Miami, Feb 21 (Ians) Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez are fit and ready to play for Inter Miami in the club’s opening match of the Major League Soccer season against Real Salt Lake City, manager Gerardo Martino said.
The former Barcelona teammates will be the headline acts in Wednesday night’s clash at Inter Miami’s renamed Chase stadium in Fort Lauderdale, though they are not guaranteed starters.
“Messi and Suarez are ready to play, if 90 minutes are required, we will see this depending on the team’s needs,” Martino told a news conference.
Messi missed much of Inter Miami’s pre-season because of an adductor strain while Suarez has overcome a knee problem.
The other half of Inter Miami’s contingent of former Barcelona stars – defender Jordi Alba and midfielder Sergio Busquets – will also be available after recovering from recent injury concerns, reports Xinhua.
The only doubt for the...
The former Barcelona teammates will be the headline acts in Wednesday night’s clash at Inter Miami’s renamed Chase stadium in Fort Lauderdale, though they are not guaranteed starters.
“Messi and Suarez are ready to play, if 90 minutes are required, we will see this depending on the team’s needs,” Martino told a news conference.
Messi missed much of Inter Miami’s pre-season because of an adductor strain while Suarez has overcome a knee problem.
The other half of Inter Miami’s contingent of former Barcelona stars – defender Jordi Alba and midfielder Sergio Busquets – will also be available after recovering from recent injury concerns, reports Xinhua.
The only doubt for the...
- 2/21/2024
- by Agency News Desk
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Colombian-American actress Sofia Vergara and Lionel Messi dined out with their friends. The actress, 51, was pictured at Papi Steak in Miami Beach, Florida, alongside the Inter Miami Cf player, 36, and his wife Antonela Roccuzzo, 35, and lots of their friends.
The party also included some of Messi’s Inter Miami teammates like Luis Suarez, 36, and his wife Sofia Balbi, 34, reports ‘People’ magazine.
Inter Miami midfielder Sergio Busquets, 35, and his wife Elena Galera, 33, were also in attendance for the group dinner, as well as defender Jordi Alba, 34, and his wife Romarey Ventura, 34.
As per ‘People’, Vergara wore a black lace, strapless corset with a matching peplum leather midi-skirt for the sporty night out, while Messi opted for a black jacket, Nike trainers and an illustrated white t-shirt.
The gang appeared to be in great spirits as they gathered for a group photo in front of the restaurant’s bar.
“Miami”, Vergara wrote...
The party also included some of Messi’s Inter Miami teammates like Luis Suarez, 36, and his wife Sofia Balbi, 34, reports ‘People’ magazine.
Inter Miami midfielder Sergio Busquets, 35, and his wife Elena Galera, 33, were also in attendance for the group dinner, as well as defender Jordi Alba, 34, and his wife Romarey Ventura, 34.
As per ‘People’, Vergara wore a black lace, strapless corset with a matching peplum leather midi-skirt for the sporty night out, while Messi opted for a black jacket, Nike trainers and an illustrated white t-shirt.
The gang appeared to be in great spirits as they gathered for a group photo in front of the restaurant’s bar.
“Miami”, Vergara wrote...
- 1/22/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Messi Meets America, a splashy new docuseries for Apple TV+ about Argentinian soccer god Lionel Messi’s move to Mls club Inter Miami after leading his home country to a dramatic World Cup win, opens with Messi ruminating on his shock decision to leave Paris Saint-Germain and, to quote another all-time great before him, take his talents to South Beach.
“Soccer became difficult,” offers Messi. “Which was one of the reasons why I made the decision to enjoy again what I had lost.”
It’s about as deep as Messi...
“Soccer became difficult,” offers Messi. “Which was one of the reasons why I made the decision to enjoy again what I had lost.”
It’s about as deep as Messi...
- 10/11/2023
- by Marlow Stern
- Rollingstone.com
The life of one of the most emblematic soccer players, David Beckham, is getting the documentary treatment. On Tuesday, Netflix unveiled the trailer for Beckham, a four-part documentary series on the soccer player’s life and career. It’s set to release Oct. 4.
The visual showcases videos from Beckham early in his career and as a child before signing with Manchester United, and his humble upbringing in East London. “I never really did well at school,” he says. “All I ever really wanted to do was play football.”
The visual...
The visual showcases videos from Beckham early in his career and as a child before signing with Manchester United, and his humble upbringing in East London. “I never really did well at school,” he says. “All I ever really wanted to do was play football.”
The visual...
- 9/19/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
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It’s down to two teams in the 2023 Leagues Cup as Inter Miami and Nashville Sc face off today for the trophy.
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It’s down to two teams in the 2023 Leagues Cup as Inter Miami and Nashville Sc face off today for the trophy.
- 8/19/2023
- by Oscar Hartzog
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Just two teams remain in the 2023 Leagues Cup: Inter Miami Cf and Nashville Sc. This weekend, they’ll clash at Geodis Park in Nashville, Tennessee, for the cup.
Neither team was won a cup before, but this year has been different.
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Just two teams remain in the 2023 Leagues Cup: Inter Miami Cf and Nashville Sc. This weekend, they’ll clash at Geodis Park in Nashville, Tennessee, for the cup.
Neither team was won a cup before, but this year has been different.
- 8/18/2023
- by Oscar Hartzog
- Rollingstone.com
Madrid (Spain), Aug 12 (Ians) La Liga champions Fc Barcelona will open their title defense with a difficult away game at Getafe on Sunday evening.
Barca coach Xavi Hernandez should have something approaching a full squad after the club was able to find the necessary finance on Friday to inscribe Ronald Araujo and Ilkay Gundogan into their first-team squad, and others such as Alejandro Balde and Oriol Romeu should have been written into the squad by Sunday’s match.
However, Barcelona have been depleted by the departure of Franck Kessie to Saudi Arabia during the week, while Ousmane Dembele’s move to Paris Saint-Germain was confirmed on Saturday morning.
That means Xavi will still have to include some B-team players in Sunday’s squad, with Fermin Lopez and impressive 16-year-old winger Lamine Yamal also likely to travel.
Araujo’s inclusion in the squad means that either he or Jules Kounde will play at right-back,...
Barca coach Xavi Hernandez should have something approaching a full squad after the club was able to find the necessary finance on Friday to inscribe Ronald Araujo and Ilkay Gundogan into their first-team squad, and others such as Alejandro Balde and Oriol Romeu should have been written into the squad by Sunday’s match.
However, Barcelona have been depleted by the departure of Franck Kessie to Saudi Arabia during the week, while Ousmane Dembele’s move to Paris Saint-Germain was confirmed on Saturday morning.
That means Xavi will still have to include some B-team players in Sunday’s squad, with Fermin Lopez and impressive 16-year-old winger Lamine Yamal also likely to travel.
Araujo’s inclusion in the squad means that either he or Jules Kounde will play at right-back,...
- 8/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Madrid (Spain), Aug 8 (Ians) As defending champions of La Liga, Fc Barcelona, coached by Xavi Hernandez, will be the team to beat this season. However, several factors could hinder Barca’s title defense and their ambitions in Europe.
The primary point of discussion ahead of the new campaign is that Barca won’t be hosting games at Camp Nou Stadium. Due to significant renovations, they’ll play at the Olympic Stadium, which seats just under 56,000, far less than Camp Nou’s 99,000. Consequently, many fans won’t see games in person, and a running track around the field will distance players from fans, potentially affecting the home advantage.
The Camp Nou has always been a stronghold for Barca. But with the Olympic Stadium not offering the same aura, coupled with potential pitch quality concerns, it may impact Barca’s game play, a Xinhua report said.
For the first time since 2008, the team will miss Sergio Busquets,...
