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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 17: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates with Iñigo Martínez after scoring his team's first goal from the penalty spot during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 17, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona veteran was an absolute rock at the back against Rayo Vallecano
FC Barcelona took on Rayo Vallecano in La Liga at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium last night in what was an important...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 17: Pedri 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.
90% Accurate passes – Barcelona midfield star was flawless yet again against Rayo Vallecano
FC Barcelona faced Rayo Vallecano in La Liga last night at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium in what was an important game...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 17: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona and Pep Chavarria of Rayo Vallecano chase a loose ball during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 17, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona wonderkid not at his best vs Rayo Vallecano – 69% passing accuracy
FC Barcelona came into the league game last night knowing exactly what was on the line. A chance to go back to...
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.
Has Frenkie de Jong done enough to dethrone 21-year-old midfielder at Barcelona?
FC Barcelona have been in excellent form since the start of 2025, rediscovering their winning touch in La Liga while also delivering...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 29: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona runs with the ball 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.
15/23 ground duels: Barcelona youngster puts up outrageous numbers in scintillating display against Alavés
FC Barcelona have made a strong start to 2025 and remain unbeaten this calendar year. They have delivered several impressive performances across...
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.
100% everything: 27-year-old Barcelona star puts in faultless display against Alaves
FC Barcelona did not start off the La Liga encounter against Alaves on the best possible note. Hansi Flick’s men could not...
BELGRADE, SERBIA - NOVEMBER 6: Head coach Hansi Flick of Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between FK Crvena Zvezda and FC Barcelona at Stadium Rajko Mitic on November 6, 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia.
The best Barcelona midfield setup for Atalanta clash: How Hansi Flick should approach it – Opinion
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - JANUARY 21: Wojciech Szczesny of FC Barcelona tackles Kerem Akturkoglu of S.L Benfica during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio do SL Benfica on January 21, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
34-year-old Barcelona veteran had a night to forget against Benfica – Opinion
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 15: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fifth goal during the Copa del Rey Round of 16 match between FC Barcelona and Real Betis at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 15, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
3 key passes, 2 G/A: Barcelona Golden Boy was unplayable against Real Betis
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 12: Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and AS Monaco at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 12, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
95% pass accuracy, 2/2 long balls: Barcelona defender puts up ball-playing masterclass against Betis
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 30: Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona looks on as he warms up prior to the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 30, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
106 touches, 3/3 aerial duels: Underfire Barcelona star’s display against Real Betis offers a lot of promise
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 26: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to 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.
Hansi Flick should start out-of-favor Barcelona midfielder against Real Betis — Opinion
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BARBASTRO, SPAIN - JANUARY 04: Ronald Araújo of FC Barcelona in action during the Copa del Rey Round of 32 match between FC Barcelona and UD Barbastro at Campo Municipal de Deportes on January 04, 2025 in Barbastro, Spain.
Barcelona captain’s fall from grace: Carles Puyol’s heir edging toward a Ousmane Dembélé-like exit – Opinion
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 25: Head Coach Hansi Flick of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Getafe CF at Estadi Lluis Companys on September 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick should really start €7.5m Barcelona youngster against Athletic Club — Opinion
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 20: Pedri of FC Barcelona attaches the captain's armband onto the arm of teammate Gavi whilst being substituted during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Sevilla FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 20, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick should start €90m Barcelona midfield star against Leganes – Opinion
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MALLORCA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 03: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona gestures during the LaLiga match between RCD Mallorca and FC Barcelona at Estadi de Son Moix on December 03, 2024 in Mallorca, Spain.
Lamine Yamal: A master of the outside-the-boot pass – Opinion
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 15: Youth players of Barcelona and Espanyo play, besides the newly build dormitories for the Barcelona youth players, on one of the pitches at the Joan Camper training ground on May 15, 2011 in Barcelona, Spain. Every weekend various teams of Barcelona youth players play in matches with the hope of one day making it to the top.
Watch out for these five up-and-coming Barcelona quarry gems – Opinion
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BELGRADE, SERBIA - NOVEMBER 6: Guelor Kanga (L) of Crvena Zvezda in action against Marc Casado (R) and Frenkie de Jong (R) of Barcelona during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between FK Crvena Zvezda and FC Barcelona at Stadium Rajko Mitic on November 6, 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia.
121 touches, 7/11 ground duels: One Barcelona player continues to be indispensable for Hansi Flick
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BELGRADE, SERBIA - NOVEMBER 6: Jules Kounde (R) of Barcelona in action against Timi Elsnik (L) of Crvena Zvezda during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between FK Crvena Zvezda and FC Barcelona at Stadium Rajko Mitic on November 6, 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia.
3 assists, 4 key passes: Barcelona defensive ace delivers coming-of-age performance vs. Red Star Belgrade
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VITORIA-GASTEIZ, SPAIN - OCTOBER 06: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, reacts prior to the LaLiga match between Deportivo Alaves and FC Barcelona at Estadio de Mendizorroza on October 06, 2024 in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain.
From Tiki Taka to Flicki Flacka: The transformation of Barcelona under Hansi Flick – Opinion
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