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/ 3558 days agoWinning bid for Barcelona’s new Camp Nou announced
The Japanese architecture firm Nikken Sekkei, in a joint venture with the Catalan company Pascual i Ausio Arquitectes, has secured a bid to design Barcelona's new stadium. A formal public presentation and ceremony is expected in the coming weeks. The Espai Barca jury unanimously selected the bid after reviewing eight proposals. According to Barcelona's official website […]
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/ 3762 days agoEd Woodward flies to Barcelona to seal £22 million Pedro transfer
Manchester United chief executive Ed Woodward has flown to Catalonia to secure the £22 million transfer of Barcelona forward Pedro. It has been widely reported that the much-anticipate move will be finalized this week, with the expectation being that the Spain international will be unveiled as a United player on Tuesday or Wednesday. To this […]
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/ 3791 days agoPedro expected to join Manchester United later this week
Following his side's 1-0 win over Club America on Friday, Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal hinted there could be a "surprise" signing in the coming days. When asked about United's lack of scoring options, Van Gaal responded: "I am not worried about depth of forwards. We still have Rooney. He can play in the […]
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/ 3850 days agoXavi Hernandez confirms Barcelona departure this summer
Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez has confirmed his departure from the Catalan club and will join the Qatari side Al-Sadd this summer. While in Qatar, the former Spain international will study for his coaching badges at the Aspire Academy. Speaking at his press conference today, Xavi expressed that now was the perfect time to leave the […]
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/ 3852 days agoXavi Hernandez set to confirm Barcelona departure on Thursday
Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez is set to confirm his departure from the Catalan club during a press conference on Thursday, according to the player's father. In recent months, the 35-year-old has been linked with a move to the Major League Soccer franchise New York City FC, as well as the Qatari club Al Sadd. Now, it is understood the legendary […]
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/ 3853 days agoNicolas Otamendi dreaming of Premier League move
Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi is dreaming of a Premier League move, according to Sky Sports Spanish football expert Guillem Balague. Last week, Valencia's sporting director Francisco Rufete said the centre-back had not expressed an interest to leave the club. However, Guillem Balague says sources close to Otamendi are saying the Argentine "dreams" of a Premier League move. […]
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/ 3860 days agoNeville and Carragher analyze Guardiola’s Barcelona tactics
Sky Sports Monday Night Football team of Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher took a few minutes during today's broadcast to analyze Bayer Munich manager Pep Guardiola's tactical approach to last week's Champions League semi-final first leg against Barcelona. Despite the fact that Bayern have been dealing with a massive injury toll – which has left Guardiola's squad […]
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/ 3860 days agoPep Guardiola denies latest Manchester City links
Bayern Munich manager Pep Guardiola has once again denied a story linking him with the Manchester City job next season. Over the weekend, BeINSPORTS reported that a "tentative agreement" had been made between City and Guardiola which would see the former Barcelona coach replace Manuel Pellegrini in Manchester. City quickly dismissed the rumor, and now Guardiola […]
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/ 3865 days agoThomas Vermaelen named in Barcelona squad for Bayern Munich clash
Thomas Vermaelen has been named in Barcelona's 18-man squad which will face-off against Bayern Munich later today at the Camp Nou. Ten days ago, the Belgian defender was given the "all-clear" by the medical staff to resume first team action but has yet to feature in any of the club's fixtures. Vermaelen was signed from Arsenal for […]
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/ 3866 days agoPep Guardiola’s knowledge of Barcelona will not prove decisive
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique does not believe Pep Guardiola's first-hand knowledge of Barca's players will be a major factor over the two legs of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich. On Monday, Bayern forward Thomas Müller said Guardiola "knows Barcelona better than anyone" and hinted the manager would provide the German champions with "the recipe" to defeat […]
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/ 3867 days agoIker Casillas heaps praise on Juventus legends ahead of Tuesday’s match
Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas has heaped praise on Juventus legends Gianluigi Buffon and Andrea Pirlo ahead of Tuesday's Champions League semi-final in Turin. Casillas said Buffon is "a reference for a generation" and believes Pirlo in a "marvel to watch". Despite their age, both players have played pivotal roles in helping Juventus win their fourth consecutive Serie A title and […]
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/ 3868 days agoIker Casillas brushes off criticism after earning milestone victory
Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas stopped a late-game penalty and made several key saves during his side's 3-2 victory over Sevilla on Saturday. With the win, Casillas equaled legendary shot stopper Andoni Zubizarreta's record for La Liga victories. Despite continuing to show world class qualities, Casillas has received criticism from a section of supporters who want to see […]
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/ 3870 days agoCarlo Ancelotti heaps praise on Sergio Ramos ahead of Sevilla clash
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti believes Sergio Ramos is the most complete defender he has ever seen. The Spain international began his career at the club in 2005 and has widely been considered one of the best centre-backs in the world. The 29-year-old has also showcased his versatility by making spot-starts in the midfield – most recently […]
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/ 3871 days agoSpain agrees LaLiga rights deal that ends Madrid-Barca hegemony
New legislation has been passed that will bring Spanish soccer in line with how the Premier League and Serie A are marketed, and will correct existing imbalances in earnings, which allow Real Madrid and Barcelona to claim a disproportionate amount of the television income in La Liga. The legislation will take effect in 2016 and replace the current arrangement […]
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/ 3871 days agoIker Casillas targeting Champions League glory
Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas is targeting Champions League glory since the La Liga title rests in the hands of Barcelona. The veteran player's comments shouldn't come as a surprise to fans. The Madrid captain is merely echoing earlier statements made by manager Carlo Ancelotti who said his side has a better chance of winning the European Cup than […]