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.

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 25: Pau Cubarsi of Barcelona in action during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match between Chelsea FC and FC Barcelona at Stamford Bridge on November 25, 2025 in London, England.
Pau Cubarsi sends clear La Liga message after 2-0 Barcelona win over Getafe
Despite missing some of their most important players, FC Barcelona were able to get a win in one of the most defensively...
GETAFE, SPAIN - APRIL 25: Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona scores his team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Getafe CF and FC Barcelona at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on April 25, 2026 in Getafe, Spain.
Fermin Lopez reacts to goal and highlights Pedri brilliance
FC Barcelona were able to get over another La Liga game with a win, as they beat Getafe with a 2-0 scoreline...
MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 04: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 04, 2026 in Madrid, Spain.
‘I’m very happy‘ — Hansi Flick reacts after Getafe 0-2 Barcelona
FC Barcelona took another big step towards retaining the La Liga title as they beat Getafe 2-0 in the last league game...
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 11: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal 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.
Barcelona winger progressing well in recovery after hamstring injury setback
The last few days have not really been easy for the FC Barcelona forward Raphinha. The Brazilian suffered an injury while playing...
Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
Barcelona chase unmatched home record in final phase of season
FC Barcelona have only the La Liga title left to fight for in this stage of the 2025-26 season, and this title...
MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 04: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 04, 2026 in Madrid, Spain.
Barcelona surpass last season clean sheet record after Getafe win
In terms of trophies, Hansi Flick’s second season in charge of FC Barcelona is unlikely to match the heights of his debut...
April 3, 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 Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match against Atletico de Madrid at Ciudad Esportiva Joan Gamper on April 03, 2026 in Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick talks Yamal, Gavi, Balde, Raphinha, Bernal, Bordalas ahead of Getafe vs Barcelona
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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.
Barcelona midfield star pushing for Spain World Cup spot after lengthy injury layoff
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Deco, the Sporting Director of FC Barcelona.
Deco opens contact with Jon Martin’s camp as Barcelona monitor defensive options
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Barcelona defenders Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde celebrating after winning Copa Del Rey.
Aston Villa deny interest in Barcelona full-back amid €60m rumours – Report
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MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 04: Eric Garcia, Pedri and Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona inspect the pitch prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 04, 2026 in Madrid, Spain.
‘There are strange decisions‘ — Eric Garcia breaks silence on refereeing controversy against Atletico Madrid
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Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Oviedo and FC Barcelona at Carlos Tartiere.
‘It means we’ve already won it‘ — Barcelona star welcomes possibility of Real Madrid guard
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Deco, the Sporting Director of FC Barcelona.
Barcelona working on five-year agreement structure with priority defensive target – Report
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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.
‘Fit perfectly‘ — Leonardo Bonucci endorses Bastoni as Barcelona defensive target
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‘It is an honour‘ — Lamine Yamal reacts after winning Laureus young athlete award
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April 19, 2026, Mexico City, Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico: Brazilian former football player Ronaldinho greets the fans during the legends exhibition football match between Mexico and Brazil at Estadio Banorte. on April 19, 2026, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico.
Ronaldinho calls himself one of the ‘biggest fans‘ of Barcelona captain
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Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
Barcelona to feature Olivia Rodrigo on jersey for May El Clasico
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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.
18-year-old Barcelona midfielder remains sidelined and major doubt for the clash against Celta Vigo
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August 18, 2025, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia: Mali U-17 national team player Seydou Dembele celebrates after scoring against the Indonesian U-17 national team in the 2025 Independence Cup tournament at the Main Stadium in North Sumatra. The Mali national team won the main title in the tournament by defeating the Indonesian national team 2-1.
Barcelona move ahead of Chelsea in race for Malian talent Seydou Dembele
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 18: Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Girona FC at Spotify Camp Nou on October 18, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona midfield star returns to training wearing protective mask after Atletico injury scare
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