Alemany corroborates Xavi’s claim that Laporta blocked Messi’s return… and Tebas intervenes!
A new chapter has emerged in the ongoing dispute between Xavi Hernandez and Barcelona president Joan Laporta regarding Lionel Messi’s potential return to Barça in 2023, written by former Blaugrana sporting director Mateo Alemany. Xavi stated that Messi had given his approval to return to Barcelona after the 2022 World Cup, and that La Liga […]
Yamal rescues Barcelona from Newcastle’s trap with a last-minute equalizer
The first leg of the Champions League Round of 16 between Newcastle and Barcelona lived up to its promise, delivering a thrilling encounter from start to finish. In the first half, Newcastle had a slight edge and posed a greater threat to Juan Garcia’s goal, but neither side could find the net. The second half […]
Tebas exonerates Laporta: We didn’t give Barcelona the green light to sign Messi
La Liga president Javier Tebas has cleared Barcelona president Joan Laporta of accusations that he blocked Lionel Messi’s transfer to the Catalan club in 2023. Former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez made scathing remarks against Laporta, asserting that Messi had agreed to return to Barça after his time at Paris Saint-Germain, but that the president prevented […]
Barcelona and Arsenal in the Race for Germany’s Star
Sky Sports reports that Barcelona has set its sights on Borussia Dortmund star Julian Brandt for a potential summer transfer. Dortmund announced a few days ago that negotiations to renew Brandt’s contract had broken down, meaning the German international will leave Signal Iduna Park when his contract expires in July. According to the latest report, […]
Ancelotti includes Neymar in Brazil squad for March, but only under “temporary” observation
Carlo Ancelotti has decided to include Neymar in the preliminary squad for Brazil’s friendly matches this month against France and Croatia. According to GE, the plan was for Ancelotti to personally observe the player during Santos’ match against Mirassol on Tuesday (10), in the fifth round of the Brazilian league. Ultimately, Neymar suffered a muscle […]
Laporta’s harsh response to Xavi: You’re hurting because Flick is better than you!
Barcelona president Joan Laporta did not respond to Xavi Hernandez’s accusation that he sabotaged Lionel Messi’s return to Barça in 2023, but instead launched an attack on the Catalan club’s former coach. Xavi was dismissed from his position in the summer of 2024 after a disagreement with Laporta, who then appointed Hansi Flick. The German […]
Xavi Drops a Bombshell: Laporta Refused to Bring Messi Back in 2023
Former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has made controversial statements against former president Joan Laporta just days before the Catalan club’s elections. Xavi is known to support Victor Font’s bid for the Barcelona presidency after his relationship with Laporta broke down. Laporta sacked him in the summer of 2024, just weeks after renewing his contract. Xavi […]
A brilliant goal from Yamal leads Barcelona past Bilbao in La Liga
Barcelona responded to Real Madrid’s victory over Celta Vigo on Friday with a hard-fought and important 1-0 win at San Mamés against Athletic Bilbao. With Tuesday’s Champions League clash against Newcastle United in mind, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick opted to leave Pedri, Fermín López, and Rafinha on the bench. As expected, this resulted in a […]
Why did Barcelona players wear black armbands against Bilbao?
Barcelona players wore black armbands during their La Liga match against Athletic Bilbao at San Mamés Stadium. Many wondered why the Barça players wore these armbands, especially since no deaths had been reported in recent days. According to the newspaper Sport, the armbands were in mourning for the death of Barcelona star Gavi’s grandmother earlier […]
Lewandowski’s availability for Barcelona vs. Athletic Bilbao match confirmed
Barcelona confirmed in an official statement that Robert Lewandowski has fully recovered from his recent injury and will be available for Saturday evening’s match against Athletic Bilbao. Lewandowski missed the second leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final against Atlético Madrid due to a sudden eye injury. Barça won the match 3-0 but were eliminated […]