In a shocking turn of events, former Brazil footballer Dani Alves has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman in a Barcelona nightclub in 2022. The Catalonia’s top court has sentenced Alves to four and a half years in prison and ordered him to pay a hefty sum of €150,000 ($162,990) to the victim.
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Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong recently expressed his anger and irritation towards the “lies” that have been circulating about his future at the club. Despite various reports claiming that he may leave Barcelona this summer, De Jong remains firm in his stance that he is happy at the Catalan club. In a news conference before
Napoli shocked the football world by firing manager Walter Mazzarri just before their crucial Champions League match against Barcelona. The Italian champions have decided to replace Mazzarri with Slovakia coach Francesco Calzona, who will take over immediately until the end of the season. This sudden change marks Napoli’s third coaching shift this season, reflecting the
The Bundesliga title race saw Bayer Leverkusen further their lead at the top of the table with a 2-1 win over Heidenheim. Leverkusen, who had remained unbeaten for eight games, continued their impressive form by overcoming the resilient Heidenheim defense. With Amine Adli providing the assist, Jeremie Frimpong found the back of the net to
Barcelona’s recent performance against Granada in LaLiga has highlighted the team’s ongoing defensive struggles. The coach, Xavi Hernández, expressed his disappointment after a 3-3 draw, which has left Barcelona trailing Real Madrid by a significant 10-point margin. Despite the setback, Xavi remains determined to maintain hope in the title race. Once again, Barcelona’s defensive frailties
Barcelona’s 17-year-old defender Pau Cubarsí is attracting attention from several Premier League clubs, according to sources. With a release clause of approximately €10 million ($10.7 million), the teenager’s performances have prompted the need for a new long-term deal. Cubarsí’s maturity and skill on the field have impressed both the coaching staff and fans, making him
Former Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman recently shed light on the difficulties and challenges that come with managing the Catalan giants. In light of Xavi Hernandez’s public complaints about his experience as Barça head coach, Koeman emphasized the intricate “political situation” within the club. As someone who has experienced the pressures firsthand, Koeman expressed his understanding
Barcelona has been dealt a major blow ahead of their round-of-16 Champions League tie against Napoli. João Félix, who joined the team on loan from Atletico Madrid in August, has sprained his ankle ligaments in training. This unfortunate injury raises doubts about his availability for the first leg of the clash, which is scheduled to
Outgoing Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has recently expressed his feelings about his time at the club, stating that his work has never been sufficiently valued and that it will be “impossible” for his successor to enjoy the job. Despite having a contract until 2025, Xavi, 44, has announced his departure from Barça at the end
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has vehemently denied rumors linking him to a potential move to Barcelona at the end of the season. Reports in Spain had claimed that the 41-year-old coach was being considered as a successor to Xavi at Spotify Camp Nou. However, Arteta dismissed these reports as “totally fake news” and expressed his
In a shocking turn of events, Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has revealed his decision to leave the club at the end of the season. This announcement comes in the wake of Barcelona’s disastrous 5-3 defeat to Villarreal at the Olympic Stadium. Xavi’s tenure has been marred by a string of disappointing results over the past
In the realm of professional football, unusual kick-off times are not entirely unheard of. However, few games compare to the memorable night that took place at Camp Nou in September 2003. Here, we delve into the intriguing story behind the event, widely regarded as “The Night of Gazpacho.” Brace yourself for an extraordinary journey through
Barcelona’s recent struggles have put head coach Xavi Hernández under intense scrutiny. Despite leading the team to their first LaLiga title in over two years, Xavi has faced mounting criticism due to the team’s inconsistent performances this season. The Copa del Rey quarterfinal exit at the hands of Athletic Club only added fuel to the
The pressure on referees in Spanish football has reached new levels of scrutiny following Real Madrid’s recent comeback win over Almería. Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández, however, has taken a stand against this growing trend. In a news conference ahead of the Copa del Rey quarterfinal against Athletic Bilbao, Xavi expressed his concerns about the impact