The primary point of discussion ahead of the new campaign is that Barca won’t be hosting games at Camp Nou Stadium. Due to significant renovations, they’ll play at the Olympic Stadium, which seats just under 56,000, far less than Camp Nou’s 99,000. Consequently, many fans won’t see games in person, and a running track around the field will distance players from fans, potentially affecting the home advantage.
The Camp Nou has always been a stronghold for Barca. But with the Olympic Stadium not offering the same aura, coupled with potential pitch quality concerns, it may impact Barca’s game play, a Xinhua report said.
For the first time since 2008, the team will miss Sergio Busquets,...
- 8/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Madrid, Aug 7 (Ians) The Spanish La Liga kicks off a new season under its fresh official name this weekend. Yet, the ‘new’ Liga EA Sports is expected to witness the same teams vying for the title, with Fc Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Atletico Madrid emerging as the principal contenders.
It, however, marks the dawn of a different era for the reigning champions, Fc Barcelona. With seasoned players Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets exiting the club during the summer, the addition of Ilkay Gundogan, Oriol Romeu, and Inigo Martinez should ably fill the void.
Ousmane Dembele’s surprising move to Paris Saint Germain raised eyebrows, and unless Barca secure another signing or Ansu Fati returns to form, their attacking strength, where Robert Lewandowski is about to turn 35, might falter.
Barcelona will play their fixtures in the Olympic Stadium in Montjuic while the Camp Nou undergoes renovation. The dynamics of playing before...
It, however, marks the dawn of a different era for the reigning champions, Fc Barcelona. With seasoned players Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets exiting the club during the summer, the addition of Ilkay Gundogan, Oriol Romeu, and Inigo Martinez should ably fill the void.
Ousmane Dembele’s surprising move to Paris Saint Germain raised eyebrows, and unless Barca secure another signing or Ansu Fati returns to form, their attacking strength, where Robert Lewandowski is about to turn 35, might falter.
Barcelona will play their fixtures in the Olympic Stadium in Montjuic while the Camp Nou undergoes renovation. The dynamics of playing before...
- 8/7/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Marid, Aug 3 (Ians) Fc Barcelona midfielder Pedri had good news for the club on the day that coach Xavi Hernandez admitted that winger Ousmane Dembele had said he wanted to join Paris Saint Germain.
Pedri, the 20-year-old Spain international, has also been the subject of transfer speculation, due partly to Barca’s poor financial situation. However, when asked whether he would consider leaving after their 1-0 win over AC Milan in Las Vegas, he was clear about his future, Xinhua reported.
“I keep an eye on the offers that come to me, but they are received by my representatives,” he admitted, before saying “many things have to happen for me to leave this club. It would have to be very bad and very unpleasant.”
“I think it is very unlikely (I would want to leave), Barca is the club of my dreams and I want to stay for many more years,...
Pedri, the 20-year-old Spain international, has also been the subject of transfer speculation, due partly to Barca’s poor financial situation. However, when asked whether he would consider leaving after their 1-0 win over AC Milan in Las Vegas, he was clear about his future, Xinhua reported.
“I keep an eye on the offers that come to me, but they are received by my representatives,” he admitted, before saying “many things have to happen for me to leave this club. It would have to be very bad and very unpleasant.”
“I think it is very unlikely (I would want to leave), Barca is the club of my dreams and I want to stay for many more years,...
- 8/2/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The Beckham family turned out to attend the first day of the 2023 Leagues Cup in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
David and Victoria Beckham, along with their two youngest children, were seen sitting front row as they watched the match between Cruz Azul and Inter Miami Cf at the Drv Pink Stadium. Notable faces surrounding the famous family were singer Marc Anthony and businessman Jorge Mas, who co-owns Inter Miami Cf with David.
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Guess I’m coming back @InterMiamiCF...
David and Victoria Beckham, along with their two youngest children, were seen sitting front row as they watched the match between Cruz Azul and Inter Miami Cf at the Drv Pink Stadium. Notable faces surrounding the famous family were singer Marc Anthony and businessman Jorge Mas, who co-owns Inter Miami Cf with David.
@davidbeckham
Guess I’m coming back @InterMiamiCF...
- 7/26/2023
- by Rose Anne Cox-Peralta
- Uinterview
Lionel Messi’s first game with Inter Miami Cf must have felt like it was ripped from the pen of a Hollywood writer. Messi curled a free kick into the netting of the goal during stoppage time of Miami’s Leagues Cup game against Cruz Azul this past weekend. Messi and Miami are back in action on Tuesday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. Et against Atlanta United Fc on Mls Season Pass. You can watch the match and all of Messi’s Inter Miami games with a Subscription to Mls Season Pass.
How to Watch Lionel Messi’s Next Mls Game, Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United When: Tuesday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. Et TV: Mls Season Pass Stream: Watch with a Subscription to Mls Season Pass. Sign Up $12.99+ / month apple.com About Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United
Messi’s first match with Miami had a storybook ending, but Atlanta...
How to Watch Lionel Messi’s Next Mls Game, Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United When: Tuesday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. Et TV: Mls Season Pass Stream: Watch with a Subscription to Mls Season Pass. Sign Up $12.99+ / month apple.com About Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United
Messi’s first match with Miami had a storybook ending, but Atlanta...
- 7/25/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian spoke of her joy at being able to bring her son Saint and his friend to see Lionel Messi, a seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, make a typically magical Inter Miami debut before he gave Saint a signed shirt as a gift.
Kim Kardashian has expressed her gratitude after Lionel Messi’s heroics on his Inter Miami debut gave her and son Saint West a night to remember, reports mirror.co.uk.
The Reality TV star had a pitchside seat alongside sporting royalty including the Mls club’s co-owner David Beckham, basketball icon LeBron James and tennis legend Serena Williams.
The 42-year-old star appeared to be enjoying the action as she witnessed a slice of US sporting history alongside her son and his friend.
Around 27,000 packed into Drv Pnk Stadium and waited until the 54th minute of proceedings to see former Barcelona hero Messi enter...
Kim Kardashian has expressed her gratitude after Lionel Messi’s heroics on his Inter Miami debut gave her and son Saint West a night to remember, reports mirror.co.uk.
The Reality TV star had a pitchside seat alongside sporting royalty including the Mls club’s co-owner David Beckham, basketball icon LeBron James and tennis legend Serena Williams.
The 42-year-old star appeared to be enjoying the action as she witnessed a slice of US sporting history alongside her son and his friend.
Around 27,000 packed into Drv Pnk Stadium and waited until the 54th minute of proceedings to see former Barcelona hero Messi enter...
- 7/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The world’s greatest soccer star proved he’s worth his $50 million contract on Friday in his first game.
Deep into injury time and with the League Cup clash with Mexico’s Cruz Asul apparently heading toward penalty kicks, Messi unleashed a spectacular free-kick to clinch a 2-1 victory.
Messi entered the match in the 54th minute to a huge roar from the sold-out crowd at Drv Pnk Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It was Miami’s opening Leagues Cup match.
He was given the captain’s armband after starting on the bench alongside new signing and former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets. They entered the match together in the second half with Miami leading 1-0.
Messi has signed a two-and-a-half year contract with the Mls team. He came as a free transfer after last month’s end of the European club season.
Messi was just introduced to his new home...
Deep into injury time and with the League Cup clash with Mexico’s Cruz Asul apparently heading toward penalty kicks, Messi unleashed a spectacular free-kick to clinch a 2-1 victory.
Messi entered the match in the 54th minute to a huge roar from the sold-out crowd at Drv Pnk Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It was Miami’s opening Leagues Cup match.
He was given the captain’s armband after starting on the bench alongside new signing and former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets. They entered the match together in the second half with Miami leading 1-0.
Messi has signed a two-and-a-half year contract with the Mls team. He came as a free transfer after last month’s end of the European club season.
Messi was just introduced to his new home...
