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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on from the dugout prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
How Barcelona could field a La Masia XI against Villareal
FC Barcelona are set to take on Villarreal later today at the Montjuic, looking to crown their La Liga triumph with a...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 11: Frenkie De Jong of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
How €45m star helped Barcelona reshape fortunes this season – Analysis
FC Barcelona sealed their La Liga title triumph with a 2–0 win over local rivals Espanyol, wrapping up a domestic treble in...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 11: Referee Alejandro Jose Hernandez Hernandez gestures during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
El Clasico controversy: Were Hernández Hernández’s decisions unfair to Barcelona? – Analysis
Being a referee in the modern game is quite an arduous task, with the spotlight almost always exclusively on you. It is...
MILAN, ITALY - MAY 06: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona crosses the ball whilst under pressure from Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale 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.
€180m Barcelona wonderkid tops global charts in key attacking stat – Analysis
FC Barcelona are not just rebuilding—they’re reawakening. With a core of exceptional young talent and a manager in Hansi Flick who fully...
MILAN, ITALY - MAY 06: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona crosses the ball whilst under pressure from Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale 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.
€180m Barcelona star puts on a Champions League show despite UCL exit to Inter – Opinion
FC Barcelona may have been knocked out by Inter Milan in the Champions League semi-finals (7–6 on aggregate), but this tie will...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 17: Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 17, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Just 3 of 12 duels won: Inter clash raises big questions over Barcelona’s midfield anchor – Opinion
FC Barcelona suffered a crushing blow to their treble hopes as they bowed out of the Champions League this season with a...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 21: Gavi of FC Barcelona reacts during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on December 21, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
92% accurate passes, 3 ground duels won: 20-year-old Barcelona player worked his socks off against Real Valladolid
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - APRIL 26: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, reacts during the Copa del Rey Final match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 26, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
Three things for Hansi Flick to ponder ahead of Barcelona vs Inter Milan 2nd leg at San Siro
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MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 16: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the La Liga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on March 16, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
Barcelona set for Copa del Rey battle vs Atletico Madrid – Key midfield decision looms
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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.
Beyond the flair: Why Barcelona star Lamine Yamal is more than just a dribbling maestro – Analysis
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Evangelos Pavlidis of SL Benfica is challenged by Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona which results in Match Referee Felix Zwayer (not pictured) showing a red card to Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Barcelona win over Benfica was a step in the right direction – Analysis
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VITORIA-GASTEIZ, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 03: Vitor Roque of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Deportivo Alaves and FC Barcelona at Estadio de Mendizorroza on February 03, 2024 in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain.
Where did it go wrong? Analyzing Vitor Roque’s failed Barcelona stint
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LANDOVER, MD - JULY 26: Neymar #11 of Barcelona looks on against Manchester United in the first half during the International Champions Cup match at FedExField on July 26, 2017 in Landover, Maryland.
Neymar Jr.’s potential Barcelona return: Breaking down the financial and tactical impact – Analysis
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 02: Marc Casado of FC Barcelona celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the La Liga EA match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Stats show overwhelming dominance of Barcelona in 4-0 win vs Real Sociedad
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 02: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona controls the ball whilst under pressure from Pablo Marin of Real Sociedad during the La Liga EA match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
6 key passes, 6 dribbles — One Barcelona star had a solid display against Real Sociedad without scoring or assisting
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 17: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 17, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
The tactical genius of Hansi Flick, the Barcelona squad and understanding game states – Analysis
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VALENCIA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 06: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal to complete his hat-trick during the Copa del Rey quarter-final match between Valencia CF and FC Barcelona at the Estadio Mestalla on February 06, 2025 in Valencia, Spain.
3 shots, 3 goals — Barcelona forward shows incredible efficiency in front of goal against Valencia
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CAGLIARI, ITALY - APRIL 09: Wojciech Szczesny of Juventus warming up before the race during the Serie A match between Cagliari Calcio v Juventus on April 09, 2022 in Cagliari, Italy. | MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 25: Inaki Pena of FC Barcelona looks on in the warm up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Rayo Vallecano and FC Barcelona at Estadio de Vallecas on November 25, 2023 in Madrid, Spain.
Decoding why Hansi Flick has made Szczęsny his first-choice goalkeeper over the impressive Iñaki Peña
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 31: Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the La Liga match between FC Barcelona and Real Valladolid CF at Camp Nou on August 31, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
46/47 passes: Fringe Barcelona defender provides game-changing impact against Deportivo Alavés
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 02: Pedri of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
6/8 long balls: 22-year-old Barcelona midfield star puts on midfield masterclass against Alavés
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