Ahmad Sarmad Ansari

Ahmad Sarmad Ansari has been covering Spanish football as a writer for Sempre Barca since 2022 and has been an avid football fanatic since 2010. He mainly covers on and off-field happenings taking place at Barcelona including transfer news, administrative changes, match reports, and any other eventful news coming out of the club.

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 15: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, interacts with Gavi during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Sevilla FC at Spotify Camp Nou on March 15, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Tougher than the first: Barcelona star Gavi’s mental battle with second injury
One of the most notable features of the recent game between FC Barcelona and Sevilla in La Liga, which ended in a...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 18: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and Newcastle United FC at Camp Nou on March 18, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Six goal involvements: €80m Barcelona star produces unforgettable performance against Newcastle
The entire FC Barcelona squad appeared to be enjoying themselves as they ran riot in the UEFA Champions League, dismantling Newcastle United...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 18: Marc Bernal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and Newcastle United FC at Camp Nou on March 18, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘Flick told us at halftime…‘ — Marc Bernal reacts after scoring in Barcelona 7-2 win against Newcastle
Marc Bernal was one of the FC Barcelona players who got a share of glory as the Blaugranes beat Newcastle United 7-2...
CBS Sports pundit Thierry Henry.
‘Europe is starting to feel the danger‘ — Thierry Henry warns rivals after Barcelona thrash Newcastle
FC Barcelona once again showcased their brilliance as they returned to the UEFA Champions League to take on Newcastle United in the...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 18: Eddie Howe, Manager of Newcastle United, looks dejected during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and Newcastle United FC at Camp Nou on March 18, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘A painful experience‘ — Eddie Howe admits Newcastle collapse against Barcelona was tough
FC Barcelona were once again back to their ruthless best as they beat Newcastle United 7-2 in the second leg of the...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 18: Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during with teammate Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and Newcastle United FC at Camp Nou on March 18, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘You don’t even know who you’re chasing‘ — Joelinton admits Barcelona left Newcastle confused
After a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie against Newcastle United, FC Barcelona...
March 18, 2026, Barcelona, Barcelona, SPAIN: Hansi Flick, head coach of FC Barcelona, gestures during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg, football match played between FC Barcelona and Newcastle United at Spotify Camp Nou stadium on March 18, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘It has certainly been a crazy match‘ — Hansi Flick reacts after Barcelona beat Newcastle United 7-2 in UCL
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BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA - SEPTEMBER 9: Kees Smit of Az Alkmaar fails in the penalty shoot out during a match between Boca Juniors and AZ Alkmaar as part of U20 InterContinental Cup 2023 at Estadio Alberto J. Armando on September 9, 2023 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Dutch midfielder Kees Smit dreams of La Liga, reveals admiration for Barcelona icons Messi and Iniesta
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Jacob Murphy of Newcastle United arrives for todays game during the Champions League match between Newcastle United and Barcelona at St. James's Park, Newcastle, UK on 10 March 2026.
‘We are ready to give them a fight‘ — Jacob Murphy sets tone for Barcelona vs Newcastle United
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 25: Dani Olmo of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Oviedo at Spotify Camp Nou on January 25, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Barcelona announce squad for Newcastle United clash
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March 17, 2026, Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, SPAIN: Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona, attends his press conference during the training day of FC Barcelona ahead the UEFA Champions League 2025/26, football match against Newcastle United at Ciudad Esportiva Joan Gamper on March 17, 2026 in Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain.
Pau Cubarsi talks Laporta, Cancelo, Martin, Espart, Gordon ahead of Barcelona vs Newcastle United
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March 17, 2026, Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, SPAIN: Hansi Flick, head coach of FC Barcelona, attends his press conference during the training day of FC Barcelona ahead the UEFA Champions League 2025/26, football match against Newcastle United at Ciudad Esportiva Joan Gamper on March 17, 2026 in Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick talks Laporta, Yamal, Ferran, Lewandowski, Woltemade ahead of Barcelona vs Newcastle United
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 17: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta gives a press conference in response to recent allegations over payments made to referees by the club, at Spotify Camp Nou on April 17, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. UEFA and Spanish authorities are investigating Barcelona over the payment of millions of euros to the company of Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, the former vice-president of Spanish football's refereeing committee. If found guilty, UEFA's investigation could lead to a Champions League ban for the club.
‘He came at a difficult time‘ — Joan Laporta hopes €8m Barcelona star stays beyond this season
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March 15, 2026, Sabadell, Barcelona, Spain: Barcelona Spain 15.03.2026 Hansi Flick coach (FC Barcelona) looks during the La Liga EA Sports between FC Barcelona and Sevilla FC at Camp Nou on 15 March 2026 in Barcelona.
Hansi Flick talks Gavi, Cancelo, Pedri, Yamal, Roony, Eric Garcia, Olmo after Barcelona 5-2 Sevilla
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - OCTOBER 05: Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on October 05, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
‘There are formulas‘ — Joan Laporta reveals alternative plan to keep Rashford at Barcelona beyond current loan
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PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - JANUARY 21: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between SK Slavia Praha and FC Barcelona at Eden Arena on January 21, 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic.
Hansi Flick handed boost as key Barcelona duo return to training ahead of Sevilla clash
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PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - JANUARY 21: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between SK Slavia Praha and FC Barcelona at Eden Arena on January 21, 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic.
‘Many things can happen‘ — Robert Lewandowski sends clear Champions League warning to Barcelona
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MILAN, ITALY - MAY 06: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale celebrates after teammate Francesco Acerbi scores his team's third goal 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 06, 2025 in Milan, Italy.
Barcelona learn asking price as Inter Milan open door to Alessandro Bastoni sale – Report
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WREXHAM, WALES - MARCH 07: Pedro Neto of Chelsea looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match between Wrexham and Chelsea on March 07, 2026 in Wrexham, Wales.
Barcelona add 26-year-old Chelsea star to winger shortlist – report
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CBS Sports pundit Thierry Henry.
‘I’m very much a Barca supporter. But…‘ — Thierry Henry gives surprising verdict on Real Madrid after 3-0 Man City win
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