- 7/22/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
One of the best soccer players in history now plays in the United States. World Cup champion Lionel Messi scored the game-winning goal for Inter Miami Cf during the 94th minute of the team’s Leagues Cup opening match against Liga Mx’s Cruz Azul. Inter Miami won 2-1.
Messi scored the beautiful goal off a free kick outside of the goal box after being fouled by Cruz Azul in stoppage time. After the goal, the Argentine star celebrated with his teammates, and later his children.
El primer gol de...
Messi scored the beautiful goal off a free kick outside of the goal box after being fouled by Cruz Azul in stoppage time. After the goal, the Argentine star celebrated with his teammates, and later his children.
El primer gol de...
- 7/22/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
It’s still somewhat hard to believe, but it’s true. Lionel Messi is gearing up to make his debut for Inter Miami Cf, the Mls team that bid the most for his rights. Messi will make his Inter Miami debut on Friday, July 21 at 8 p.m. Et on Mls Season Pass for the team’s 2023 Leagues Cup against Liga Mx’s Cruz Azul. Watch the very first game of Messi’s Mls career and all subsequent matches with a Subscription to Mls Season Pass.
How to Watch Lionel Messi’s First Match with Inter Miami When: Friday, July 21 at 8 p.m. Et TV: Mls Season Pass Stream: Watch with a Subscription to Mls Season Pass. Sign Up $12.99+ / month apple.com About Lionel Messi’s First Match with Inter Miami
Inter Miami will get to play Messi’s first game against Cruz Azul in front of a home crowd at...
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Inter Miami will get to play Messi’s first game against Cruz Azul in front of a home crowd at...
- 7/21/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
New Delhi, July 20 (Ians) Oriol Romeu is coming home. After a great season with Girona Fc in Laliga EA Sports and a decade in English football, the 31-year-old will once again wear the Blaugrana jersey as he looks to replace the now-departed Sergio Busquets in the holding midfield role.
Last season, Romeu played for Girona Fc where he had a great season under coach Michel, who said in a press conference that Oriol has made him a better coach and that he will be a huge loss.
Romeu can bring experience and tranquillity to Xavi’s midfield. In addition, he is a home-grown player with Barca DNA. He dominates positional play to perfection, has personality and strong leadership skills. He’s a team player who knows how to cover his teammates’ backs.
Here are five things you might not know about the reigning Laliga EA Sports champions’ newest star.
He...
Last season, Romeu played for Girona Fc where he had a great season under coach Michel, who said in a press conference that Oriol has made him a better coach and that he will be a huge loss.
Romeu can bring experience and tranquillity to Xavi’s midfield. In addition, he is a home-grown player with Barca DNA. He dominates positional play to perfection, has personality and strong leadership skills. He’s a team player who knows how to cover his teammates’ backs.
Here are five things you might not know about the reigning Laliga EA Sports champions’ newest star.
He...
- 7/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets were officially unveiled as members of Inter Miami Cf on Sunday. The two star players were welcomed by a sold-out home crowd at Drv Pnk Stadium. Messi will wear his famed No. 10 jersey while Busquets was presented with the No. 5.
Bienvenido a nuestra familia pic.twitter.com/k7VOSGo1lv
— Inter Miami Cf (@InterMiamiCF) July 17, 2023
Llegó nuestro 5⃣ pic.twitter.com/cyvZAqX80g
— Inter Miami Cf (@InterMiamiCF) July 17, 2023
The event was delayed for two hours due to heavy rain and lightning but eventually began to the tune of “The World Is Yours to Take” by Tears for Fears featuring Lil Baby.
Messi spoke to the crowd in Spanish after his introduction. “Personally, I believe that my teammates are going to give everything to build this project and I am very happy to have chosen this city, to have chosen this project and I have no doubt...
Bienvenido a nuestra familia pic.twitter.com/k7VOSGo1lv
— Inter Miami Cf (@InterMiamiCF) July 17, 2023
Llegó nuestro 5⃣ pic.twitter.com/cyvZAqX80g
— Inter Miami Cf (@InterMiamiCF) July 17, 2023
The event was delayed for two hours due to heavy rain and lightning but eventually began to the tune of “The World Is Yours to Take” by Tears for Fears featuring Lil Baby.
Messi spoke to the crowd in Spanish after his introduction. “Personally, I believe that my teammates are going to give everything to build this project and I am very happy to have chosen this city, to have chosen this project and I have no doubt...
- 7/17/2023
- by Alex Nguyen
- Uinterview
Miami, June 21 (Ians) Lionel Messi will likely make his debut for Inter Miami in a Leagues Cup match against Mexico’s Cruz Azul on July 21, the US Major League club’s co-owner Jorge Mas said.
The announcement came almost two weeks after Messi announced he was leaving Paris Saint-Germain to join the Florida outfit, which is also partly owned by former England captain David Beckham, reports Xinhua.
The 35-year-old’s first game will be played at the Drv Pnk Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, which is undergoing redevelopment work to increase its capacity and improve security.
According to widespread media reports, Messi has agreed to a two-and-a-half year deal with an option to extend for another season. He will reportedly earn between 50 and 60 million U.S. dollars a year.
“Absolutely no changes in the roster rules,” Mas told the Miami Herald. “There are no categories or anything that is being changed...
The announcement came almost two weeks after Messi announced he was leaving Paris Saint-Germain to join the Florida outfit, which is also partly owned by former England captain David Beckham, reports Xinhua.
The 35-year-old’s first game will be played at the Drv Pnk Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, which is undergoing redevelopment work to increase its capacity and improve security.
According to widespread media reports, Messi has agreed to a two-and-a-half year deal with an option to extend for another season. He will reportedly earn between 50 and 60 million U.S. dollars a year.
“Absolutely no changes in the roster rules,” Mas told the Miami Herald. “There are no categories or anything that is being changed...
- 6/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Madrid, June 2 (Ians) Fc Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez continues to insist that he wants Leo Messi to play for the club next season.
Speaking to the El Mundo Deportivo newspaper, Xavi spoke about the Argentinean’s possible return to Barcelona, despite strong rumors that Messi will play in Saudi Arabia as Barca will not be able to fit his wages into their tight wage ceiling, a Xinhua report said.
“I have already said many times, he has the doors open here, I am the coach and I know that he will help us if he decides to come,” said Xavi, who added that Messi had to conclude his contract with Paris Saint Germain.
“He has a lot of respect for Paris Saint-Germain, he wants to finish there in the best way. His contract is coming to an end and he has earned all the right in the world to say where he wants to go,...
Speaking to the El Mundo Deportivo newspaper, Xavi spoke about the Argentinean’s possible return to Barcelona, despite strong rumors that Messi will play in Saudi Arabia as Barca will not be able to fit his wages into their tight wage ceiling, a Xinhua report said.
“I have already said many times, he has the doors open here, I am the coach and I know that he will help us if he decides to come,” said Xavi, who added that Messi had to conclude his contract with Paris Saint Germain.
“He has a lot of respect for Paris Saint-Germain, he wants to finish there in the best way. His contract is coming to an end and he has earned all the right in the world to say where he wants to go,...
- 6/2/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Madrid, May 27 (Ians) In an attempt to maintain fair competition, all matches from the penultimate round of games in La Liga will kick off simultaneously on Sunday evening, as teams vie for qualification into European tournaments and to avoid relegation.
Real Sociedad, just one win away from cementing their place in next season’s Champions League, face a formidable challenge visiting Atletico Madrid without David Silva, who is sidelined with a calf injury. Atletico, after surrendering a 3-0 lead to Espanyol in midweek, are vying for second place in the league and unlikely to show mercy, reports Xinhua.
Villarreal, needing victories in their remaining games and Real Sociedad’s losses to finish fourth, are visiting a lackadaisical Rayo Vallecano under the leadership of in-form Nicolas Jackson.
Betis could secure their Europa League spot with just a draw with Girona. However, Girona are still within reach of seventh place and a...
