La Liga champions Barcelona bid farewell to legendary midfielder Andres Iniesta, as the Spaniard played his final game for the Catalan giants in their 1-0 win over Real Sociedad. The 34-year-old player saw his 22-year-old stint with the club finally come to an end at the Camp Nou. Barcelona fans formed a mosaic with the message…
Ernesto Valverde may have helped Barcelona to a domestic brace in his first season at Camp Nou, but the early exit from the Champions League will mean that he will be busy in the summer transfer window this year. The Catalan giants are linked with a number of exciting stars for a move this summer, and…
Manchester United have been linked with Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti all this while, and now, they have boosted their chances of getting the Frenchman. Manager Jose Mourinho is said to be an admirer of the player, who has made 40 appearances for the Catalan giants this season. He played a key role in their Spanish…
United have proposed a swap deal to Atletico Madrid in the hopes of signing Antoine Griezmann. The Red Devils have been long-term admirers of the France international, and they almost secured his services last summer, only to get turned down by the player due to the transfer ban imposed on the La Liga outfit. The…
Ousmane Dembele returned to Barcelona starting eleven on Wednesday night and showcased quality performance throughout the fixture. The talented figure was unfortunately benched for the derby against Real Madrid. Nevertheless, he returned to action and marked two goals up his name against Villarreal. With certain reports claiming Jurgen Klopp wishes to haul the youngster over…
Barcelona have had an impressive season, at least on the domestic front. Triumphs in the La Liga and Copa Del Rey will be marred solely by a premature UEFA Champions League exit at the hands of Roma. Regardless, the eyes are on next season and on a lineup that will sustain their spot as one…
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has admitted that he has been in contact with Antoine Griezmann’s agent. Following the Frenchman’s failed move to United last summer due to the transfer ban imposed on Atletico Madrid, the Red Devils seem to have fallen behind in the race for his services, with Barcelona emerging as the new favourites.…
United face numerous issues ahead of next season. Jose Mourinho has been rambling on and on about the need for an apt central midfielder to replace the retiring Michael Carrick in the heart of their midfield. Further, should he opt to alter the shape of the team from the 4-3-3 they currently sport, his other…
Luis Suarez appears to have accidentally confirmed that Antoine Griezmann will sign for Barcelona this summer. Griezmann’s future has been up in the air for the last two years now, and he came incredibly close to signing for MUFC last summer. Personal terms had also been agreed, but the forward chose to stay in the…
El Clasico is a fixture which seldom fails to excite dynamism amongst the La Liga supporters. And accordingly, it was electrifying this time around as well, although neither team failed to ascertain authority, as the scoreline split two each when the final whistle blew at Camp Nou. Barcelona’s prime motive was to get through without…
Real Madrid held 10-man Barcelona to a 2-2 draw at the Camp Nou, as there was plenty of drama and thrills in 90 minutes of breathtaking football. The referee made some poor decisions on the pitch that saw both clubs feel disheartened in an enthralling El Clasico. Barca were reduced to 10 men after Sergi…
United will have to wait for 30 days to find out whether Ivan Rakitic wants to join them, according to reports in Spain. The Croatian has been linked with a move to Old Trafford recently, and reports have suggested that he is keen on a change of clubs. However, he will first assess his options…
Marcus Rashford could be set for a sensational move away from Man Utd, with a number of top clubs in Europe making their interest known. The 20-year-old is easily one of the best young talents in the world at the moment, and Man Utd are determined to hold on to him. Jose Mourinho considers the starlet as…
The season draws to a close, and Manchester United will already be eager for the summer transfer window to reopen so that they can go ahead with a squad reshuffle that will put them in the best position for success next season. While both centre-backs and left-backs seem to be the ideal options to pursue…
Barcelona may still be bitter about their Champions League exit to Roma. In order to lessen that pain though, the successful lifting of La Liga and Copa Del Rey titles respectively will certainly be the best kind of relief, as the club has established its domestic dominance quite splendidly. A strong set of players, both…
An era comes to an end. Needless to say, Barcelona have boasted of some of the most phenomenal talents over the last decade or so, and many of them have won hearts and minds with their antics. After 22 years of dedicated service to the club, Andres Iniesta has now confirmed that he will leave…
Backtrack to almost a year and reports were strife as to how much young talent was truly worth. The blockbuster deals of Mbappe and Dembele broke numerous records and gave clubs that were nurturing youngsters much hope about potential big deals in the future. However, the risk with purchasing teenagers and developing talents is that…
Legends often find the love and respect they deserve on the pitch, and it’s even more sweet when rival team fans too, show their energy and appreciation. Ask Andres Iniesta and he will tell you what that feeling is, as he experienced it when he was substituted in the 88th minute in Barcelona’s 5-0 win…
