Archives for: February 2007

Match Preview, Copa Del Rey: REAL ZARAGOZA - FC BARCELONA (1:0)


28th February 2007
Match Preview: Wednesday 28/02/2007 21:30 (GMT +1): Copa Del Rey, Quarterfinal, Second Leg REAL ZARAGOZA - FC BARCELONA (1:0) La Romareda, Zaragoza – Capacity: 35.000 Referee: Real Zaragoza (4-4-2): César – Diogo, Piqué, Gabriel Milito, Juanfran – D'Ale… more »
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Barca´s Eto´o will miss Zaragoza match


27th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s striker Samuel Eto'o will not travel to Zaragoza for the second leg of the quarter finals of the Copa Del Rey. barca´s medical staff have decided to rest him and continue his rehabilitation and treatment programme. FC Barcelona´s medical s… more »
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Barca Coach Rijkaard´s Pre-Match Comments, Copa Del Rey: REAL ZARAGOZA - FC BACELONA (1:0)


27th February 2007
FC Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard revealed in the official pre-match press conference that Real Zaragoza have to be considered the favourites, due to the simple fact that they go with a 1-0 advantage into the game and play at home. Rijkaard regrets the a… more »
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Player´s Post Match Comments and Ronadinho Video: FC BARCELONA - ATHLETIC BILBAO 3:0 (3:0)


27th February 2007
No doubt, in the match against Athletic Bilbao, FC Barcelona showed the best perfomance of the year 2007. Ronaldinho was the centre of it all. First accussed of being overweight by the Madrid based papers "AS" and "MARCA" publishing photo´s that have p… more »
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Video Highlights: FC BARCELONA - ATHLETIC BILBAO 3:0


26th February 2007
FC Barcelona Blog presents you the highlights of the match FC Barcelona - Athletic Bilbao. Enjoy! And just because it was such a brilliant scene. Here again! more »
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Match Report, La Liga: FC BARCELONA - ATHLETIC BILBAO 3:0 (3:0)


26th February 2007
Match Report: Sunday 25/02/2007 21:00 (GMT +1): La Liga, Match Day 24 FC BARCELONA - ATHLETIC BILBAO 3:0 (3:0) Camp Nou, Barcelona – Attendance: 72.000 Referee: Vicente Jose Lizondo Cortes Goals: 1-0 Amorebieta 23´, o.g. 2-0 Xavi 30´ 3-0 Eto´o 41´ FC B… more »
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Match Preview, La Liga: FC BARCELONA - ATHLETIC BILBAO


25th February 2007
Match Preview: Sunday 25/02/2007 21:00 (GMT +1): La Liga, Match Day 24 FC BARCELONA - ATHLETIC BILBAO Camp Nou, Barcelona – Capacity: 99.000 Referee: Vicente Jose Lizondo Cortes FC Barcelona (4-3-3): Valdes - Oleguer, Thuram, Puyol, Gio (Sylvinho) - Edm… more »
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Video Highlights: FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL 1:2


23rd February 2007
Match Report: Wednesday 21/02/2007 20:45 (GMT +1): UEFA Champions League - Quarterfinal, First Leg FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC 1:2 (1:1) Camp Nou, Barcelona – Capacity: 94.000 Referee: Kyros Vassaras Goals: 1-0 Deco 14´ 1-1 Bellamy 43´ 1-2 Riise 74´… more »
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Barca´s Thuram: "We can win at Anfield!"


23rd February 2007
FC Barcelona´s French defender Lilian Thuram is confident that the team is able to beat Liverpool at Anfield. Barca´s Thuram is aware that it will be a difficult task but not impossible. Despite British media already suggesting that FC Barcelona´s de… more »
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Barca show serious interest in Xabi Alonso


23rd February 2007
Reports in the Spanish press and media continue to suggest that FC Barcelona are very keen to land Basque player Xabi Alonso for next season. During the summer, it is sure that some high profile player´s will arrive at the Camp Nou and Xabi Alonso could… more »
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Liverpool Player´s Post Match Comments: FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC 1:2