Real Sociedad, just one win away from cementing their place in next season’s Champions League, face a formidable challenge visiting Atletico Madrid without David Silva, who is sidelined with a calf injury. Atletico, after surrendering a 3-0 lead to Espanyol in midweek, are vying for second place in the league and unlikely to show mercy, reports Xinhua.
Villarreal, needing victories in their remaining games and Real Sociedad’s losses to finish fourth, are visiting a lackadaisical Rayo Vallecano under the leadership of in-form Nicolas Jackson.
Betis could secure their Europa League spot with just a draw with Girona. However, Girona are still within reach of seventh place and a...
- 5/27/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Madrid, May 11 (Ians) Fc Barcelona could be confirmed as this season’s La Liga champions in the 34th round of matches held over the weekend. Xavi Hernandez’s men will assure the title if they win the Barcelona derby away to relegation-threatened neighbors Espanyol on Sunday night, or if Real Madrid fail to win at home to Getafe on Saturday and Atletico Madrid don’t beat already-relegated Elche.
The Barcelona derby is a tense affair at the best of times, between two clubs who may be neighbors but with a poor on and off field relationship, a Xinhua report said.
While a win would confirm Barca as champions, it would leave Espanyol staring at the reality of relegation. Luis Garcia’s side are second from bottom, three points behind third from bottom Getafe and Valencia, who are in 17th position, and Barca fans would love to help send them into the second division.
The Barcelona derby is a tense affair at the best of times, between two clubs who may be neighbors but with a poor on and off field relationship, a Xinhua report said.
While a win would confirm Barca as champions, it would leave Espanyol staring at the reality of relegation. Luis Garcia’s side are second from bottom, three points behind third from bottom Getafe and Valencia, who are in 17th position, and Barca fans would love to help send them into the second division.
- 5/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Barcelona (Spain), May 10 (Ians) Captain Sergio Busquets on Wednesday confirmed that he will leave Fc Barcelona at the end of the season, after 18 years at the La Liga club.
The Barca midfielder announced his decision via social media in an emotional video in which he said it has not been an easy decision but the time has come.
The former Spanish captain has played 718 matches in a Barca shirt which places him third on the all-time list. Furthermore, he is one the players who has won the most trophies as a Blaugrana.
His list of honours won with the club includes 8 league titles, 7 Copas del Rey, 7 Spanish Super Cups, 3 Champions Leagues, 3 European Super Cups and 3 Club World Cups.
“Although it has not been an easy decision, I think the time has come,” Busquets said.
“It has been an unforgettable journey. It has been an honour, a dream, a source of pride,...
The Barca midfielder announced his decision via social media in an emotional video in which he said it has not been an easy decision but the time has come.
The former Spanish captain has played 718 matches in a Barca shirt which places him third on the all-time list. Furthermore, he is one the players who has won the most trophies as a Blaugrana.
His list of honours won with the club includes 8 league titles, 7 Copas del Rey, 7 Spanish Super Cups, 3 Champions Leagues, 3 European Super Cups and 3 Club World Cups.
“Although it has not been an easy decision, I think the time has come,” Busquets said.
“It has been an unforgettable journey. It has been an honour, a dream, a source of pride,...
- 5/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Madrid, April 4 (Ians) Fc Barcelona and Real Madrid meet for the fifth (and final) time this season when they play the return leg of their Copa del Rey semi final on Wednesday night.
After losing 3-1 to Real Madrid in their first meeting of the campaign, Barca have won the last three clashes between the two sides, beating Real Madrid 3-1 in the Spanish Supercup, winning the first leg of the semifinal 1-0 with a defensive display in the Santiago Bernabeu in early March and then beating their eternal rivals 2-1 in their second La Liga meeting in the Camp Nou, two and a half weeks ago.
Although Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti continues to insist that he is relaxed about his future, the Italian must know that very few Madrid coaches who lose four times to Barca in a single campaign are likely to hold on to their jobs.
After losing 3-1 to Real Madrid in their first meeting of the campaign, Barca have won the last three clashes between the two sides, beating Real Madrid 3-1 in the Spanish Supercup, winning the first leg of the semifinal 1-0 with a defensive display in the Santiago Bernabeu in early March and then beating their eternal rivals 2-1 in their second La Liga meeting in the Camp Nou, two and a half weeks ago.
Although Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti continues to insist that he is relaxed about his future, the Italian must know that very few Madrid coaches who lose four times to Barca in a single campaign are likely to hold on to their jobs.
- 4/4/2023
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Madrid, March 29 (Ians) “It’s a painful defeat and we have to improve,” Luis de la Fuente’s glorious revolution as the new coach of the Spanish national team lasted just two games after his second ended in a painful 2-0 defeat to Scotland in Glasgow.
While it’s fair to say that the Scots have vastly improved under Steve Clarke and clearly had the bit between their teeth from the moment Scott McTominay put them ahead in the seventh minute, Spain was unable to match them and left the pitch in Glasgow after a chastening experience that leaves a lot of question marks over their future, reports Xinhua news agency.
Hopes were high for the former Under-21 coach, De la Fuente, after Spain kicked off their European Championship qualifying campaign with a 3-0 win over Norway on Saturday night, with Joselu scoring two goals in five minutes after coming on as a late substitute.
While it’s fair to say that the Scots have vastly improved under Steve Clarke and clearly had the bit between their teeth from the moment Scott McTominay put them ahead in the seventh minute, Spain was unable to match them and left the pitch in Glasgow after a chastening experience that leaves a lot of question marks over their future, reports Xinhua news agency.
Hopes were high for the former Under-21 coach, De la Fuente, after Spain kicked off their European Championship qualifying campaign with a 3-0 win over Norway on Saturday night, with Joselu scoring two goals in five minutes after coming on as a late substitute.
- 3/29/2023
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Madrid, March 22 (Ians) Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi said on Wednesday that he has no plan to leave his club to join Fc Barcelona in the summer.
The 24-year-old is currently with the Spain national squad after being given a debut call-up by new coach Luis de la Fuente to replace veteran Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets, and there is speculation that Barca want him to do the same for them, reports Xinhua.
“I have heard very little of that, because I haven’t wanted to listen. I haven’t wanted to listen to anything from outside (my club),” said Zubimendi when asked about Barca’s possible interest.
“It’s normal for names to be mentioned with Busquets’ possible departure (from Barcelona). It is nice for my name to be mentioned now and then, but I am concentrating on my own questions,” he added.
Zubimendi has been a key player in Real Sociedad’s season,...
The 24-year-old is currently with the Spain national squad after being given a debut call-up by new coach Luis de la Fuente to replace veteran Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets, and there is speculation that Barca want him to do the same for them, reports Xinhua.
“I have heard very little of that, because I haven’t wanted to listen. I haven’t wanted to listen to anything from outside (my club),” said Zubimendi when asked about Barca’s possible interest.
“It’s normal for names to be mentioned with Busquets’ possible departure (from Barcelona). It is nice for my name to be mentioned now and then, but I am concentrating on my own questions,” he added.
Zubimendi has been a key player in Real Sociedad’s season,...
- 3/22/2023
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Madrid, Feb 22 (Ians) Fc Barcelona travel to Old Trafford on Thursday aiming to keep their European ambitions alive when they take on Manchester United in the second leg of their Europa League tie.
Barca still have options in the tournament after a 2-2 draw at Camp Nou last week, despite being under pressure from United for long periods of the match, and Raphinha’s equalizer from a cross that deceived everyone to end up in the net has left the tie in the balance.
However, if Barca want to avoid another painful (and expensive) early exit from Europe, they will have to end Manchester United’s impressive form at Old Trafford, where the English side is unbeaten in its last 17 home matches; the last time United were beaten at home was against Spanish opposition when Real Sociedad beat them 1-0 on September 8th.
There is good and bad news for Barca on the injury front,...