Barcelona are a side with a point to prove, and their numerous records and a well-endowed trophy cabinet shows just that. As of such, it is understandable that the entire club would still be reeling in shock after their Champions League exit to Roma. Barca would have reckoned their 4-1 lead was more than enough…
Being available for a transfer can often feel like watching vultures waiting to swoop on you. Only in this instance, the amorous birds of prey are European powerhouses, and the reason behind the interest is a talent beaming with potential and perhaps wronged by his existing club. Anthony Martial has managed to attract a host…
Marc-Andre Ter Stegen has reportedly confided in friends that he believes Man Utd will make an attempt to sign him in the summer. David De Gea looks likely to stay at Old Trafford beyond the summer, but there still remains a degree of uncertainty around his future, as Real Madrid continue to show an interest…
Barcelona are remaining calm about the impasse in negotiations over a new contract for Samuel Umtiti, and will not rush into offering him an improved deal. Umtiti has been a crucial player for the Catalan giants this season, and is undoubtedly one of their best players. However, the defender has been upset at the differential…
Ivan Rakitic has made a note of Man Utd’s interest in him, and is seriously considering the possibility of joining their ranks in the summer. The Barcelona midfielder has been a crucial member of the squad since his move to the Nou Camp in 2014, and has been ever present in the first team this…
Following Barcelona’s shock exit at the hands of Roma in the Champions League, questions are being raised as to whether Ernesto Valverde is the right man for the job. While some fans have urged caution and patience, others have already begun calling for Pep Guardiola’s return to his “home”. Amid such opinions, let us take…
Over the past century or so, Man United have established themselves as a club which takes the growth of its young prodigies with utmost seriousness. The Red Devils have a remarkable feat to their name, which Jose Mourinho has built on since his arrival at the club, of naming at least one homegrown player in every…
From zero to a hero! That quite sums up Kostas Manolas’ week at AS Roma. On April 4, he scored one of the two own goals conceded by the Italian side against heavyweights Barcelona in the 4-1 loss in the first-leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. On Tuesday, the player netted Roma’s third goal of…
“We failed. It’s a possibility [it’s my last #UCL], so it’s tough to take. But it’s tough to take for everyone,” were Andres Iniesta’s words after the conclusion of the second leg of Champions League quarter-finals. AS Roma have undeniably stunned the football fanatics, seizing a victory against Barcelona by exposing to the view a…
Barcelona are tipped to make a season-long loan offer for Luke Shaw in order to maintain funds for the touted transfer of Antoine Griezmann. The Spanish league leaders are in search for a backup for star full-back Jordi Alba following the lacklustre displays from Lucas Digne. The Frenchman has hardly had any significant impact of…
Cristiano Ronaldo shocked the world on Tuesday with a stunning overhead kick against Juventus. The goal is regarded as one of the most spectacular ones to rustle the net, and has forced some praise out of Barcelona star Ivan Rakitic and former striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The Portuguese leaped in the air during the second half,…
Barcelona secured the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final in great fashion, netting significant amount of goals. The host supporters bounced off excitement on the night, as the home side displayed overwhelming performance, completely ascertaining authority over the widely anticipated fixture. Barcelona scored four goals altogether in the first leg of the tie –…
The Samuel Umtiti transfer saga continues to make headlines, as the Barcelona ace has reportedly confirmed that Manchester United ‘want’ him to make a move to Old Trafford this summer. The 24-year-old has been linked with the Red Devils on a regular basis over the past few months, and as of now, Umtiti himself has broken silence…
Barcelona have displayed impressive performances this campaign, maintaining their unbeaten record throughout and exposing the finest of plays under Ernesto Valverde. Nevertheless, they seemed as if they were about to savour the first defeat of the season last night, while squaring their horns with Sevilla. Coming off the bench late in the match, Lionel Messi…
As per recent reports, negotiations between Barcelona and Samuel Umtiti over a new contract haven’t been going well, and Manchester United could quite possibly swoop in to take advantage of the situation and secure the defender’s services. With that in mind, let us take a look at the 7 things that are likely to happen…
Barcelona are on the lookout for a replacement for star defender Samuel Umtiti, as United look likely to sign him up. As per Sport, the French international has refused to sign any iteration of a contract presented before him, and has practically ‘left the door open’ for the English giants to come and get him.…
Philippe Coutinho finally completed his much anticipated move to Barcelona in a £145 million deal in January after having struggled to leave Liverpool for almost two campaigns. The Reds did, however, bring in Mohamed Salah from Roma in the summer last year, whose impressive start at Anfield has helped the Merseyside club’s faithful forget about…
Barcelona are reportedly considering a shock swoop for Luke Shaw, according to the Mirror. The Englishman is enduring a nightmare spell at Old Trafford, and just isn’t a Jose Mourinho player, despite doing everything in his power to convince the Portuguese of his worth. The United boss has regularly singled him out for criticism in…