22nd February 2007
Liverpool´s players were delighted about their victory over current European Cup holders FC Barcelona at Camp Nou ut admitted that it is not all over yet. they will go with an advantage into the second leg at anfield but they know that barca can be a dan… more »
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Rijkaard´s Post Match Comments: FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC 1:2


22nd February 2007
The Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard was unhappy about the way his team lost against Liverpool at Camp Nou but still shows optimism that Barca can turn things around. Here is a selection of his post match comments: It wasn't our night. The rhythm of the… more »
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Deco breaks Liverpool´s Clean Sheet Record at Camp Nou


22nd February 2007
Deco's goal in the 15th minute of the UEFA Champions League match against Liverpool last Wednesday night, was the first that Barca have ever scored against the Red´s at the Camp Nou. In all three previous meetings, Liverpool have managed to keep a clean… more »
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Barca Player`s Post Match Comments: FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC 1:2


22nd February 2007
Of course, the FC barcelona players have all been disappointed by the result, especially after their first half performance but the entire squad is confident that they are still able to turn things around at anfield in two weeks. They know it will be a h… more »
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Belletti sprained left Ankle - 10-15 Days out


22nd February 2007
FC Barcelona´s Brazilian full back Juliano Belletti has a second degree sprain of his left ankle and will be out of action for 10 to 15 days. Belletti will miss at least 3 matches, La Liga´s games against Athletic Bilbao and FC Sevilla, plus the Copa del… more »
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Match Report, Champions League: FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC 1:2 (1:1)


22nd February 2007
Match Report: Wednesday 21/02/2007 20:45 (GMT +1): UEFA Champions League - Quarterfinal, First Leg FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC 1:2 (1:1) Camp Nou, Barcelona – Capacity: 94.000 Referee: Kyros Vassaras Goals: 1-0 Deco 14´ 1-1 Bellamy 43´ 1-2 Riise 74´… more »
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Picture of the Day: Barca & Liverpool Fans in the City


21st February 2007
I have seen this picture of the day on SPORT. The streets of Barcelona are full of thousands of Liverpool fans that visit the City for the big game tonight at Camp Nou. and as you can see on the picture, there will also be a few Culés around. FAIR PLA… more »
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Mark van Bommel still carries Blaugrana Blood inside!


21st February 2007
Former Barca player Mark Van Bommel showed that he still carries a lot of Blaugrana blood inside him. My former neighbour in Gavà, at the coast south of Barcelona, before he finally moved to Munich is known as a calm, kind and friendly man. But yesterd… more »
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Match Preview, Champions League: FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC


21st February 2007
Match Preview: Wednesday 21/02/2007 20:45 (GMT +1): UEFA Champions League - Quarterfinal, First Leg FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC Camp Nou, Barcelona – Capacity: 99.000 Referee: Kyros Vassaras FC Barcelona (4-3-3): Valdes - Oleguer (Belletti), Thuram,… more »
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Barca´s Thuram and Zambrotta: "Liverpool are dificult to beat at Anfield!"


21st February 2007
FC Barcelona´s former Juventus players Lilian Thuram and Gianluca Zambrotta believe that a good result tonight is important to progress to the quarter finals of the UEFA Champions League. Both players mentioned the home strength of Liverpool at Anfield.… more »
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FC Barcelona without Eto'o, Edmilson, Ezquerro and Sylvinho


21st February 2007
FC Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard has named his 18 players for the UEFA Champions League match against Liverpool FC. Here is Rijkaard´s complete list of players nominated for the game against Liverpool: Valdés, Jorquera, Belletti, Oleguer, Puyol, Thur… more »
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FC Barcelona 13 games without home defeat in Champions League


21st February 2007
FC Barcelona have not lost one of their last 13 Champions League games at the Camp Nou. This unbeaten home record was established by current Barca coach Frank Rikjaard. Tonight, a different record has to be broken by the Barca team. Liverpool have neve… more »
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Rijkaards Pre-Match Comments: FC BARCELONA - LIVERPOOL FC


21st February 2007
FC Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard explained on the official pre-match press conference ahead of the UEFA Champions League clash between current European Cup holders FC Barcelona and previous winners Liverpool FC that there are may reasons why his team wi… more »
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Photo: First of 5,000 Liverpool Fans arrive in Barcelona!


