Jul 12, 2020
Messi tees up victory as Barcelona cling on to fading title hopes
Messi became only the second player in the 21st century from the five major European leagues to hit 20 goals and 20 assists in the same campaign, afte...
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Jul 11, 2020
Champions League draw throws up possible Barcelona-Bayern clash in Lisbon
Barca and Bayern, who have each won five European Cups, are hoping to be among the eight teams who will head to Lisbon for a ‘Final Eight’ mini-tourna...
Jul 10, 2020
Champions League final eight draw throws up possible Barcelona-Bayern clash
The draw threw up the possibility of a Clasico semi-final, with Barcelona and Madrid on collision course to meet in the last four should both make it...
Jul 7, 2020
African players in Europe: Mane reaches 20-goal mark again
It was a fruitful weekend for the African sharpshooters who are currently playing in Europe’s top leagues, and we mark out who rose at the top.
Jul 7, 2020
We have obligation to re-sign Messi’ says Barcelona president
Bartomeu also said Barca coach Quique Setien would keep his job despite a run of unconvincing form since La Liga’s restart.
Jul 7, 2020
Is time running out for Quique Setien at Barcelona?
Setien has been in charge for only three months at Barcelona but looked likely to be out in the cold by next season, following an away draw against At...
Jul 6, 2020
Griezmann stars against Villarreal as Barca keep title hopes alive
Griezmann answered his critics in style on Sunday by scoring with a sensational chip as Barcelona thrashed Villarreal 4-1 to keep their faint La Liga...
Jul 3, 2020
Real Madrid go four points clear after edging Getafe
Sergio Ramos’ late penalty proved the difference at the Alfredo di Stefano Stadium where Madrid were made to feel uncomfortable by Getafe but dug out...
Jul 1, 2020
Messi scores his 700th goal – Football world reacts
A goal against Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou took Messi’s tally to 700 goals for club and country, and this is how the world is reacting to the Argentin...
Jul 1, 2020
Messi scores 700th goal but Atletico draw hurts Barca’s title hopes
Messi scored his 700th career goal but Barcelona suffered another blow to their La Liga title hopes after a 2-2 draw with Atletico Madrid.
Jun 28, 2020
Title blow as Barcelona draw with Celta, Atletico hold off Alaves
“The feeling is a negative one,” said Suarez afterwards.
Jun 24, 2020
Barcelona grind out Bilbao win to put pressure back on Madrid
Messi cut a frustrated figure as he tried to create a spark but his efforts from distance, including one chip, easily collected, hinted at desperation...
Jun 24, 2020
Five records that Lionel Messi is likely to break
A look at some incredible records that the Argentine great will possibly claim before hanging up his boots.
Jun 15, 2020
Fantasy Focus: Messi and Ramos back in contention after pandemic layoff
With the threat of the global pandemic gradually starting to ease off, fans will be delighted about watching their favourite footballers jostling on t...
Jun 15, 2020
Barca coach Setien enjoying luxury of choice as empty Camp Nou awaits
Setien’s side will welcome Leganes on Tuesday while being two points clear of Real Madrid, who face Valencia 48 hours later.
Jun 14, 2020
Four takeaways from the return of La Liga
A look at what stood out from the return of top-flight football in Spain.
Jun 13, 2020
Five highest average attendances in Europe’s top five leagues
Based on the average attendance per game this season, find out which is the best supported club in Europe’s top-five leagues.
Jun 8, 2020
Barcelona and Real Madrid resume title race on Sunday
Two points separate Barcelona and Real Madrid ahead of La Liga return when the derby between Sevilla and Real Betis will end a 93-day hiatus.
Jun 8, 2020
No problems’ for Messi to face Mallorca – Setien
Messi trained alone on Saturday at Camp Nou after sitting out the team’s previous two sessions, raising doubts over his involvement in the trip to Mal...
Jun 7, 2020
Five youngsters who couldn’t live up to their hype
Here’s an extensive list of five young guns who couldn’t live up to their hype.
Jun 5, 2020
Barcelona confident Messi can face Mallorca despite thigh injury
Messi has not trained with the rest of the squad since Tuesday after working separately in the gym on both Wednesday and Friday.
Jun 1, 2020
La Liga to restart with Seville derby on June 11
The first round of games will be played over four days, with Barcelona at Mallorca on June 13 and Real Madrid at home to Eibar the next day.
May 31, 2020
The return of La Liga: What’s at stake?
While La Liga is returning, there are a lot of issues to sort out, including the turbulent title race, relegation and next year’s European places.
May 30, 2020
Five-sub rule could count against Barca – Setien
Barca coach Quique Setien believes the new rule that allows five substitutions during a match instead of three could harm them.