Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernández expressed his frustrations with the referee’s decision to send off Ronald Araújo during their Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain. According to Xavi, the red card given to Araújo for a challenge on Bradley Barcola completely changed the dynamics of the game, leading to Barcelona’s ultimate defeat. Xavi went as
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Barcelona has reportedly turned down a €60 million offer for winger Raphinha from an unnamed Premier League club. Despite interest from several European clubs, the Catalan giants value the Brazilian at a minimum of €80 million. This decision comes after Raphinha’s standout performances under manager Xavi Hernandez, including a crucial goal in the Champions League
As PSG prepares to face Barcelona in the Champions League quarterfinal second leg, coach Luis Enrique is exuding confidence in his team’s ability to mount a comeback. Despite losing the first leg 3-2 in Paris, Enrique firmly believes that his side can turn the tie around at the Olympic Stadium. Drawing from his own experience
Real Madrid’s victory over Mallorca proved to be a challenging test for the team, given the Champions League quarterfinal looming ahead. The decision to make several changes to the starting lineup by coach Carlo Ancelotti led to a disjointed first-half performance. However, a second-half goal by Aurélien Tchouaméni secured a crucial win for Madrid, moving
Barcelona has experienced a remarkable resurgence in both LaLiga and the Champions League since Xavi Hernandez announced his decision to step down as coach in the summer. This decision seemed to have provided a spark for the team, as they have gone unbeaten in 12 matches since the announcement. This period has seen Barcelona rise
Former Brazil international Dani Alves has made headlines recently for an unexpected act of kindness. Alves returned €150,000 to the father of Neymar Jr. The money was originally given to him to help with his defense against a sexual assault charge, for which he was later convicted. Alves, 40, was sentenced to 4½ years in
The clash between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Barcelona was not just a display of skill on the pitch but also a tactical battle between two formidable coaches, Luis Enrique and Xavi Hernandez. Xavi’s meticulous planning and strategic substitutions ultimately led to Barcelona’s victory. On the other hand, Enrique’s questionable lineup decisions and inability to adapt
At just 17 years old, Pau Cubarsí is already making waves in the world of football. Despite his young age and lack of experience, Cubarsí has shown remarkable talent and maturity on the field. His impressive performance on the pitch has caught the attention of fans and critics alike, with many drawing comparisons to some
The recent terror threat looming over this week’s Champions League quarterfinal ties has caused major concerns amongst fans and authorities alike. UEFA, the governing body of European football, has acknowledged the threat made by a social media post claiming to be from the Islamic State group. Despite the alarming nature of the threat, UEFA has
Ansu Fati, the 21-year-old forward on loan from LaLiga side Barcelona to Brighton, has not been able to meet the high expectations set for him since the beginning of the season. With only 23 appearances in all competitions, out of which 14 were as a substitute, he has failed to deliver consistently on the field.