20th February 2007
FC Barcelona Blog presents a photo of the first of 5,000 Liverpool supporters that arrived in Barcelona. This is how it could look like in some parts of Camp Nou on Wednesday night! I hope the Scousers can take a joke! Welcome to Barcelona! Enjoy the… more »
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Barca´s Xavi: Our Chances are 50:50 now - Hopefully 80-20 after tomorrow Night!


20th February 2007
FC Barcelona midfielder Xavi believes it will be a tough encounter against Liverpool on wednesday evening but is confident that the chances to proceed to the quarter final has changed after tomorrow night´s first leg at Camp Nou. Xavi told Skysports: To… more »
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Liverpool has never conceded a goal at Camp Nou - But FC Barcelona have won at Anfield


20th February 2007
FC Barcelona are well aware that if they want to qualify for the quarter finals of the UEFA Champions League they need to perform strongly in the opening leg. Liverpool have never conceded a goal in their 3 visits to Camp Nou and Barca is keen to break t… more »
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Barca Player´s Post Match Comments: VALENCIA - FC BARCELONA 2:1


19th February 2007
Here are a selction of post match comments of the players after the 2-1 defeat against Valencia at Mestalla. Leo Messi: Valencia's second goal was a big blow. The two goals came very quickly and we didn't have time to react. We tried but we couldn't… more »
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Rijkaard´s Post Match Comments: VALENCIA - FC BARCELONA 2:1


19th February 2007
FC Brcelona coach Frank Rijkaard mentioned during the official press conference the missed opportuny of opening a gap at the top of the table but was content with the attitude of the team. Here are some of his post match comments at the official press… more »
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Sir Bobby Robson: Liverpool will give Barca a rough Ride


19th February 2007
Sir Bobby Robson, former coach of FC Barcelona believes that Liverpool will be a tough opponent in the last-16 tie and it will be difficult to progress to the next round. Robson expects the Reds give Barca a rough ride at Anfield, known for its intense a… more »
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Video, Highlights: VALENCIA - FC BARCELONA 2:1 (0:0)


19th February 2007
Match Report: Sunday 18/02/2007 19:00 (GMT +1): La Liga, Match Day 23 VALENCIA - FC BARCELONA 2:1 (0:0) La Mestalla, Valencia – Attendance: 55.000 Referee: Eduardo Itturalde Gonzalez Goals: 1:0 Angulo 52´ 2:0 Silva 55´ 2:1 Ronaldinho 92´ Valencia (4-… more »
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Reina returns to Camp Nou: "Beautiful Feeling"


19th February 2007
Liverpool´s Catalan goalkeeper Josep Reina came through the ranks of FC BArcelona and ios looking forward to return to his former club to play the Champions league first leg at Camp Nou. Reina made a few first team experiences under former Barca coach Va… more »
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Greek refs CL-Clash Barcelona - Liverpool


19th February 2007
Greek referee Kyros Vassaras will be in charge of the UEFA Champions League first leg between FC Barcelona - Liverpool at camp Nou on Wednesday. more »
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Liverpool in Trouble ahead of Barca Clash


19th February 2007
Liverpool FC went to Portugal on a week´s sunshine trip to prepare for Wednesday´s Champions League clash with European Cup holders FC Barcelona. But several English tabloids reported on different incidents that could see a few Liverpool players in troub… more »
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Match Report, La Liga: VALENCIA - FC BARCELONA 2:1 (0:0)


19th February 2007
Match Report: Sunday 18/02/2007 19:00 (GMT +1): La Liga, Match Day 23 VALENCIA - FC BARCELONA 2:1 (0:0) La Mestalla, Valencia – Attendance: 55.000 Referee: Eduardo Itturalde Gonzalez Goals: 1:0 Angulo 52´ 2:0 Silva 55´ 2:1 Ronaldinho 92´ Valencia (4-… more »
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Canizares out of Barca Clash


18th February 2007
Valencia veteran goalkeeper Santiago Canizares has been ruled out tonights much anticipated clash Valencia versus FC Barcelona at the Mestalla. Goalkeeper Canizares had to be left out at the last minute due to a flu. Canizares is expected to return to th… more »
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FC Barcelona Coach Rijkaard: "I am staying at Barca!"


