Former Barcelona sporting director Mateu Alemany has been asked about Xavi Hernandez’s recent comments about a possible return for Lionel Messi and says the ex-midfielder is right. Xavi has claimed this week that Messi was “excited” to be heading back to Barcelona in 2023 before Joan Laporta blocked the homecoming from happening. Alemany was asked […]
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WELCOME TO ST. JAMES’ PARK!!! The iconic home of one of England’s most historic clubs is the site of a gigantic European clash between Newcastle and Barcelona, who face each other in the first leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie. Barça come into this one looking for a solid result to take […]
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Joan Laporta has made it clear that he wants Robert Lewandowski to stay at Barcelona for another season. The 37-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season and has said he won’t make a decision on his future until the end of the campaign. Laporta says that he’d be happy to keep […]
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Barcelona have been hit by more injury problems ahead of tonight’s Champions League clash with Newcastle as Eric Garcia has emerged as a doubt for the game. Garcia had been expected to start at right-back but is suffering from “muscle discomfort” and is a “serious doubt” for the game at St James’ Park, according to […]
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Barcelona president Joan Laporta has been talking transfers once again and the possibility of Julian Alvarez arriving at the club from Atletico Madrid. Alvarez has been repeatedly linked with a move to Barcelona, although there are huge doubts about whether the Catalans could afford to bring in the Argentina international. Here’s what Laporta’s had to […]
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We are rapidly heading into the business end of the season when teams across the globe will battle it out for the biggest prizes on offer. Barcelona’s hopes of winning the Copa del Rey have already been ended by Atletico, but Hansi Flick’s side remain in contention in La Liga and the Champions League. The […]
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Barcelona have been granted permission to re-open part of the Gol Nord stand and expand the capacity of Camp Nou to up to 62,000 supporters. The club have been hoping to expand capacity from 45,000 supporters for a little while now and have finally received approval from Barcelona City Council for license 1C. The permit […]
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Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font has called on Lionel Messi to share his side of the story about a possible return to the club. Former manager Xavi has claimed that Messi was set to return to Camp Nou in 2023 before Joan Laporta blocked the deal. Font was asked about the situation again on Tuesday […]
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Micky van de Ven is one of several center-backs who have been linked with a move to Barcelona in the summer transfer window as Hansi Flick’s side aim to bolster their backline. The Dutch star is being tipped to leave Tottenham, with the north London side in the midst of a dismal Premier League season […]
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When and where to watch Newcastle United v FC Barcelona – FC BarcelonaInternational kick-off times and viewing guide for UCL Last 16 first leg at St. James’ Park. Newcastle United v FC Barcelona: Did you know? – FC BarcelonaThe time has finally come and on Tuesday at St. James’ Park, kick off 9pm CET, Barça […]
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The next Barcelona match is upon us! The Blaugrana travel to England for a huge Champions League Round of 16 first leg against Newcastle at St. James’ Park, and Hansi Flick has called up the following 22 players for Tuesday’s clash: Goalkeepers: 13. Joan Garcia, 25. Wojciech Szczesny, 31. Diego Kochen Defenders: 2. João Cancelo, […]
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Newcastle United vs FC Barcelona Competition/Round: 2025-26 UEFA Champions League, Round of 16, 1st Leg Barcelona Outs & Doubts: Alejando Balde, Gavi, Andreas Christensen, Frenkie de Jong, Jules Kounde (out) Newcastle Outs & Doubts: Fabian Schär, Emil Krafth, Bruno Guimarães, Lewis Miley (out), Tino Livramento (doubt) Barcelona Form Guide: LWWWW Newcastle Form Guide: LWLWL Date/Time: […]
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Newcastle United made an eyebrow-raising change in goal in the days leading up to FC Barcelona’s arrival at St. James’ Park. Aaron Ramsdale, who had been the designated cup keeper, was handed the starting spot over Nick Pope in a 2-1 victory over Manchester United in the Premier League. The switch comes after a series […]
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Joan Laporta has been talking about Alejandro Echevarría following criticism from former Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez. Xavi has given an explosive interview this week, criticising Laporta, and claiming Echevarria effectively runs the club. “I signed for Barça thanks to him [Laporta], but he ended up letting me down. Why? He dismissed me as coach without telling […]
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Ronald Araujo’s role has been shifting throughout the season, with FC Barcelona boss Hansi Flick using him in different positions, from a makeshift striker to occasional defensive cover. Against Newcastle United, there are some that say his deployment could alter the course of the pivotal UEFA Champions League clash. But is he disciplined enough to […]
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Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia says the team has improved since the nightmare Copa del Rey defeat to Atlético Madrid and thinks the group has learned plenty of lessons from that night ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League Round of 16 first leg against Newcastle. Joan spoke to the press on Monday and was optimistic about Barça’s […]
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Barcelona manager Hansi Flick spoke to the press in England on Monday ahead of his team’s Champions League clash with Newcastle on Tuesday night at St. James’ Park. The coach was obviously asked questions about Xavi Hernández’s explosive interview but also took time to analyze the game against Newcastle and was full of praise for […]
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Barcelona have four players at risk of missing the second leg of their tie against Newcastle heading into the first leg at St James’ Park on Tuesday night. Lamine Yamal, Marc Casado, Gerard Martin and Fermin Lopez all face sitting out the return at Camp Nou if they are booked against the Magpies. Hansi Flick […]
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La Liga president Javier Tebas has spoken out about a possible Barcelona return for Lionel Messi after former boss Xavi claimed the Argentine was set to come home in 2023 before Joan Laporta vetoed the move. Xavi has told La Vanguardia that he spoke with Messi about a possible homecoming and that the forward “was […]
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The Champions League is back with a bang this week as the last 16 kicks off with some exciting ties across the continent. Barcelona are up against Premier League side Newcastle in a repeat of their group game. Hansi Flick’s side ran out 2-1 winners at St James’ Park earlier in the season and face […]
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Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has given an explosive new interview where he’s had plenty to say about Joan Laporta during his time in charge. Yet Xavi also took time out to talk about Hansi Flick and his classy behavior after it was decided he would take over at the club. “We message each other […]
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The squad for the match in Newcastle – FC BarcelonaFrom Bilbao to Newcastle. Hansi Flick and the squad have left La Liga behind temporarily to focus on the Champions League as they head to England. On March 10, the Blaugranes have the Last 16 first leg at St. James’ Park and 23 players have made […]
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Joan Laporta has responded to an explosive interview by Xavi in which the former Barcelona manager has been critical of the ex-president and also claimed he prevented Lionel Messi from returning to the club. “It hurt,” he said in a live debate on Sport. “When I see these statements, I think of Flick. It’s tough being […]
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Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez has given a lengthy interview and taken aim at Joan Laporta ahead of the forthcoming elections. Xavi has already pledged his support to Victor Font and has now spoken out about his exit from the club and also revealed that a deal had been agreed for Lionel Messi to return – […]
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Barcelona travel to England for a massive European night as the Blaugrana face Newcastle in the first leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie at St. James’ Park. Here’s how we think Hansi Flick will line up his troops for Tuesday’s battle: Defense Flick was able to successfully rotate his team and still […]
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