Barca still have options in the tournament after a 2-2 draw at Camp Nou last week, despite being under pressure from United for long periods of the match, and Raphinha’s equalizer from a cross that deceived everyone to end up in the net has left the tie in the balance.
However, if Barca want to avoid another painful (and expensive) early exit from Europe, they will have to end Manchester United’s impressive form at Old Trafford, where the English side is unbeaten in its last 17 home matches; the last time United were beaten at home was against Spanish opposition when Real Sociedad beat them 1-0 on September 8th.
There is good and bad news for Barca on the injury front,...
- 2/22/2023
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Pamplona, Spain, Jan 26 (Ians) Osasuna qualified for the semifinals of the Copa del Rey with a 2-1 win at home to Sevilla on Wednesday night.
Chimy Avila opened the scoring after a knockdown from substitute Ruben Garcia in the 70th minute of a tight game in which Sevilla controlled the first half, and Osasuna was the better side after the break, reports Xinhua news agency.
However, just when it looked as if the side from Pamplona had booked their place in the last four, Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri forced extra time with a 95th-minute equalizer as he finished Suso’s cross from close range.
Sevilla started extra time strongly, but Osasuna won the game when Jon Moncayola’s ball from the back found Ez Abde and the winger turned Loric Bade before beating Bono with a low shot to send the home fans wild.
Barcelona also reached the semifinals after...
Chimy Avila opened the scoring after a knockdown from substitute Ruben Garcia in the 70th minute of a tight game in which Sevilla controlled the first half, and Osasuna was the better side after the break, reports Xinhua news agency.
However, just when it looked as if the side from Pamplona had booked their place in the last four, Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri forced extra time with a 95th-minute equalizer as he finished Suso’s cross from close range.
Sevilla started extra time strongly, but Osasuna won the game when Jon Moncayola’s ball from the back found Ez Abde and the winger turned Loric Bade before beating Bono with a low shot to send the home fans wild.
Barcelona also reached the semifinals after...
- 1/26/2023
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Riyadh, Jan 16 (Ians) Young Barcelona midfielder Gavi starred as Fc Barcelona beat Real Madrid 3-1 to win the final of the Spanish Supercup, here.
The 18-year-old gave two assists and scored one of Barca’s three goals in a complete display in the King Fahd Stadium as Barca outplayed their historic rivals for nearly all of the game to give Xavi Hernandez his first title since replacing Ronald Koeman as coach 14 months ago, reports Xinhua news agency.
Real Madrid brought Luka Modric, Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy into their starting 11, while Andreas Christensen, Alex Balde and Sergio Busquets were all in for Barcelona.
With both sides playing an extra man in midfield, space was at a premium in the first half, with challenges not allowing players time on the ball.
The first chance fell to Robert Lewandowski, who controlled at the edge of the area and fired in a low...
The 18-year-old gave two assists and scored one of Barca’s three goals in a complete display in the King Fahd Stadium as Barca outplayed their historic rivals for nearly all of the game to give Xavi Hernandez his first title since replacing Ronald Koeman as coach 14 months ago, reports Xinhua news agency.
Real Madrid brought Luka Modric, Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy into their starting 11, while Andreas Christensen, Alex Balde and Sergio Busquets were all in for Barcelona.
With both sides playing an extra man in midfield, space was at a premium in the first half, with challenges not allowing players time on the ball.
The first chance fell to Robert Lewandowski, who controlled at the edge of the area and fired in a low...
- 1/16/2023
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Riyadh, Jan 16 (Ians) Young Barcelona midfielder Gavi starred as Fc Barcelona beat Real Madrid 3-1 to win the final of the Spanish Supercup, here.
The 18-year-old gave two assists and scored one of Barca’s three goals in a complete display in the King Fahd Stadium as Barca outplayed their historic rivals for nearly all of the game to give Xavi Hernandez his first title since replacing Ronald Koeman as coach 14 months ago, reports Xinhua news agency.
Real Madrid brought Luka Modric, Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy into their starting 11, while Andreas Christensen, Alex Balde and Sergio Busquets were all in for Barcelona.
With both sides playing an extra man in midfield, space was at a premium in the first half, with challenges not allowing players time on the ball.
The first chance fell to Robert Lewandowski, who controlled at the edge of the area and fired in a low...
The 18-year-old gave two assists and scored one of Barca’s three goals in a complete display in the King Fahd Stadium as Barca outplayed their historic rivals for nearly all of the game to give Xavi Hernandez his first title since replacing Ronald Koeman as coach 14 months ago, reports Xinhua news agency.
Real Madrid brought Luka Modric, Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy into their starting 11, while Andreas Christensen, Alex Balde and Sergio Busquets were all in for Barcelona.
With both sides playing an extra man in midfield, space was at a premium in the first half, with challenges not allowing players time on the ball.
The first chance fell to Robert Lewandowski, who controlled at the edge of the area and fired in a low...
- 1/16/2023
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With the surprising victory, Morocco became the only African and Arab nation to reach the quarterfinals in Qatar.
Spanish team members and fans were devastated at the end of the shootout at the Education City Stadium in the Qatari capital when their team failed to convert even one shot from the spot — Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou saved efforts by Carlos Soler and Sergio Busquets while Pablo Sarabia struck the post.
In contrast, Abdelhamid Sabiri and Hakim Ziyech scored theirs and though Badr Benoun was thwarted by Unai Simon, Achraf Hakimi sealed a maiden entry in the World Cup quarterfinals for Morocco when he sent Spain’s keeper the wrong way.
Spain, the 2010 champions became another major European casualty after Belgium and Germany crashed out, with the former succumbing to Morocco in a Group stage match.
Both teams took several shots at the goal during regulation time but were unable to...
Spanish team members and fans were devastated at the end of the shootout at the Education City Stadium in the Qatari capital when their team failed to convert even one shot from the spot — Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou saved efforts by Carlos Soler and Sergio Busquets while Pablo Sarabia struck the post.
In contrast, Abdelhamid Sabiri and Hakim Ziyech scored theirs and though Badr Benoun was thwarted by Unai Simon, Achraf Hakimi sealed a maiden entry in the World Cup quarterfinals for Morocco when he sent Spain’s keeper the wrong way.
Spain, the 2010 champions became another major European casualty after Belgium and Germany crashed out, with the former succumbing to Morocco in a Group stage match.
Both teams took several shots at the goal during regulation time but were unable to...
- 12/6/2022
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Doha, Nov 30 (Ians) Spain coach Luis Enrique was giving nothing away about his line-up to face Japan on Thursday in the last round of matches in Group E.
A draw will be enough to see the Spanish through and even a defeat would possibly still see them into the last-16 on goal difference and the coach is expected to make some changes as he rests players such as Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, while preferring not to risk Gavi and Rodrigo Hernandez, who have struggled with slight physical problems in the last couple of days.
“We are not going to speculate with any player,” Enrique told the press ahead of his game, before adding that whoever played, Spain would go for the win.
“We want to win to be first in the group of death. We have no intention of speculating because we want to be the first,” he said.
A draw will be enough to see the Spanish through and even a defeat would possibly still see them into the last-16 on goal difference and the coach is expected to make some changes as he rests players such as Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, while preferring not to risk Gavi and Rodrigo Hernandez, who have struggled with slight physical problems in the last couple of days.
“We are not going to speculate with any player,” Enrique told the press ahead of his game, before adding that whoever played, Spain would go for the win.
“We want to win to be first in the group of death. We have no intention of speculating because we want to be the first,” he said.
- 11/30/2022
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Doha (Qatar), Nov 22 (Ians) Spain kick off their FIFA World Cup campaign against Costa Rica on Wednesday looking to build on their performance in last summer’s European Championships, where they reached the semifinals before losing on penalties to eventual champions Italy.