18th February 2007
FC Barcelona boss Frank Rijkaard came out and clarified his situation after 1 week of speculation in the official press conference prior to the match against Valencia: My intention is to stay. I'm happy at Barça and for me it's an honour to be here. I… more »
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Match Preview, La Liga: VALENCIA - FC BARCELONA


18th February 2007
Match Preview: Sunday 18/02/2007 19:00 (GMT +1): La Liga, Match Day 23 VALENCIA - FC BARCELONA La Mestalla, Valencia – Capacity: 55.000 Referee: Eduardo Itturalde Gonzalez Valencia (4-4-2): Butelle - Miguel, Marchena, Ayala, Moretti - Joaquin (Angulo),… more »
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Eto´o not in Valencia - Sylvinho, Thuram and Ezquerro also called up


17th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s Samuel Eto´o has not been travelling to Valencia. Further, Ezquerro, Sylvinho and the injured Thuram, have not been nominated by Barca coach Frank Rijkaard for the match on Sunday in Mestalla. Therefore, Icelandic international Eidur Gudj… more »
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Barca Legend Cruyff: "Liverpool plays excellent Football"


17th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s former player and coach Johan Cruyff has warned Barca about Liverpools aerial thread and has got some suggestions to make, how the current European Champions can beat the former Champions League winner of 2005. Cruyff believes that Barca h… more »
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Real´s Casillas: If Barca are in Crisis - We are in complete darkness!


16th February 2007
Astonishing, but true! Yesterday Real´s goalkeeper Iker Casillas rubbished all claims that FC abrcelona could be in a crisis and feels that everything has been taken completely out of proportion and exagerrated by the media. Casillas revealed in a press… more »
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Barca´s Ronaldinho: "We have to be at our best to beat Liverpool"


16th February 2007
FC Barcelona's "El Magico" Ronaldinho told English tabloid "SUN" that he and his teammates have to be at their best to beat liverpool to progress to the quarter finals. Despite being branded as favourites ronaldinho insists that the UEFA Champions League… more »
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Barca´s Deco: "FC Barcelona the ideal Club for Cristiano ronaldo!"


16th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s Portuguese midfield star Deco is convinced that FC Barcelona is the ideal club and Barcelona the best place for international team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo to play in the future. Deco believes that 22-year-old Ronaldo should choose Barca ov… more »
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Bojan Krkic - young star of Barca B


15th February 2007
FC Barcelona home grown talent Bojan Krkic, 16 years old from Linyola, has got a great future ahead of him. Last weekend he scored 2 goals in the 3-0 victory over U.E. Lleida and is already the Pichichi of Barca B. He scored 7 goals or a total of 20. Sin… more »
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Bojan Krkic and Giovanni Dos Santos shine for Barca against Lleida


15th February 2007
It is pure joy to watch the young talents of 16 years old Bojan Krkic and 17 year old Giovanni Dos Santos running through the Lleida defence. Young Bojan has a great future ahead. 16 year old Bojan was the Man of the Match when he scored 2 goals in the 3… more »
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Sylvinho back - Thuram will follow in 3 Days


15th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s left back Sylvinho has been given the green light by the first teamßs medical staff and is ready for team selection. Also veteran defender Lilian Thuram is set to return to action after 3 more days of individual training. Sylvinho has b… more »
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Puyol´s Comments in Press Conference: "Case Eto´o"


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona captain Carles Puyol attended the press conference yesterday and revealed that the "Case Eto´o" is finally solved and the squad is united once again. Carles Puyol showed his qualities as leader of the pack and took his responsibility appear… more »
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Video: Street Performers in Barcelona


