the LaLiga trophy. Hansi Flick's side already secured the title after Thursday's 2-0 win at city rivals Espanyol gave them an unassailable lead over the competition with two games left to play. And Sunday's match at Barcelona's Olympic Stadium was the chance to celebrate their triumph in front of their home fans. There were jubilant scenes as captai...

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18May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona name squad to face Villarreal

SANT JOAN DESPI, SPAIN - MAY 02: Hansi Flick, head coach of FC Barcelona attends a press conference during the training day of FC Barcelona ahead the Spanish League, La Liga EA Sports, football match against Real Valladolid at Ciudad Esportiva Joan Gamper on May 02, 2025 in Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain. (Photo By Javier Borrego/Europa Press via Getty Images) La Liga giants Barcelona have on Sunday unveiled the club’s latest matchday squad.This comes ahead of the club’s first outing since regaining their status as Spanish champions during the week. Fresh off putting city rivals Espanyol to the sword on Thursday night, Barcelona will welcome Sevilla to Catalunya’s capital, for their final home fixture of the term. Heavy rotation, in turn, is expected on the part of the Blaugran...

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16May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona seal La Liga title at rivals Espanyol

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 15: Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona (R) celebrates with team mate Pau Victor (L) following the team's victory and confirmation of winning the LaLiga title after the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and FC Barcelona at RCDE Stadium on May 15, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona clinched its 28th Spanish league title after Lamine Yamal starred in its 2-0 win at crosstown rival Espanyol. Yamal scored in the 53rd minute of a tight match on Thursday, when the teenage phenom slid past two defenders along the edge of the area before he whipped one of his now-trademark left-footed curlers into the corner of the net. Fermin Lopez scored in stoppage time to seal the win, but it was Yamal’s strike that stole the headlines and was a fitting culmination to the youn...

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12May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Raphinha says Barca team-mates deserved his Clasico MVP award

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 11: Raphinha (2nd L) of FC Barcelona celebrates with his teammates Gerard Martin, Inigo Martinez, Dani Olmo and Lamine Yamal after scoring their team's fourth goal during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona forward Raphinha may have bagged a brace against Real Madrid and taken home the MVP award but he wasn’t too happy with his performance. The Brazilian did also miss a couple of chances in the 4-3 win at Montjuic and admitted afterwards he felt he should have done better. “I could have scored more than two goals. I missed three chances that I can’t afford to miss. I have very high standards and I think much more about the ones I missed than the ones I scored. I ...

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11May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

LALIGA

Barcelona squad for crucial El Clásico

Robert Lewandowski, Inigo Martinez, and Frenkie de Jong participate in FC Barcelona training at the Joan Gamper Sports City before the LaLiga match against Real Betis Balompie in Barcelona, Spain, on May 10, 2025. Barcelona will play the biggest La Liga game of the season at home against Real Madrid in a title deciding El Clásico, and Hansi Flick is expected to call up the following 23 players for Sunday’s clash: Goalkeepers: 1. Marc-André ter Stegen, 13. Iñaki Peña, 25. Wojciech Szczesny Defenders: 2. Pau Cubarsí, 3. Alejandro Balde, 4. Ronald Araujo, 5. Iñigo Martínez, 15. Andreas Christensen, 24. Eric García, 32. Héctor Fort, 35. Gerard Martín Midfielders: 6. Gavi, 8. Pedri, 16. Fermín López, 17. Marc Casadó, 20. Dani Olmo, 21. Frenkie de Jong Forwards: 7. Ferran Torres, 9. Robert ...

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9May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal reveals his favourite players and grounds

Lamine Yamal right winger of Barcelona and Spain during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final Second Leg match between FC Internazionale Milano and FC Barcelona at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on May 6, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Lamine Yamal has revealed the two stadiums he would love to play football in and his two favourite players after the 17-year-old was announced as a global ambassador for Beats by Dre.‘There are so many I’ve yet to experience, especially outside of Europe, said Lamine, when asked what one stadium he’d love to play in. ‘In Europe, some of the iconic ones I'd like to play in are Old Trafford and Anfield,’ the Barcelona and Spain winger added. Asked who his favourite current player outside of Barcelona...

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8May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona face major dilemma over superstar ahead of El Clasico vs Real Madrid

Robert Lewandowski centre-forward of Barcelona and Poland during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final Second Leg match between FC Internazionale Milano and FC Barcelona at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on May 6, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) There is a bit of anxiety and uncertainty in the Barcelona camp as they approach the May 11 Clasico against Real Madrid. It will be a decisive game for the Catalans, knowing that another victory over their arch-rivals could help them almost seal the league title. However, coach Hansi Flick is encountering many challenges heading into this contest, especially after Barcelona’s defeat to Inter Milan in midweek.While morale has been hit, Barcelona may also face problems with fitness, particul...

