Barcelona

2022 - 7 - 24

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New boy Raphinha helps Barcelona beat Real Madrid 1-0 but ... (Daily Mail)

The Brazilian's was the only goal of the game - and his second in as many games - and came after latching on to a loose pass on the edge of the Real penalty ...

Former Bayern Munich talisman Robert Lewandowski made his first appearance for his new club, and would have found himself on the scoresheet immediately were it not for a good Thibaut Courtois save. Carlo Ancelotti will have been disappointed with his European champions, but will know that his side are capable of better, with legendary duo Luka Modric and Toni Kroos starting on the bench, and Mexican side Club America will present him with a chance to put the El Classico defeat to rest. The Brazilian's was the only goal of the game - and his second in as many games - and came after latching on to a loose pass on the edge of the Real penalty box, before unleashing a precise strike.

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Barcelona chief gives update on Man Utd transfer target Frenkie de ... (Metro)

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has provided an update on the future of Manchester United transfer target Frenkie de Jong.

We have a list and we qualify as the player who has the competence to play that role. We will strike the moment the player is available.’ ‘There are not many in that position capable of the level we demand.

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Real Madrid 0-1 Barcelona: Raphinha scores brilliant goal to seal ... (Evening Standard)

Raphinha scored his second goal in as many games to help Barcelona beat Real Madrid in Las Vegas during the early hours of Sunday morning.

Former Leeds star Raphinha intercepted a wayward pass from Eder Militao in the 27th minute before scoring from distance to seal a morale-boosting victory over the European champions. aphinha scored his second goal in as many games to help Barcelona beat Real Madrid in Las Vegas during the early hours of Sunday morning. Real Madrid 0-1 Barcelona: Raphinha scores brilliant goal to seal Clasico win in Las Vegas

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Barcelona president Laporta rubbishes Man Utd report in fresh De ... (Football365.com)

Football365 - Laporta reiterated that Barcelona "really like" De Jong and poured cold water on a report we've all taken as gospel.

We need to clarify some aspects of his situation”. De Jong is the priority signing for new United boss Erik ten Hag, who worked successfully with the 25-year-old in their time together at Ajax. Barcelona president Joan Laporta has rubbished reports that the club have accepted a Manchester United bid for Frenkie de Jong, reiterating that the Dutch midfielder “is our player”.

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Real Madrid 0-1 Barcelona: Player Ratings (Barca Universal)

For the second time in two matches, Barcelona got the better of arch-rivals Real Madrid on Saturday. The clash in Las Vegas was fiercely competitive and saw ...

Moreover, he created several chances in the final ten minutes with his forward runs. Aubameyang had a relatively silent game on the night. He was at the heart of every Catalan build-up and impeccable in defence. Alba was a constant menace down the left flank in the opening half and showed why he is indispensable to Xavi’s setup. Kessie could well turn out to be the Catalans’ best signing of the window. Christensen was calm-headed and solid in his play and did not hesitate to make the occasional vertical or lobbed pass. Against Real Madrid, it was his wonder strike that sealed the game. The clash in Las Vegas was fiercely competitive and saw a battle of emotions and passion on the field. His hunger for goals will undoubtedly be a big factor in Barcelona’s success this season. However, Real Madrid did not record a single shot on target in the 90 minutes, meaning that he was barely tested at Allegiant Arena. At this point, it is accepted that the Canary Islander is mature well beyond his years. If not for Thibaut Courtois, the Catalans could have had at least four goals to their name.

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Barcelona school and residents create solar energy community (The Guardian)

Council-supported project beginning on roof of school in Poblenou could grow across the city.

“These energy communities are really special and they make it possible to find solutions that wouldn’t otherwise be viable, but it isn’t scalable for the whole city,” says Eloi Badia, councillor for climate change and ecological transition. Obviously, during school holidays this energy will be available to whoever else needs it.” “That will supply only some of its needs, but this is just a pilot project.

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'Disrespect!' — Manchester United fans send Frenkie de Jong ... (Manchester Evening News)

Frenkie de Jong came off the bench for Barcelona to play at centre-back against Real Madrid.

Discussions over his move have now been going on for almost three months, but De Jong jetted across to the United States with his Barcelona teammates for their pre-season tour. But it was De Jong who took centre stage especially as he continued in an unfamiliar role, with other players being preferred by Barcelona manager Xavi in central midfield. De Jong signed for Barcelona three years ago and United had reached an agreement in principle with the cash-strapped Catalan giants for his signature.

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Barcelona: How exactly are they affording their summer spending ... (Daily Mail)

Barcelona pleaded poverty before bringing in Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha and Co on big-money deals, have baffled Bayern Munich and battled with Chelsea over ...

We can’t register players unless you go. A further 15 percent should follow. The sight of Lewandowski (right) and Raphinha (left) smiling in Barcelona club gear will make the merchandising deal easier to do It appears that way. The sight of Lewandowski smiling in Barcelona club gear will make the merchandising deal easier to do. They also want Bernardo Silva and Jules Kounde but the former looks like being out of their reach and to get the latter he would need to insist on going to Barcelona on less money than he would get at Chelsea who are now favourites to sign him.

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Watch: Barcelona's Ronald Araujo absolutely rinses Rudiger in ... (PlanetFootball)

Former Chelsea man Antonio Rudiger got absolutely rinsed by Ronald Araujo in last night's friendly between Barcelona and Real Madrid.

On the evidence of this clip, maybe he should become a full-time full-back. We suffered towards the end of the game but I am still satisfied with today’s match,” Xavi said after the win. “We were the better team.

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Barcelona are obsessed with signing €100 million Premier League ... (Barca Universal)

Ousmane Dembele was re-signed on a two-year deal, which was followed by the marquee signing of Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich after a long drawn-out saga ...

In that scenario, Barcelona plan to swoop in for Silva as a replacement. As mentioned earlier, everything will hinge on what happens with the future of de Jong. But, if the Dutchman does leave Camp Nou, fans can expect Barcelona to go hard after Silva. But, according to Helena Condis, the Blaugrana are confident that de Jong will eventually accept his fate and leave Camp Nou, especially with Chelsea also now presenting themselves as an option for the midfielder.

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