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Kylian Mbappé celebrates one of his three goals against Real Sociedad in a LaLiga EA Sports match.

LaLigaFC Barcelona26 August 2026

LaLiga 2026-27 Pichichi: Mbappé takes lead with hat-trick vs Real Sociedad

Kylian Mbappé has moved to the top of the LaLiga 2026-27 Pichichi standings after scoring a hat-trick against Real Sociedad in the second round of fixtures. The French forward, who failed to score on the opening matchday, now overtakes Aubameyang, Raphinha, Fermín, Mariano and Roberto Fernández, all level on two goals. Mbappé is chasing the top scorer award for the third consecutive season.

InfoBlaugrana

·5 min read

Julian Alvarez warms up on the touchline in an Atletico Madrid shirt as fans at the Metropolitano react from the stands.

Atlético MadridFC Barcelona26 August 2026

Atletico Madrid tell Barcelona there is '0% chance' of signing Julian Alvarez

Atletico Madrid have hit back at Barcelona once again over Julian Alvarez. After Joan Laporta repeated the club's interest in the forward, Atletico insist there is no possibility of selling the Argentina international to the Catalan side. The row between the two boards is escalating with the transfer deadline just days away.

varela·6 min read

Barcelona president Joan Laporta explains the club's decision to cancel the World Cup tribute and organise a Catalan independence flag display at the Spotify Camp Nou.

FC BarcelonaRules & refereeing26 August 2026

Barcelona scrap World Cup winners tribute after police clashes and plan Catalan independence flag display at Camp Nou

Barcelona have called off the planned ceremony to honour their Spain internationals who won the World Cup before Thursday's match against Athletic Club. Club president Joan Laporta announced that Catalan independence flags will be handed out at the Spotify Camp Nou instead. The decision follows violent clashes between police and supporters displaying the flag at the season opener in Elche.

varela·6 min read

FC Barcelona fans wave estelada flags in the stands of the Spotify Camp Nou during a LaLiga match.

FC BarcelonaLaLiga26 August 2026

Barcelona replaces World Cup champions tribute with estelada rally at Camp Nou

FC Barcelona has decided not to join the tribute to Spain's World Cup winners taking place at LaLiga stadiums and will instead hold an estelada rally at the Spotify Camp Nou, club president Joan Laporta confirmed. The change comes after police charges against Barcelona fans in Elche, with the club demanding respect for the Catalan pro-independence flag.

Natilla·5 min read

Joan Laporta speaking at an institutional event about Barcelona's interest in Julián Álvarez

FC BarcelonaTransfers26 August 2026

Laporta confirms Barcelona remain interested in Julián Álvarez and keep 100m offer on the table

Joan Laporta revealed on Wednesday that Barcelona have not withdrawn their proposal for Julián Álvarez and would be ready to complete the signing if Atlético Madrid decide to sell the forward this summer. The Barcelona president explained that their offer, worth 100 million euros, is still valid and that they will not pay the 500 million release clause.

InfoBlaugrana

·5 min read

Alejandro Balde playing for FC Barcelona during a match

FC BarcelonaTransfers25 August 2026

Balde makes his decision: he wants to leave Barcelona

Alejandro Balde has told his camp he wants to leave Barcelona before the transfer window closes. Mendes and Deco are searching for a club as Manchester United now pushes for a loan.

InfoBlaugrana

·4 min read

Hector Fort training with FC Barcelona's first team

LaLigaFC Barcelona24 August 2026

Real Sociedad fight Dortmund to sign Barcelona's Hector Fort

Hector Fort, frozen out by Hansi Flick at Barcelona, needs a move before the transfer window closes. Real Sociedad are exploring ways to beat Borussia Dortmund to his signature.

Matt

·5 min read

Julián Álvarez celebrating a goal in an Atlético Madrid shirt

LaLigaFC Barcelona24 August 2026

Julián Álvarez fuels Barcelona hopes again with TikTok like

Julián Álvarez has once again hinted at his wish to join FC Barcelona, even as Atlético Madrid insists he can only leave for Arsenal.

Matt

·5 min read

Alejandro Balde training with FC Barcelona

FC BarcelonaTransfers24 August 2026

Manchester United eye Balde but push for loan, not permanent transfer

Alejandro Balde trained normally but was left out against Elche, a clear sign Barcelona are open to selling him. Manchester United are interested, though they favor a loan with option to buy.

Javi

·4 min read

Barcelona fans queuing to enter the Estadio Martinez Valero before the match against Elche

LaLigaFC Barcelona24 August 2026

Barcelona accuse police of "disproportionate" force on fans in Elche

Barcelona have condemned police actions against their supporters ahead of the win over Elche, including the detention of one fan. The club is demanding answers and standing by the fan involved.

Javi

·4 min read