Spain coach Luis Enrique has put his faith in a young squad of players who, despite their youth, already have plenty of experience in domestic and European football.
Unai Simon is a fixture in goal, while Aymeric Laporte and Eric Garcia will probably play in central defense, with Jordi Alba and Dani Carvajal as the full-backs.
There could be a Barcelona trio in midfield, with Gavi and Pedri accompanying either Sergio Busquets or Manchester City’s Rodri, while Alvaro Morata will lead the attack, partnered by two of Dani Olmo, Ferran Torres and Ansu Fati.
The 20-year-old Fati has worked his way back to fitness after two years of injury struggles and,...
Spain coach Luis Enrique has put his faith in a young squad of players who, despite their youth, already have plenty of experience in domestic and European football.
Unai Simon is a fixture in goal, while Aymeric Laporte and Eric Garcia will probably play in central defense, with Jordi Alba and Dani Carvajal as the full-backs.
There could be a Barcelona trio in midfield, with Gavi and Pedri accompanying either Sergio Busquets or Manchester City’s Rodri, while Alvaro Morata will lead the attack, partnered by two of Dani Olmo, Ferran Torres and Ansu Fati.
The 20-year-old Fati has worked his way back to fitness after two years of injury struggles and,...
- 11/22/2022
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Madrid (Spain), Nov 15 (Ians) Spain coach Luis Enrique has made a surprise announcement that will take him closer to fans during the Qatar World Cup finals, by announcing he will become an online “streamer” during the tournament.
The Spain coach released a video in which he said he would be making live video connections with fans.
“The idea is simply to establish a direct relationship with the fans who could be interested in live information about the team, from a personal point of view of mine and the training staff,” said Enrique in his video, reports Xinhua.
“I am looking forward to experiencing and sharing the atmosphere and the pressure of a World Cup,” he added, saying that he would probably hold his first session on November 18.
Meanwhile, Spain’s veteran Fc Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets is on the verge of his fourth World Cup, after 2010 when he helped Spain win their first title,...
The Spain coach released a video in which he said he would be making live video connections with fans.
“The idea is simply to establish a direct relationship with the fans who could be interested in live information about the team, from a personal point of view of mine and the training staff,” said Enrique in his video, reports Xinhua.
“I am looking forward to experiencing and sharing the atmosphere and the pressure of a World Cup,” he added, saying that he would probably hold his first session on November 18.
Meanwhile, Spain’s veteran Fc Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets is on the verge of his fourth World Cup, after 2010 when he helped Spain win their first title,...
- 11/15/2022
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Madrid, Nov 15 (Ians) Spain’s veteran Fc Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets is on the verge of his fourth World Cup, after 2010 where he helped Spain win their first title, 2014 and 2018.
Now he will once again be a key member of the Spanish midfield in Qatar, despite his age of 34.
“It’s been many years in the front line, enduring many things, both in the national team and in the club, passing continuous tests,” he said in an interview with Spanish ‘Panenka’ magazine.
He said Spain coach Luis Enrique has the full support of his players.
“Luis Enrique is the person most responsible for all the players in the squad. He is the one who works day by day, and knows all of them and what they can contribute. He is the one who prepares the matches and convinces us of the idea of game with facts and explanations. We are with him to the end,...
Now he will once again be a key member of the Spanish midfield in Qatar, despite his age of 34.
“It’s been many years in the front line, enduring many things, both in the national team and in the club, passing continuous tests,” he said in an interview with Spanish ‘Panenka’ magazine.
He said Spain coach Luis Enrique has the full support of his players.
“Luis Enrique is the person most responsible for all the players in the squad. He is the one who works day by day, and knows all of them and what they can contribute. He is the one who prepares the matches and convinces us of the idea of game with facts and explanations. We are with him to the end,...
- 11/15/2022
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Madrid, Nov 12 (Ians) Spain coach Luis Enrique had few surprises when he named his 26-man squad for the World Cup on Friday from the headquarters of the Spanish Football Federation just outside of Madrid.
The coach has picked a squad with an emphasis on youth, including players such as Fc Barcelona trio Ansu Fati, Gavi and Pedri, and other youngsters such as Yeremy Pino, Hugo Guillamon and Nico Williams, while again ignoring calls to include Paris Saint Germain’s veteran Sergio Ramos.
There is the experience in defense, with Jordi Alba, Dani Carvajal and Cesar Azpilicueta all included, although there was no place for Athletic Club Bilbao’s Inigo Martinez, with Valencia’s Hugo Guillamon, who can also play in midfield if needed, given the nod.
Sergio Busquets could well start with his Barca teammates, Pedri and Gavi in midfield, while Rodri Hernandez, Carlos Soler, and Atletico Madrid duo Koke...
The coach has picked a squad with an emphasis on youth, including players such as Fc Barcelona trio Ansu Fati, Gavi and Pedri, and other youngsters such as Yeremy Pino, Hugo Guillamon and Nico Williams, while again ignoring calls to include Paris Saint Germain’s veteran Sergio Ramos.
There is the experience in defense, with Jordi Alba, Dani Carvajal and Cesar Azpilicueta all included, although there was no place for Athletic Club Bilbao’s Inigo Martinez, with Valencia’s Hugo Guillamon, who can also play in midfield if needed, given the nod.
Sergio Busquets could well start with his Barca teammates, Pedri and Gavi in midfield, while Rodri Hernandez, Carlos Soler, and Atletico Madrid duo Koke...
- 11/12/2022
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Madrid, Oct 21 (Ians) Three goals in eight minutes saw Fc Barcelona claim a comfortable 3-0 win at home to Villarreal on Thursday night which helped them recover from Sunday’s defeat to Real Madrid.
Two goals from Robert Lewandowski in the 30th and 34th minute set Barca on their way, and Ansu Fati netted from close range after Ferran Torres had hit the post in the 38th minute to wrap the game up.
Lewandowski’s first goal saw him control a pass from Jordi Alba before striking home, while his second was a measured shot into the far corner of the Villarreal goal, reports Xinhua.
Barca coach Xavi Hernandez rang the changes with Marcos Alonso playing in central defence, while Torres, Gavi and Fati all came into the side, with Sergio Busquets and Eric Garcia among those dropping to the bench.
The home side began by controlling the ball, with...
Two goals from Robert Lewandowski in the 30th and 34th minute set Barca on their way, and Ansu Fati netted from close range after Ferran Torres had hit the post in the 38th minute to wrap the game up.
Lewandowski’s first goal saw him control a pass from Jordi Alba before striking home, while his second was a measured shot into the far corner of the Villarreal goal, reports Xinhua.
Barca coach Xavi Hernandez rang the changes with Marcos Alonso playing in central defence, while Torres, Gavi and Fati all came into the side, with Sergio Busquets and Eric Garcia among those dropping to the bench.
The home side began by controlling the ball, with...
- 10/21/2022
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Madrid, Oct 19 (Ians) Fc Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez is expected to bring changes when his side entertains Villarreal at Camp Nou on Thursday.
The game comes on the back of last week’s 3-3 draw at home to Inter Milan, which almost ended Barca’s hopes of advancing in the Champions League and Sunday’s 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid, where Barca rarely looked as if they were going to get anything from their eternal rivals, reports Xinhua.
Barca were flat and lacked a change of pace in the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium and also looked vulnerable to Madrid’s rapid counterattacks: something that Villarreal, with players such as Arnaut Danjuma, are also highly effective at.
Xavi is likely to bring Ansu Fati into his starting 11 for Ousmane Dembele, whose form has dipped in recent matches, while youngster Gavi also looks certain to be back in the side.
Veteran midfielder Sergio Busquets...
The game comes on the back of last week’s 3-3 draw at home to Inter Milan, which almost ended Barca’s hopes of advancing in the Champions League and Sunday’s 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid, where Barca rarely looked as if they were going to get anything from their eternal rivals, reports Xinhua.
