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.

SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - JANUARY 18: Referee Jesus Gil Manzano shows a yellow card to Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona at Estadio Anoeta on January 18, 2026 in San Sebastian, Spain.
Gil Manzano faces consequences as he misses refereeing duties this weekend following Barcelona controversy
FC Barcelona continued their winning run in La Liga on Saturday with a victory over Elche that kept them at the top...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 04: The Barcelona logo is seen on a flag waving above the stadium prior to the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final Leg One match between FC Barcelona and AS Roma at Camp Nou on April 4, 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.
The Best FC Barcelona Clutch Plays In History
Barcelona’s identity is usually painted in broad, elegant strokes: possession as protection, structure as security, technique as inevitability. That’s why their clutch...
Deco, the Sporting Director of FC Barcelona.
Barcelona decides against pursuing Levante star with €30 million release clause – Report
FC Barcelona significantly strengthened their attack in last summer’s transfer window, bringing in the likes of Marcus Rashford and Roony Bardghji. Another...
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.
Lewandowski eyes Messi’s Champions League record in Barcelona vs Copenhagen
FC Barcelona are set to return to UEFA Champions League action tonight as they will be facing the Danish side FC Copenhagen...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 04: The Barcelona logo is seen on a flag waving above the stadium prior to the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final Leg One match between FC Barcelona and AS Roma at Camp Nou on April 4, 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona surge from 6th to 2nd in Deloitte Football Money League
Having faced significant financial problems in the last few years, things have clearly started to improve for FC Barcelona. The Catalans have...
SANTANDER, SPAIN - JANUARY 15: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, gestures during the Copa del Rey Round of 16 match between Racing de Santander and FC Barcelona at El Sardinero on January 15, 2026 in Santander, Spain.
Every word from Hansi Flick’s pre-match press conference ahead of Real Oviedo vs FC Barcelona
After putting in another comeback performance and winning their midweek UEFA Champions League match against Slavia Praha, FC Barcelona are set to...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 22: Marc Casado of FC Barcelona is put under pressure by Gorka Guruzeta of Athletic Club during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou on November 22, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Atletico Madrid table loan offer for €25 million-rated Barcelona player with obligatory purchase option – Report
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Jindrich Trpisovsky, Head Coach of SK Slavia Praha.
‘Better live than on TV‘ — Slavia Prague manger singles out Barcelona midfield star for high praise
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Dro Fernandes of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.
18-year-old Barcelona midfield gem set to sign with Luis Enrique’s PSG until 2030 – Report
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JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 11: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona reacts during the Spanish Super Cup Final between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 11, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Spanish national team staff concerned over conflicts between Lamine Yamal and Real Madrid stars
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 22: Construction on new stands is pictured as fans sit in completed seating prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou on November 22, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Camp Nou animation zone inauguration postponed over security rules
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Barcelona player Andres Cuenca in action during the UEFA Youth League between Newcastle United FC and FC Barcelona at Whitley Park on September 18, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Como look to beat AC Milan to snap up 18-year-old Barcelona quarry centre-back – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - December 20: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, speaks to the media during a press conference ahead of the La Liga match against Villarreal CF at Estadio de la Cerámica on December 20, 2025 in in Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick talks Dro, Ter Stegen, Bernal, Rashford, La Masia youngsters ahead of Real Sociedad vs Barcelona
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 13: Raphinha of FC Barcelona (R) celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate Lamine Yamal (L) during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna at Spotify Camp Nou on December 13, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Thigh knock forces key Barcelona winger to miss La Liga clash against Real Sociedad
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Dro Fernandes of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.
Report reveals why Dro Fernandez wants to leave Barcelona this winter
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JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 11: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona reacts during the Spanish Super Cup Final between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 11, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Official: Barcelona announce squad for La Liga clash against Real Sociedad
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 22: Construction on new stands is pictured as fans sit in completed seating prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou on November 22, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Camp Nou third tier takes shape while Barcelona remain away from home
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 04: The Barcelona logo is seen on a flag waving above the stadium prior to the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final Leg One match between FC Barcelona and AS Roma at Camp Nou on April 4, 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona and the Champions League
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MADRID, SPAIN - DECEMBER 07: Oscar Mingueza of Celta Vigo inspects the pitch prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid CF and RC Celta de Vigo at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on December 07, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
Barcelona fail to cash in as 26-year-old Celta Vigo star agrees summer move – Report
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Deco, the Sporting Director of FC Barcelona.
Barcelona continue to monitor 18-year-old Racing Santander left-back – Report
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