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona have probably the best youth development in the world. Roughly € 7 mill. are spent annually for the development of talents for upcoming stars like Giovanni Dos Santos and Bojan Krkic. But it seems, that the in the City of Barcelona there a… more »
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Ronaldinho first foreign Sportsman to advertise in Russia


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s Brazilian superstar Ronaldinho is the first foreign athlet who advertises in Russia. Ronaldinho´s international marketing value has also been discovered in Russia. Barca´s Ronnie is advertising chips (a division of Pepsi Cola) on russian t… more »
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Belletti signs new contract until 2009 this week


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s European Cup hero Juliano Belletti, who scored the winning goal against Arsenal in last year´s final in Paris, has been offered an extension on his current contract until 2009. The club and the player agreed on improved terms and the playe… more »
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Barca coach Rijkaard: No Punishment for Eto´o!


14th February 2007
FC abrcelona coach Frank Rijkaard has requested to technical secretary txiki Begiristain and president Joan Laporta not to punish Barca´s Cameroun striker samuel Eto´o and to close the "case Eto´o" now. Both, Txiki Begiristain and Frank Rijkaard, have… more »
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Thuram considers to retire from France


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s defender Lilian Thuram has admitted he may consider to retire from international football before Euro 2008. The 35-year-old hasd been convinced by France national coach to go on with his international career but he has not been a regular f… more »
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Ronaldinho close to beat personal scoring Record


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s Brazilian superstar Ronaldinho is well on the way to setting a new personal best in terms of La Liga goals in one season. The Brazilian magician Ronaldinho is in great scoring mood at present. Ronaldinho is just two goals short of his pers… more »
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Barca: Defending well - Scoring top!


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona are three points clear at the top of La Liga with the team scoring goals, creating pressure from all positions and defending very well. Barca has only conceded one goal in its last four matches and this only goal was a penalty. But the team… more »
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Eto'o and Ronaldinho make peace - Meeting between Player, Txiki and Rijkaard delayed


14th February 2007
Today, Samuel Eto'o and Ronaldinho made peacewith a hug on the training pitch and put an end to their controverse argument. The training has been delayed by 30 minutes and according to Barca captain Puyol a team meeting has resolved all problems. How… more »
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Eto'o doubts to be fit for Liverpool Clash


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona striker Eto'o revealed that he has still some problems with his knee and is unsure about whether he will be fit to feature in next week's UEFA Champions League first leg against Liverpool at Camp Nou. Eto'o is on his way back from a knee inj… more »
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Eto'o has no problems with Rijkaard


14th February 2007
FC Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o, who reportedly explode in front of the media yesterday has moved to clarify his comments made about FC Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard. The Cameroon international Eto'o was very unhappy after Rijkaard claimed, he refused… more »
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Liverpool´s Gerrard: "Barcelona are a great Team!"


14th February 2007
Liverpool FC captain Steven Gerrard, despite branding FC Barcelona a great team, has urged his team not to worry about Barcelona and to face the European Cup holders with confidence at Camp Nou. Liverpool FC, who are currently preparing in Portugal, for… more »
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Portuguese International Viana: Manchester United not big enough for Cristiano Ronaldo


13th February 2007
Valencia midfielder and former Newcastle United player Hugo Viana believes Cristiano Ronaldo should soon leave Manchester United to follow him in La Liga, suggesting he should join a more important team in a stronger League. The Portuguese international… more »
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Eto'o hits out at Rijkkard & Ronaldinho


13th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s top striker Samuel Eto'o surprisingly hit out at Barca coach Frank Rijkaard to talk to the press that he did not want to enter the pitch for the last 5 minutes. The Cameroon international Eto'o also critized teammate Ronaldinho for suggest… more »
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Barca Players Post Match Comments: FC BARCELONA - RACING SANTANDER 2:0


13th February 2007
Below you will find a selection of the post match comments from the players of FC Barcelona: Youngster Leo Messi, who played his 50th match for FC Barcelona: I felt good despite not having played for a long time. I'm always treated well here. I apprec… more »
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Victor Valdes Comments in Monday´s Press Conference: FC BARCELONA - RACING SANTANDER 2:0