Barcelona are in danger of losing one of the best defenders in world football, having refused to agree to Samuel Umtiti’s demands over a wage increase. The Catalan giants do not feel the Frenchman’s demands are justified, despite the fact that he has been one of their most consistent players since his move from Lyon…
Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti kept quiet when asked about whether he will sign for English club Manchester United in the future. The Frenchman was with teammate Olivier Giroud on TF1’s Telefoot programme, where he participated in a informative questionnaire which required him to reply on a ‘yes’, ‘no’ or ‘joker’ basis. With the latter signifying…
Although a star defender at Barcelona these days, a young Gerard Pique found himself to be an upcoming talent at Manchester United. Having left his homeland for Old Trafford for a short stint of four years, the Spaniard learned quite a bit from the Red Devils. But apart from technical ability, he certainly learned what…
Banter and bragging rights are bound to occur in any competitive environment that boasts of a lighter side. And in regions like the La Liga, where victories between rivals are celebrated with the utmost vigor, one can only imagine the kind of trash talk that might go on. Well, for once, we needn’t let our…
The world of football has witnessed a number of sensational returns in the past few years, be it David Luiz heading back to Chelsea, Mario Gotze returning to Borussia Dortmund, or Paul Pogba’s homecoming to Manchester. However, the footballing fanbase could be set to observe the grandest return of all, with the media linking Neymar…
Watching some players play and score is surely a delight, but there are some players whose celebrations are equally entertaining. And maybe, Lionel Messi might be stepping into the latter category with his latest celebration. Barcelona triumphed over Athletic Bilbao in a stunning first-half performance and a convincing second half. Paco Alcacer and Messi were…
Paul Pogba could be on his way to Barcelona, as tension between him and Jose Mourinho rises. Reports of minor disagreements between the gaffer and his record signing started to take shape a couple of weeks ago. Since then, many sources have claimed that the Frenchman’s exit from Old Trafford could be a real possibility.…
A Lionel Messi masterclass knocked Chelsea, out of the UEFA Champions League yesterday. However, the Argentine wizard was also involved in a rather offbeat spectacle with the match official, Damir Skomina. Messi’s brilliant brace sealed the quarter-finals berth for Barcelona, who will face Italian giants Roma to fight for a place in the last four…
The defending English Champions, Chelsea, crashed out of the UEFA Champions League after suffering a 3-0 defeat to Barcelona at Camp Nou last night. On a night to remember for Lionel Messi, who reached a milestone of 100 Champions League goals with a stunning brace, there was another star wearing the Blues’ jersey who would want…
Deals need not wait until the opening of transfer windows in order to see through to fruition. In fact, more often than not, especially in the case of young and upcoming talents, an agreement is met over a transfer months in advance. Now, a similar phenomenon has been achieved by Barcelona, as they are set…
Premier League heavyweights Manchester United are pushing for a move to bring in Barcelona’s star defender, Samuel Umtiti, according to latest reports in Spain. Umtiti have been regularly linked with the Red Devils over the past few months, and as per the report by Sport, the highly-rated defender could be headed towards Old Trafford come the…
Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar has made a shocking revelation to his former Barcelona teammates, as per reports in Spain. The Brazil international broke the world transfer record when he switched to Parc des Princes last summer. A move which was more or less forced onto Barca saw one of their most high profile players leave for…
Yerry Mina has impressed the supporters in the two months he has been at Camp Nou, despite enjoying fewer appearances than his quality demands. Nevertheless, the South American defender was involved in Wednesday evening’s Catalan Super Cup match against Espanyol, in which his side secured the victory through penalties. The victory may not have had too…
Manchester United are keeping an eye on Samuel Umtiti’s situation at Barcelona, and have already approached the club about a move, according to reports. Umtiti has been a revelation for the Catalan giants since his move to the club from Lyon at the start of last season, and they are eager to tie him down…
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FC Barcelona is a football club based in Barcelona, Spain. Formed in the year 1899, it has since managed to establish itself as not only one of the biggest football clubs on the planet, but also as one of the most supported teams in the world.
Barcelona plays in the Spanish La Liga – a title the club has won 26 times. The club’s other major titles include 30 Copa del Rey titles, 13 Supercopa de España titles, 5 UEFA Champions Leagues, 5 UEFA Super Cups, 4 UEFA Cup Winners Cups, and 3 FIFA Club World Cups.
The club is home to some of the best footballers in the world, including the likes of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Frenkie de Jong, amongst others. The current head coach is Quique Setien.
Barcelona’s main colours are blue and red – as evident from their home shirts every season. The club’s crest consists of the St. George Cross in the upper-left corner, and the Catalan flag on the upper-right, with the team’s primary colours at the bottom. Its current home ground is the Camp Nou stadium.
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