Barca were flat and lacked a change of pace in the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium and also looked vulnerable to Madrid’s rapid counterattacks: something that Villarreal, with players such as Arnaut Danjuma, are also highly effective at.
Xavi is likely to bring Ansu Fati into his starting 11 for Ousmane Dembele, whose form has dipped in recent matches, while youngster Gavi also looks certain to be back in the side.
Veteran midfielder Sergio Busquets...
- 10/19/2022
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Madrid, Oct 14 (Ians) The ‘Clasico’ between Real Madrid and Fc Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday night is the big game of Matchday 9 in La Liga, but there are other things to keep an eye out for as well this weekend in Spain.
1. Real Madrid to twist the knife against Barca?
It has not been a good week for Barcelona after the wildly entertaining but ultimately disastrous 3-3 draw at home to Inter Milan left them needing a miracle to avoid an early exit from the Champions League for the second year running.
Real Madrid look well-placed to rub salt into the wounds, given that Carlo Ancelotti’s men are already assured of their place in the last 16 of the competition, and apart from questions over Thibaut Courtois, they will have everyone available, reports Xinhua.
Morale is high at Real Madrid, while Barcelona travel with their pride badly hurt...
1. Real Madrid to twist the knife against Barca?
It has not been a good week for Barcelona after the wildly entertaining but ultimately disastrous 3-3 draw at home to Inter Milan left them needing a miracle to avoid an early exit from the Champions League for the second year running.
Real Madrid look well-placed to rub salt into the wounds, given that Carlo Ancelotti’s men are already assured of their place in the last 16 of the competition, and apart from questions over Thibaut Courtois, they will have everyone available, reports Xinhua.
Morale is high at Real Madrid, while Barcelona travel with their pride badly hurt...
- 10/16/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Madrid, Oct 14 (Ians) The ‘Clasico’ between Real Madrid and Fc Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday night is the big game of Matchday 9 in La Liga, but there are other things to keep an eye out for as well this weekend in Spain.
1. Real Madrid to twist the knife against Barca?
It has not been a good week for Barcelona after the wildly entertaining but ultimately disastrous 3-3 draw at home to Inter Milan left them needing a miracle to avoid an early exit from the Champions League for the second year running.
Real Madrid look well-placed to rub salt into the wounds, given that Carlo Ancelotti’s men are already assured of their place in the last 16 of the competition, and apart from questions over Thibaut Courtois, they will have everyone available, reports Xinhua.
Morale is high at Real Madrid, while Barcelona travel with their pride badly hurt...
1. Real Madrid to twist the knife against Barca?
It has not been a good week for Barcelona after the wildly entertaining but ultimately disastrous 3-3 draw at home to Inter Milan left them needing a miracle to avoid an early exit from the Champions League for the second year running.
Real Madrid look well-placed to rub salt into the wounds, given that Carlo Ancelotti’s men are already assured of their place in the last 16 of the competition, and apart from questions over Thibaut Courtois, they will have everyone available, reports Xinhua.
Morale is high at Real Madrid, while Barcelona travel with their pride badly hurt...
- 10/16/2022
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Madrid, Oct (Ians) Besides an uphill struggle to book their place in the knockout stage of the Champions League, Fc Barcelona’s 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan on Tuesday has left coach Xavi Hernandez with problems in defense.
Although Barca can look to a dreadful decision by the Var not to award them a late penalty after a handball in the Inter penalty area, that should not disguise a poor performance on the night.
The defeat means Barca have to beat Inter next Wednesday in Camp Nou and probably also Bayern Munich to book a place in the last 16 that is so important to the club’s economy.
Xavi was without players such as Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde and Hector Bellerin, Memphis Depay and Frenkie de Jong on Tuesday and then lost Andreas Christensen with twisted ankle ligaments during the game, reports Xinhua.
That leaves the coach with only Eric Garcia...
Although Barca can look to a dreadful decision by the Var not to award them a late penalty after a handball in the Inter penalty area, that should not disguise a poor performance on the night.
The defeat means Barca have to beat Inter next Wednesday in Camp Nou and probably also Bayern Munich to book a place in the last 16 that is so important to the club’s economy.
Xavi was without players such as Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde and Hector Bellerin, Memphis Depay and Frenkie de Jong on Tuesday and then lost Andreas Christensen with twisted ankle ligaments during the game, reports Xinhua.
That leaves the coach with only Eric Garcia...
- 10/5/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Madrid (Spain), Sep 30 (Ians) Injuries have affected the plans of Fc Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez ahead of his side’s visit to play Mallorca on Saturday.
The international break saw Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde, Memphis Depay and Frenkie De Jong all pick up injuries (long-term ones in the case of Araujo and Depay), while Kounde and De Jong are unlikely to be fit for Saturday.
To make matters worse for Xavi, right back Hector Bellerin suffered a calf injury in training and is also out of action for between two to three weeks.
That means Sergi Roberto is almost certain to start on the right of the Barcelona defense, although the fact he is recovering from injury means Eric Garcia could be asked to move across from central defense, with Gerard Pique partnering Andreas Christensen at the heart of the back line.
Sergio Busquets, Gavi and Pedri look likely to play in midfield,...
The international break saw Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde, Memphis Depay and Frenkie De Jong all pick up injuries (long-term ones in the case of Araujo and Depay), while Kounde and De Jong are unlikely to be fit for Saturday.
To make matters worse for Xavi, right back Hector Bellerin suffered a calf injury in training and is also out of action for between two to three weeks.
That means Sergi Roberto is almost certain to start on the right of the Barcelona defense, although the fact he is recovering from injury means Eric Garcia could be asked to move across from central defense, with Gerard Pique partnering Andreas Christensen at the heart of the back line.
Sergio Busquets, Gavi and Pedri look likely to play in midfield,...
- 9/30/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Lisbon, Sep 28 (Ians) Portugal manager Fernando Santos has claimed that his team’s elimination from UEFA Nations League A was unfair. At the Municipal Stadium in Braga, visitors Spain upset Portugal 1-0 with Alvaro Morata’s 88th-minute strike to top Group 2 with 11 points. Portugal finished second with 10 points.
“It is true that in the first half Spain had more possession without creating major problems. We lacked some patience, we played with a lot of long passes, but at passing the ball the team did well and got there,” the coach explained.
According to Santos, Portugal created goal situations, while Spain did nothing but try to stay more in possession, reports Xinhua.
“We tried to correct that at half-time, and we were pushing hard at the restart. We had a great opportunity, but we didn’t take it, and then Spain started to have more ball; and we had more difficulty,...
“It is true that in the first half Spain had more possession without creating major problems. We lacked some patience, we played with a lot of long passes, but at passing the ball the team did well and got there,” the coach explained.
According to Santos, Portugal created goal situations, while Spain did nothing but try to stay more in possession, reports Xinhua.
“We tried to correct that at half-time, and we were pushing hard at the restart. We had a great opportunity, but we didn’t take it, and then Spain started to have more ball; and we had more difficulty,...
- 9/28/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Warsaw, Sep 18 (Ians) Fc Barcelona coach Xavi Hernadez admitted that Robert Lewandowski surprised him in the first weeks of playing with the Catalan club.
Poland captain Lewandowski continues his perfect start at Camp Nou after joining Barcelona from Bayern Munich this summer. On Saturday the forward’s brace led the team to a 3-0 victory over Elche. Lewandowski sits at the top of the La Liga top scorer’s standings as he found the net eight times in six appearances.
“I’m really surprised at what a man he is. I mean his modesty, diligence and professionalism. He is always involved in the game. It’s really a luxury for a coach to have him in the locker room,” Xavi was quoted as saying by Spanish media on Sunday, reports Xinhua.
“We have a lot of young players who didn’t win a lot of trophies. They are very motivated to lift the cups.