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4May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Flick sends strong message to Rodriguez after injury

Barcelona's Spanish midfielder #46 Dani Rodriguez leaves the pitch after resulting injured during the Spanish league football match between Real Valladolid FC and FC Barcelona at the Jose Zorrilla stadium in Valladolid on May 3, 2025. (Photo by Cesar Manso / AFP) (Photo by CESAR MANSO/AFP via Getty Images) Barcelona boss Hansi Flick sent out a message of support to Dani Rodriguez after the teenager picked up an injury on his debut against Real Valladolid. A great night for Rodriguez turned into heartbreak when he had to be replaced in the first half due to a shoulder injury. Yet Flick has made it clear to the youngster that he’s still very much in his thoughts for the future.“We have to help him get back on his feet,” he said after the 2-1 win.“He’s always welcome in our team beca...

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3May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Ter Stegen speaks out after making Barca return in Real Valladolid win

Barcelona's German goalkeeper #01 Marc-Andre Ter Stegen celebrates at the end of the Spanish league football match between Real Valladolid FC and FC Barcelona at the Jose Zorrilla stadium in Valladolid on May 3, 2025. (Photo by Cesar Manso / AFP) (Photo by CESAR MANSO/AFP via Getty Images) Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen was a happy man after making his long-awaited return from injury against Real Valladolid. The German was back in the starting XI for the first time since September and spoke to the media after the 2-1 victory. “I really wanted to play tonight and it’s always better when you win. We are keeping on our good run of results which is important. We know we have some big games games coming up and it will be spectacular hopefully,” he said. “When you’re 1-0 ...

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2May By Silver Emmanuel18 Comments

Champions League

Pep Guardiola hails Barcelona & Inter Milan for ‘unbelievable’ first-leg clash

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 27: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the end of the match during the Emirates FA Cup Semi Final match between Nottingham Forest and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on April 27, 2025 in London, England. Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola has on Thursday moved to reveal his appreciation for the efforts put forth by both Barcelona and Inter Milan, in their recent continental showdown. One of the games of the season to date was of course played out in Catalunya’s capital last night. As much saw La Liga leaders Barcelona play host to Italian champions Inter Milan, in a highly-anticipated Champions League semi-final first-leg clash. When all was said and done in a pulsating 90 minutes, the sides were forced to settle for a share of the spoils, in a t...

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1May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

Champions League

Lamine Yamal stars for Barca in Champions League draw against Inter Milan

BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 30: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona crosses the ball as Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale closes in during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and FC Internazionale Milano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick lavished praise on Lamine Yamal after the teen star scored a brilliant goal in a thrilling 3—3 draw with Inter Milan at home in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal. Appearing in his 100th match at just 17 years and 291 days old, Yamal became the youngest player to score in the last four of the Champions League. He eclipsed the record set by Kylian Mbappé, who was 18 when he achieved the feat in 2017. The Spanish international's st...

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29Apr By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona duo completely ruled out for crucial clash against Inter

Alejandro Balde left-back of Barcelona and Spain during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 9, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. According to a report from Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona will have to cope without Alejandro Balde and Robert Lewandowski for the UEFA Champions League first-leg tie against Inter Milan this week. After the intense Copa del Rey clash against Real Madrid, which went into extra time, it is understandable that some players might still be feeling the effects of the gruelling 120 minutes on the pitch. It must be noted that there were plenty of hard tackles during that match, and a few players picked up knocks. However, as things stand, no one else apart from Bal...

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29Apr By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

Champions League

Yamal stardust could give Barca edge on Inter Milan

Lamine Yamal plays during the match between FC Barcelona and RCD Mallorca, corresponding to week 33 of LaLiga EA Sports, at the Lluis Companys Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on April 22, 2025. Barcelona last reached the Champions League final a decade ago, with Lionel Messi as their torch-bearer. Now the Catalan giants rely on another generational talent in Lamine Yamal as their 'X-factor' when they host Inter Milan on Wednesday in a semi-final first leg clash. At the peak of his powers Messi scored two brilliant goals in the 2015 semi first leg against Bayern Munich on the way to the treble, and while Yamal, 17, is still honing his finishing, he holds the key to the team's potential success this season. The teenager, left-footed but operating on the right flank with freedom to roam, as ...

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