Almeria have just three games left up in La Liga, as they are already long destined for the drop. The worst team in the Spanish top flight this season, they will have a chance to play for pride here on Thursday night when they host FC Barcelona. Getting a result, of any sort, against one of the two clubs that comprises the El Clasico rivalry, would be huge for them. … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Almeria
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FC Barcelona Team News at Almeria: Gavi, Alex Balde, Frenkie De Jong
As FC Barcelona head into the final three matches of the season, starting with a visit to Almeria, they have just three injury concerns. Frenkie de Jong (ankle), Alex Balde (thigh) and Gavi (anterior cruciate ligament rupture) all remain out for the season. Although they do have four players who are one more booking away from getting suspended. … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News at Almeria: Gavi, Alex Balde, Frenkie De Jong
Andreas Christensen Shoots Downs FC Barcelona Exit Talk
Ahead of tomorrow's El Clasico, a match that will most likely decide the La Liga title this season, FC Barcelona first teamer Andreas Christensen has made a statement about his club future. The Dane disputed narratives linking him with a move away from Catalonia. See the quote below, via world transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. … [Read more...] about Andreas Christensen Shoots Downs FC Barcelona Exit Talk
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Granada CF
Xavi has had plenty of low moments this season, and the 2-2 draw at Granada CF back in October is certainly among them. A stalemate against a side this firmly entrenched in the relegation scrap, when you're a club the size of FC Barcelona, is basically a loss. Well, not literally, but it is certainly two points dropped, and the Catalan Club just can't let that happen again. … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Granada CF
Barcelona Team News vs Granada: Gundogan, Roque, Ter Stegen
Barca boss Xavi will certainly have plenty of selection issues to deal with when his side hosts Granada CF on Sunday. Midfielder Ilkay Gundogan is the latest concern, as he's a doubt here due to a back issue. Elsewhere Ferran Torres is out until the end of the month, at least, with a thigh injury. Also out until about the start of March is Joao Felix, who is battling an … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Granada: Gundogan, Roque, Ter Stegen
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Athletic Club (Copa Del Rey Quarterfinals)
As the heat increases on Xavi, the best thing the Barcelona boss can do is win. Claiming a trophy would be the best thing for him, in terms of trying to cool his seat in Catalonia. If Barcelona can get past Athletic Club tomorrow night, they'll find themselves in the Copa Del Rey semifinals. In other words, silverware could soon be in striking distance. To get there however, … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Athletic Club (Copa Del Rey Quarterfinals)
Barcelona Team News at Unionistas (Copa Del Rey): Xavi, Yamal, Araujo
The big news today, surrounding all things FC Barcelona, is Xavi responding to reports that he's lost the dressing room. Rumors are swirling about that the 43-year-old manager is destined to leave the Catalan club at the end of the season. Speaking to the media ahead of tomorrow's Copa Del Rey at Unionistas Salamanca, the Catalan said: "I love this club. I'm here to bring … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News at Unionistas (Copa Del Rey): Xavi, Yamal, Araujo
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna (Spanish Super Cup Semifinal)
Heading into the Spanish Super Cup semifinal clash versus Osasuna, FC Barcelona have plenty of issues to speak of. Maybe the biggest problems they have are in the final third, as scoring has been a big issue for the Blaugranes. Both Robert Lewandowski and Joao Felix are at risk of losing their places in the first team, although, for what it's worth, we're picking them in our … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna (Spanish Super Cup Semifinal)
FC Barcelona Team News vs Osasuna: Pedri, Cancelo, Martinez, Gundogan
Do you want the bad news or good news first, FC Barcelona supporters? We'll do bad- even though the hamstring injury to Inigo Martinez is less serious than was initially believed, he'll still be out four to five weeks, according to manager Xavi. Also, midfielder Ilkay Gundogan missed training yesterday, due to an unspecified illness. While Martinez is on the shelf for … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News vs Osasuna: Pedri, Cancelo, Martinez, Gundogan
Pedri Hopes Haaland Can Succeed Lewandowski at Barcelona
FC Barcelona star Pedri was recently asked, while appearing on a social media platform, who the dream signing for his club would be. The Spaniard did not hesitate, naming Manchester City striker Erling Haaland in this exercise of fantasy football. It's easy to understand why, as Haaland broke the Premier League single season scoring record last season, and he has 19 goals in … [Read more...] about Pedri Hopes Haaland Can Succeed Lewandowski at Barcelona