Poland captain Lewandowski continues his perfect start at Camp Nou after joining Barcelona from Bayern Munich this summer. On Saturday the forward’s brace led the team to a 3-0 victory over Elche. Lewandowski sits at the top of the La Liga top scorer’s standings as he found the net eight times in six appearances.
“I’m really surprised at what a man he is. I mean his modesty, diligence and professionalism. He is always involved in the game. It’s really a luxury for a coach to have him in the locker room,” Xavi was quoted as saying by Spanish media on Sunday, reports Xinhua.
“We have a lot of young players who didn’t win a lot of trophies. They are very motivated to lift the cups.
- 9/18/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid (Spain), Sep 17 (Ians) Spain coach Luis Enrique brought in two new faces when he named his squad for the forthcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Switzerland and Portugal on Friday.
Betis striker Borja Iglesias and Athletic Club Bilbao winger Nico Williams were both included in the 25-man squad, which is also the last squad Enrique will give before naming his final group to the World Cup finals in Qatar.
“This would be the list if the World Cup was to start tomorrow, no doubt about it. I always take the players that I consider to be the best,” Enrique told a press conference.
Iglesias gets his call-up after scoring 19 goals last season for Betis and starting this season with four goals in five appearances, while 20-year-old Williams is a surprise call-up but has impressed with his pace and ability to open up the pitch in the year and a...
Betis striker Borja Iglesias and Athletic Club Bilbao winger Nico Williams were both included in the 25-man squad, which is also the last squad Enrique will give before naming his final group to the World Cup finals in Qatar.
“This would be the list if the World Cup was to start tomorrow, no doubt about it. I always take the players that I consider to be the best,” Enrique told a press conference.
Iglesias gets his call-up after scoring 19 goals last season for Betis and starting this season with four goals in five appearances, while 20-year-old Williams is a surprise call-up but has impressed with his pace and ability to open up the pitch in the year and a...
- 9/16/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid, Aug 16 (Ians) Real Betis, Atletico Madrid and Villarreal share the leadership of La Liga following the first round of matches, after the three sides kicked off the season with 3-0 wins.
Betis beat Elche after their job was made much easier by the sending off of Elche defender John Chetauya after just 15 minutes for a professional foul on Aitor Ruibales.
Borja Iglesias opened the scoring for Betis in the 27th minute, and last season’s top scorer Juanmi kicked off the season with two goals in the 38th and 59th minutes, as the home side enjoyed an easy win, reports Xinhua.
Alvaro Morata celebrated his return to Atletico Madrid from Juventus with two goals as his side opened the season with a 3-0 win away to Getafe.
Joao Felix supplied both assists for Morata, before Antoine Griezmann completed the scoring with a left-foot shot with 15 minutes left to play.
Betis beat Elche after their job was made much easier by the sending off of Elche defender John Chetauya after just 15 minutes for a professional foul on Aitor Ruibales.
Borja Iglesias opened the scoring for Betis in the 27th minute, and last season’s top scorer Juanmi kicked off the season with two goals in the 38th and 59th minutes, as the home side enjoyed an easy win, reports Xinhua.
Alvaro Morata celebrated his return to Atletico Madrid from Juventus with two goals as his side opened the season with a 3-0 win away to Getafe.
Joao Felix supplied both assists for Morata, before Antoine Griezmann completed the scoring with a left-foot shot with 15 minutes left to play.
- 8/16/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid, Aug 14 (Ians) Fc Barcelona kicked off the new La Liga season with a disappointing 0-0 draw at home to Rayo Vallecano.
Barca had moments of impressive football on Saturday night, but Rayo defended well and have not conceded a goal in their last three meetings with the Catalans.
Andreas Christensen, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha all made their first team debuts for Xavi Hernandez’s side while Ousmane Dembele was also in the starting 11 after signing his new contract, reports Xinhua. Barca looked to open up the pitch in the first half with Dembele and Raphinha both looking dangerous, although without working Rayo keeper, Stole Dimitrievski.
The visitors began by pressing Barca high up the pitch, but were pushed deeper as the half progressed, although Alvaro had a good chance well saved by Marc Andre Ter Stegen.
Dimitrievski saved well from Ansu Fati (who came on as a second half...
Barca had moments of impressive football on Saturday night, but Rayo defended well and have not conceded a goal in their last three meetings with the Catalans.
Andreas Christensen, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha all made their first team debuts for Xavi Hernandez’s side while Ousmane Dembele was also in the starting 11 after signing his new contract, reports Xinhua. Barca looked to open up the pitch in the first half with Dembele and Raphinha both looking dangerous, although without working Rayo keeper, Stole Dimitrievski.
The visitors began by pressing Barca high up the pitch, but were pushed deeper as the half progressed, although Alvaro had a good chance well saved by Marc Andre Ter Stegen.
Dimitrievski saved well from Ansu Fati (who came on as a second half...
- 8/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid, Feb 18 (Ians) Fc Barcelona have plenty of work to do if they want to reach the last-16 of the Europa League after being held to a 1-1 draw at home to Napoli. Barca were without Sergio Busquets, who began the game on the bench, and with Dani Alves’ absence for European competitions, Oscar […]...
- 2/18/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid, Feb 27 (Ians) Fc Barcelona travel to the Sanchez Pizjuan on Saturday for a game that is absolutely vital to both teams' La Liga title hopes.
Wednesday's 3-0 win at home to Elche moved Barca a point above Sevilla into third place in La Liga, five points behind Atletico Madrid, but with an extra game played, Ronald Koeman's side needs all three points on Saturday, Xinhua news agency reported.
The two teams met in the same ground just over a fortnight ago in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals, with Sevilla winning 2-0, and they will meet again next Wednesday in a match where Barca will need to score at least twice to have a chance of qualifying.
However, with the league title in play on Saturday there is no way that either of the two teams can use Saturday as a dress rehearsal for the...
Wednesday's 3-0 win at home to Elche moved Barca a point above Sevilla into third place in La Liga, five points behind Atletico Madrid, but with an extra game played, Ronald Koeman's side needs all three points on Saturday, Xinhua news agency reported.
The two teams met in the same ground just over a fortnight ago in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals, with Sevilla winning 2-0, and they will meet again next Wednesday in a match where Barca will need to score at least twice to have a chance of qualifying.
However, with the league title in play on Saturday there is no way that either of the two teams can use Saturday as a dress rehearsal for the...
- 2/27/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid, Feb 25 (Ians) Fc Barcelona kept their slim title hopes alive after a brace from Lionel Messi and one from Jordi Alba gave them a 3-0 win at home to Elche, which leaves them five points behind La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid.
Barca coach Ronald Koeman said in his pre-game press conference that this game and Saturday's trip to Sevilla were vital for his side's title chances, and he made changes to try and keep his squad fresh, Xinhua news reports.
Samuel Umtiti, Francisco Trincao, Oscar Mingueza, Martin Braithwaite and Miralem Pjanic all started, with Clement Lenglet, Sergino Dest, Antoine Griezmann, Sergio Busquets and Ousmane Dembele dropping to the bench.
The game started brightly and Elche, buoyed by their first win in almost four months at the weekend, had the first chance when Lucas Boye fired over when he had the goal at his mercy.
Barca looked to hit back...
Barca coach Ronald Koeman said in his pre-game press conference that this game and Saturday's trip to Sevilla were vital for his side's title chances, and he made changes to try and keep his squad fresh, Xinhua news reports.
Samuel Umtiti, Francisco Trincao, Oscar Mingueza, Martin Braithwaite and Miralem Pjanic all started, with Clement Lenglet, Sergino Dest, Antoine Griezmann, Sergio Busquets and Ousmane Dembele dropping to the bench.
The game started brightly and Elche, buoyed by their first win in almost four months at the weekend, had the first chance when Lucas Boye fired over when he had the goal at his mercy.
Barca looked to hit back...
- 2/25/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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