Eric Garcia was sent off late on in Barcelona’s 4-0 defeat to Atletico in the Copa del Rey to complete a miserable night for the Catalan giants. The defender was handed his marching orders in the 85th minute for a rash challenge but it wasn’t the only decision that deserves scrutiny. Diego Simeone’s son Giuliano […]
With Marcus Rashford, Raphinha and Pedri all missing for Barcelona, Hansi Flick was short of quality options before a ball was kicked at the Metropolitano. Not to mention the Rojiblancos had won nine of their last 12 matches held on a Thursday. However, Flick and his squad may have taken heart in the fact that […]
Barcelona boss Hansi Flick admitted his team did not play well against Atletico in their Copa del Rey semi-final first leg but is baffled why Pau Cubarsi’s goal was disallowed. The defender thought he had made it 4-1 in the second half but saw his effort chalked off after an eight-minute VAR check. Flick spoke […]
Barcelona’s Copa del Rey semi-final tie against Atletico Madrid ended in a 4-0 first leg win for Diego Simeone’s side but was also overshadowed by a controversial VAR decision. Hansi Flick’s side were denied a goal in the second half when a strike by Pau Cubarsi was ruled out for offside. It took VAR eight […]
Barcelona’s defense of the Copa del Rey title is in serious jeopardy as the Blaugrana have a gigantic mountain to climb following a horrible 4-0 loss away to Atlético Madrid on Thursday’s semi-final first leg at the Metropolitano. The Catalans were the architects of their own downfall with a horrific first half performance, but were […]
Barcelona’s Copa del Rey tie with Atletico has put VAR back in the spotlight after a decision to rule out a goal from Pau Cubarsi in the second-half. Hansi Flick’s side were 4-0 down at half-time after a frankly awful first-half display but thought they’d found a way back into the match when Pau Cubarsi […]
WELCOME TO THE RIYADH AIR METROPOLITANO!!! The massive home of Atlético Madrid in the Spanish capital is the site of the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals between the hosts and Barcelona, who come into this one looking for a solid result to take into the second leg at Camp Nou in three […]
Barcelona have confirmed that exciting youngster Oscar Gistau is set for another long spell on the sidelines due to injury. Gistau has only just returned that a knee injury that had seen him sidelined for a lengthy spell and has now been ruled out for another three months. The club said in a statement: “The […]
Barcelona’s presidential campaign is not even at full speed yet and the first fireworks have already gone off. One of the candidates confirmed who intends to run in the 2026 elections went on El Chiringuito this week and made a big promise. William Maddock says he has a signing lined up “of the level of […]
Gerard Martín is being linked with a transfer to Italy, as FC Barcelona consider where his future lies, according to a new report. According to The Touchline, AC Milan are keeping tabs on the Barcelona defender ahead of the summer window. The numbers being floated are significant. Some reports place a potential bid above €25 […]
Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo was asked about the speculation surrounding Julian Alvarez and a potential move to the club earlier this week and responded by praising the Argentina star. “He’s a great player; for me, he’s one of the best strikers in the world. You can see the quality he has,” he said. He was […]
Barcelona Femeni are once again on course for more silverware in the 2025-26 season as Pere Romeu’s side continue to dominate the scene. The team are 10 points clear at the top of the table in Spain, having won 18 of 19 league games, are into the Copa de la Reina semi-finals, and are also […]
Ronald Araujo has made it clear that his future is at Barcelona after returning from a mental health break and resuming his career at the Camp Nou. The defender has opened up on his decision to take some time away from football, revealing he had been suffering from anxiety and depression, but now says he […]
Hansi Flick eyeing a place in Copa del Rey Final – FC BarcelonaFC Barcelona face Atlético Madrid this Thursday in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals. A top-level clash at what is always a demanding venue: the Metropolitano. Much changed Atlético Madrid since last meeting – FC BarcelonaSince the game at Spotify […]
Atletico Madrid chief Enrique Cerezo has once again dismissed speculation about Barcelona interest in striker Julian Alvarez. The Catalan giants continue to be linked with a move for the Argentina international in the summer transfer window despite Cerezo having said previously the club are not interested in selling. He’s been asked about the transfer talk […]
The next Barcelona match is upon us! The Blaugrana travel to the capital for a huge Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Atlético Madrid, and Hansi Flick has called up the following 22 players for Thursday’s clash: Goalkeepers: 13. Joan Garcia, 25. Wojciech Szczesny, 31. Diego Kochen Defenders: 2. João Cancelo, 3. Alejandro Balde, […]
Robert Lewandowski appears to be in demand as he heads into the final few months of his contract at Barcelona. The Poland international has “five serious offers” for the summer and one of those is from Atletico Madrid, according to Mundo Deportivo. MLS side Chicago Fire, AC Milan, Fenerbahce and Saudi Arabia are other potential […]
Barcelona sporting director Deco has confirmed the club’s plans for Andreas Christensen who is currently out injured and out of contract in the summer. There’s also been talk that Joan Laporta is willing to hand the Dane a contract extension for another year, and Deco says the club will make an offer to the defender. […]
Atlético de Madrid vs FC Barcelona Competition/Round: 2025-26 Copa del Rey, Semi-Finals, 1st Leg Barcelona Outs & Doubts: Gavi, Pedri, Raphinha, Marcus Rashford, Andreas Christensen (out) Atlético Outs & Doubts: Johnny Cardoso, Pablo Barrios (out), Nico González (doubt) Barcelona Form Guide: WWWWW Atlético Form Guide: WLDWL Date/Time: Thursday, February 12, 2026, 9pm CET/WAT (Barcelona & Nigeria), […]
Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado is being linked with a surprise move to Saudi Arabia in a rather bizarre new report. Diario AS say that Casado is well aware he faces a real battle for minutes at Barcelona, particularly with Gavi set to return from injury shortly and Tommy Marques emerging as an option. If Casado […]
Girona boss Michel will come up against Lamine Yamal and Barcelona on Monday night in La Liga and has been talking about how to stop the teenage superstar. Yamal has been in brilliant form again this season and has scored in each of his last five matches for Barcelona in all competitions. Michel has been […]
Barcelona have been dealt a blow with news that Marcus Rashford will miss Thursday’s Copa del Rey tie against Atletico Madrid due to a knee injury. The forward picked up the problem against Real Mallorca and will sit out the first-leg of the semi-final tie against Atletico Madrid. Hansi Flick has admitted “it’s not good […]
Jules Kounde’s season has been a cause for concern at Barcelona, but his coach still has complete belief in the full-back’s ability to play at his best ahead of the biggest games of the season for the club. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, Hansi Flick was asked about Kounde’s poor form in what […]
Barcelona will be without two key attackers for Thursday’s Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Atlético Madrid as Hansi Flick has confirmed that Raphinha and Marcus Rashford have been ruled out through injury. This will be the third straight game missed by Raphinha as the Brazilian recovers from an adductor issue, while Rashford will […]
“What if?” Just two little words but something that goes through the minds of football fans on a regular basis. What if Neymar hadn’t left Barca for PSG? What if Ousmane Dembele hadn’t missed against Liverpool? What if Lamine Yamal had just taken the ball towards the corner flag against Inter? Barcelona fans have experienced […]