13th February 2007
FC Barcelona goalkeeper Víctor Valdés attended Monday´s official press conference after the training and has praised the performance of his FC Barcelona team-mates after the 2-0 victory against Racing Santander on Sunday evening. Valdes became an instant… more »
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FC Barcelona Videos: FC BARCELONA - RACING SANTANDER 2:0 (0:0)


13th February 2007
Match Report: Sunday 11/02/2007 19:00 (GMT +1): La Liga, Match Day 22 FC BARCELONA - RACING SANTANDER 2:0 (0:0) Camp Nou, Barcelona – Capacity: 78.000 Referee: Manuel Enrique Mejuto González Goals: 1-0 Ronaldinho 51 min. 2-0 Ronaldinho 67 min. Ronaldin… more »
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Ronaldinho promissed unusual Goal Celebration to little Girl


12th February 2007
After the match Brazilian superstar Ronaldinho explained why he celebrated his two goals with an unusual gesture: I celebrated with my palms facing upwards, because a small girl asked me to do that if I scored. She was very supportive, while I was out… more »
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Ronaldinho criticises Eto’o: The Team come first!


12th February 2007
FC Barcelona’s man of the match Ronaldinho has criticised team-mate Samuel Eto’o after the Cameroon goalgetter refused to come on as a substitute for the last 5 minutes during the superb 2-0 victory over Racing Santander on Sunday. The Brazilian was the… more »
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Match Report, La Liga: FC BARCELONA - RACING SANTANDER 2:0 (0:0)


12th February 2007
Match Report: Sunday 11/02/2007 19:00 (GMT +1): La Liga, Match Day 22 FC BARCELONA - RACING SANTANDER 2:0 (0:0) Camp Nou, Barcelona – Capacity: 78.000 Referee: Manuel Enrique Mejuto González Goals: 1-0 Ronaldinho 51 min. 2-0 Ronaldinho 67 min. FC Barce… more »
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Coach Rijkaard´s Pre-Match Comments: FC BARCELONA - RACING SANTANDER


11th February 2007
FC Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard explained in the official pre-match press conference that Barca will have to work hard and battle for the 3 points. Despite of the absence of Zigic and Munitis, Racing Santander can not be taken lightly. Zigic and Muniti… more »
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Crisitano Ronaldo, Xabi Alonso and Wesley Snijder Barca´s summer targets


10th February 2007
Several Barcelona based sports newspapers reported today that FC Barcelona will bid for Liverpool´s midfielder Xabi Alonso in the summer. Barca have also being linked with Manchester United´s young star Cristiano Ronaldo as well as Ajax amsterdam´s We… more »
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Barca Captain Puyol´s Pre-Match Comments: FC BARCELONA - RACING SANTANDER


09th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s captain Carles Puyol believes that for this will be a month of truth and every match has to be treated as a final. "El Tiburon" Puyol is delighted that all players are back in training and ready for selection. Here are a selection of his… more »
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All Barca Players available for Selection


09th February 2007
All first team players of FC Barcelona were taking part in Friday´s training session at La Masia for the first time since 19th September. All 22 squad players are available for selection for the match against Racing Santander on Sunday evening more »
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Messi - 50th match for Barca against Racing Santander?


09th February 2007
Barca´s wonderboy Leo Messi is about to reach match no. 50 for FC Barcelona against Racing Santander on Sunday evening. Messi made his debut for FC Barcelona´s first team on the 16th October 2004 in Montjuïc against Espanyol when he was only 17 years old… more »
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Young Ronaldinho or what?


