Ahmad Sarmad Ansari

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 - NOVEMBER 26: Pedri of FC Barcelona is substituted for teammate Frenkie de Jong during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD5 match between FC Barcelona and Stade Brestois 29 at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 26, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
27-year-old Barcelona player once again proves his importance in Leganes win
FC Barcelona retained their 4-point lead over Real Madrid in matchday 31 of La Liga as they won 0-1 over Leganes at...
Barcelona's German coach Hansi Flick attends his first training session as Barcelona's new head coach at the Joan Gamper training ground in Sant Joan Despi, near Barcelona, on July 19, 2024. Former German coach of Bayern Munich Hansi Flick was appointed on May 29, 2024, as new Barcelona's coach on a deal which runs till June 2026, after sacking Xavi Hernandez.
Raphinha and Araujo fitness update as Barcelona prepare for Dortmund clash
FC Barcelona were barely able to win their last league game against Leganes and got the full three points only after an...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 15: Alejandro Balde of FC Barcelona looks dejected during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and CD Leganes at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on December 15, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona hit with injury blow as 21-year-old player faces race against time for Copa del Rey final – Report
FC Barcelona did not find it very easy to get past Leganes in their last league match but were still able to...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 25: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Getafe CF at Camp Nou on September 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
33-year-old Barcelona defender continues to captivate Hansi Flick following his crucial intervention against Leganes
Despite their financial problems, FC Barcelona have been able to bring in some quality reinforcements in the last few years. Free transfers...
VALENCIA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 06: Gerard Martin, Dani Olmo and Wojciech Szczesny of FC Barcelona applaud the fans at full-time following the team's victory in the Copa del Rey quarter-final match between Valencia CF and FC Barcelona at the Estadio Mestalla on February 06, 2025 in Valencia, Spain.
Barcelona veteran can equal one of Johan Cruyff’s records in the upcoming game against Dortmund
The first half of the 2024-25 season saw a lot of uncertainty regarding the goalkeeping position at FC Barcelona. Marc Andre Ter...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 23: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammates during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between FC Barcelona and FC Bayern Munchen at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 23, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Robert Lewandowski closes in on 100 goals in Barcelona shirt
Since the arrival of Hansi Flick on the FC Barcelona bench, the Blaugrana team has transformed into one of the most exciting...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 23: Inigo Martinez of FC Barcelona with the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between FC Barcelona and FC Bayern Munchen at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 23, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Barcelona announce squad for Leganes clash in La Liga
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VITORIA GASTEIZ, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 3: sports director Deco of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Deportivo Alaves v FC Barcelona at the Mendizorroza Stadium on February 3, 2024 in Vitoria Gasteiz Spain.
Barcelona Director Deco warns superstar’s agent that he could be sold in the summer – Report
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SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 10: Head coach Hansi Flick of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the LaLiga match between Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona at Reale Arena on November 10, 2024 in San Sebastian, Spain.
‘I don’t think we’re done yet’… Hansi Flick opens up on his possible renewal with Barcelona
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SANT JOAN DESPI, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 02: FC Barcelona Sporting Director Anderson Luis de Souza 'Deco' looks on as Joao Cancelo and Joao Felix are unveiled as new FC Barcelona players at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper on September 02, 2023 in Sant Joan Despi, Spain.
26-year-old Fiorentina star holding off renewal amid Barcelona interest – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 26: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal from a penalty during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD5 match between FC Barcelona and Stade Brestois 29 at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 26, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona superstar achieves a unique UCL record with his two goals against Borussia Dortmund
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JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 12: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fifth goal during the Spanish Super Cup Final between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona at King Abdullah Sports City on January 12, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
28-year-old Barcelona star has already equaled Lionel Messi’s best UCL season numbers
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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - FEBRUARY 25: Ivan Rakitic Battling for the ball during the Saudi Pro League match between Al-Shabab and Al-Nassr at Al-Shabab Club Stadium on February 25, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
‘Knowing Marc’… Ivan Rakitic speaks out on Ter Stegen–Raphinha scuffle
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HAMBURG, GERMANY - MARCH 01: Niko Kovac, Head Coach of Borussia Dortmund, looks on prior to the Bundesliga match between FC St. Pauli 1910 and Borussia Dortmund at Millerntor Stadium on March 01, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany.
‘Barça is a great team’… Niko Kovac reacts after seeing his BVB team being beaten by Barcelona
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 09: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona (L) celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal with teammate Raphinha (R) during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 09, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona winger is now only two goals short of reaching Lionel Messi’s UCL record
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Raphinha of FC Barcelona reacts, after missing a chance during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and SL Benfica at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on March 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘I had my doubts’… Raphinha explains why he apologized after scoring in Barcelona vs BVB
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 01: Alejandro Balde of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD2 match between FC Barcelona and BSC Young Boys at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 01, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘He has suffered a lot’… Alejandro Balde happy as his ‘best friend’ returns to the pitch for Barcelona after three months
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and SL Benfica at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on March 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘It’s something I’ve learned’… Lamine Yamal highlights one thing he has changed in his game this year
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HAMBURG, GERMANY - MARCH 01: Niko Kovac, Head Coach of Borussia Dortmund, looks on prior to the Bundesliga match between FC St. Pauli 1910 and Borussia Dortmund at Millerntor Stadium on March 01, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany.
Borussia Dortmund set to miss three important players for the upcoming UCL clash against Barcelona
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 29: Frenkie De Jong of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD8 match between FC Barcelona and Atalanta BC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 29, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Key Barcelona midfielder has instructed his entourage to ensure his renewal
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