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sports1 year ago

Barcelona Faces Challenges: Draw with Betis, VAR Controversy, and Flick's Suspension Appeal

FC Barcelona drew 2-2 with Real Betis, missing out on an eighth consecutive win due to a late equalizer. Coach Hansi Flick was frustrated by his dismissal during the match. Meanwhile, Barcelona's women's team celebrated the club's 125th anniversary with a 4-1 victory over Betis. Off the pitch, Barcelona is eyeing Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold and managing contract talks with players like Ronald Araujo. The club is also planning financial strategies to secure Dani Olmo's registration amid ongoing transfer activities.

sports1 year ago

Barcelona's Pau Cubarsi Suffers Facial Injury, Requires Stitches After UCL Match

FC Barcelona's young star Pau Cubarsi showed off his stitches and war wounds with a smile after a 5-2 Champions League victory over Red Star Belgrade. Despite suffering a deep head wound from a collision with Uros Spajic's boot, Cubarsi received 10 stitches and is expected to be fit for the upcoming La Liga match against Real Sociedad. The match also saw standout performances from Jules Kounde, Robert Lewandowski, and Raphinha, with Lewandowski climbing the top scorer ranks.

sports1 year ago

Barcelona Fires Xavi Amid Chaos, Eyes Hansi Flick as Successor

FC Barcelona's handling of Xavi's departure was chaotic and disrespectful, but the appointment of Hansi Flick as the new coach offers hope. Despite a disappointing stint with the German national team, Flick's successful tenure at Bayern Munich suggests he could bring a fresh perspective and success to Barcelona. The club's transfer plans and playing style are expected to change under his leadership.

sports1 year ago

"Barcelona's Managerial Shake-Up: Flick Linked, Xavi Resigns, and Coaching Candidates"

Former Bayern Munich and Germany manager Hansi Flick, who has been out of a job since September, is being linked with the FC Barcelona managerial position as current manager Xavi Hernandez has announced his departure. Flick's successful tenure at Bayern, including winning the sextuple, has garnered interest from Barcelona, with reports suggesting he was previously approached by the club.

sports2 years ago

"FC Barcelona Overcomes Injury Setback to Secure Victory Against Porto"

FC Barcelona has received an injury setback ahead of their crucial Champions League clash against Porto, as goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is not included in the squad list. Ter Stegen had picked up a back injury on international duty and missed their recent draw against Rayo Vallecano. The three goalkeepers selected for the match are Inaki Pena, Ander Astralaga, and 17-year-old Diego Kochen. Ter Stegen is expected to make his comeback in their next game against Atletico Madrid.

sports2 years ago

"Barcelona's Revival Tested by Van Bommel's Antwerp, While Man Utd Eyes Young Midfield Talent"

FC Barcelona's recent 5-0 win over Real Betis showcased a return to their attractive, dynamic style of play under manager Xavi. This resurgence comes just in time for their upcoming Champions League match against Royal Antwerp, led by manager Mark Van Bommel, who represents the debate between physicality and technical brilliance. The article highlights past clashes between Van Bommel and Barcelona players, including Xavi and Andres Iniesta, and explores the contrasting philosophies of height, power, and aggression versus vision, technique, and speed of action. The arrival of Joao Felix and João Cancelo has added a new dimension to Barcelona's team, and it will be interesting to see how Van Bommel's tactics test Barcelona's physically diminutive talents.