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The Barcelona goalkeeper has recovered from right knee discomfort and is available for Hansi Flick ahead of this afternoon's LaLiga match at the Coliseum. García had missed recent matches, forcing the German coach to rotate his options in goal. Raphinha remains out after his long trip to Australia with Brazil.
Natilla·5 min read
Joan Laporta strongly criticized Real Madrid during a tribute event in Sitges. The Barcelona president defended the club's handling of the Negreira Case and claimed the Madrid side is suffering a serious loss of national and international reputation. He also backed Lamine Yamal as a strong candidate for the Ballon d'Or.
varela·5 min read
Unai Simón is emerging as one of the strongest candidates for the Yashin Trophy, which will be awarded on Monday, October 26 in London during the Ballon d'Or gala. His coach at Athletic Club, Terzic, has made his position clear: he considers the Spanish international the best goalkeeper in the world.
Javi
·4 min read
UEFA has fined the Croatian Football Federation €20,000 for the racist and discriminatory behaviour of its fans during the Nations League match against Spain, played on 29 September at the Estadio Sánchez Pizjuán. Croatia will also be banned from selling tickets to its supporters for the next away fixture, although that sanction is suspended for a two-year probationary period.
Matt·4 min read
Raphinha will sit out Barcelona's next two matches after returning from international duty with a right thigh problem. The Brazilian forward, who has scored 14 goals this season, was replaced at half-time in the friendly against Australia. Hansi Flick says the injury is not serious, but the club will take no risks with their captain ahead of key fixtures.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Barcelona return to LaLiga action on Saturday against Getafe after the international break. The league leaders are looking to preserve a perfect start and match the best opening run in club history, set by Gerardo Martino's side in the 2013-2014 season. Hansi Flick's team are without Raphinha but carry the momentum of seven straight wins and 31 goals scored.
Natilla·5 min read
Real Madrid face a key away match at Villarreal this Saturday as they try to keep pace with Barcelona at the top of LaLiga. José Mourinho brings Konaté back into the starting XI after injury concerns and gives Arda Güler the nod on the right wing, with Fede Valverde rested as a precaution. Mbappé, Vinicius and Bellingham lead a strong attacking line.
varela·3 min read
Real Madrid host Villarreal this Saturday at 9:00 p.m. at the Santiago Bernabéu, their first home match in nearly a month. With the derby defeat to Atlético Madrid still lingering and Barcelona six points ahead, the game is loaded with pressure on Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius, expected whistles from the stands and an urgent need to beat a Champions League contender before the Clásico.
Javi·5 min read
Enzo Maresca strongly defended Manchester City's titles after an independent commission found the club guilty of most of the 115 charges brought by the Premier League. The Italian manager trusts the owners completely, is convinced the club will win its appeal, and confirmed Erling Haaland is ready for the trip to Anfield to face Liverpool.
Matt·5 min read
Arsenal have submitted a formal bid to sign 17-year-old Mexican midfielder Gilberto Mora from Club Tijuana. The player has a £21.2m release clause and is also being tracked by Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool, Borussia Dortmund and Benfica.
InfoBlaugrana·6 min read