09th February 2007
I found this video and it looks like young Ronaldinho! Believe me, Barca´s future looks bright! Enjoy! Giovani Dos Santos - video powered by Metacafe Click here if you can´t view it. more »
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Laporta signs restructuring agreement for Camp Nou


09th February 2007
FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has revealed the new plans to reconstruct Camp Nou into one of the most modern stadiums in the world. Laporta believes that after 50 years and a modernisation in 1982 for the World Cup in Spain, the current stadium is… more »
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Messi and Eto'o fit for Racing Santander match on Sunday


09th February 2007
Lionel Messi and Samuel Eto'o, both have been delared fit for this Sunday´s La Liga match against Racing Santander after coming through a 70-minute practice game against a selection of players from the Barcelona B and C teams. The training match was orga… more »
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Barca´s Begiristain met Ronaldo´s Agent in London


09th February 2007
FC Barcelona´s technical secretary Txiki Begiristain met Cristiano Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes during Tuesday's friendly international, when Portugal beat Brazil at Arsenal´s Emirates Stadium but denied that Barca have made the first move to sign the ta… more »
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FC Barcelona second richest Club - Targeting top Spot in next Years


09th February 2007
FC Barcelona is the second richest football club in the world according to the Football Money League study published by consultancy firm Deloitte & Touche. FC Barcelona generated € 259,1 mill. last season 2005/06. Only 3 years ago, when president J… more »
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Ezquerro ready to leave FC Barcelona


09th February 2007
First time since joining FC Barcelona two years ago, former Athletic Bilbao striker Santiago Ezquerro admitted that he is ready to quit Camp Nou. The Basque forward moved to Camp Nou in the summer of 2005 on a Bosman free transfer from Athletic Bilbao, b… more »
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Italian Clubs ready to bid € 30 mill. for Barca Youngster Giovanni Dos Santos


02nd February 2007
Daily sport newspaper SPORT reported today that FC Barcelona´s 17-year old jewel Giovanni Dos Santos has been the transfer target of Olympique Lyon and several Italian Serie A teams during the Jasnuary transfer window. The 17-year-old Mexican "Ronaldinho… more »
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Marquez: "Eto'o´s return will be a shake up!"


02nd February 2007
Speaking to reporters in the official press conference yesterday, Rafa Márquez admitted that the return of Samuel Eto'o and Leo Messi will be a huge boost to the team. Eto'o took part in his first training session with the rest of the squad on Thursday m… more »
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Motta back in Training - No Problems


02nd February 2007
Thiago Motta, who missed the Copa del Rey match against Real Zaragoza due to some trouble with his right knee was back in training yesterday. He took full part in the team training and there have been no problems. Ronaldinho, Saviola, Xavi, Thuram and M… more »
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Camp Nou a tough Place for Visiting Teams


02nd February 2007
Camp Nou has been a real fortress for the Blaugrana last year and despite Wednesday´s Copa del Rey defeat against Real Zaragoza, Barca has only lost 4 matches out of the last 55. The last defeat goes back to the 5th February 2006 against Atlético Madrid… more »
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Barca Defender Marquez: "I am not at my best!"


02nd February 2007
FC Barcelona´s Mexican defender Rafael Marquez has admitted that he is currently not at his best form and blamed an injury for this in the official press conference yesterday: I admit that I am not playing like last season, and that I am not in my bes… more »
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Gudjohnsen No to West Ham - Still another 3 Years Contract to fulfill


02nd February 2007
Media reports suggested that West Ham United were keen to land FC abrcelona´s Eidur Gudjohnsen. But the Icelandic international was quick to dismiss the rumours: After this season I have three more years on my contract. When my contract with Barça fi… more »
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Cruyff recommends Ronaldo: "Cristiano is a Quality Player!"


02nd February 2007
FC Barcelona´s legend and former coach Johan Cruyff has abcked a move for Manchester United´s young star Cristiano Ronaldo. After Barca coach Frank Rijkaard, president Joan Laporta and midfielder Deco all rated Ronaldo highly, Cruyff came out in favour t… more »
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FC Barcelona ends Arsenal Sarandi Agreement


02nd February 2007
FC Barcelona and Arsenal de Sarandí have terminated their agreement about youth development in Argentina after just 4 month. The original common agreement was over five years and should develope young talents in their own country without bringing chi… more »
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Barca´s Eto'o back to full training


02nd February 2007
FC Barcelona´s top striker Samuel Eto'o has returned to full team training with the rest of the Barca players yesterday. It was the first training with his teammates again after Eto'o suffered a knee ligament injury in the Champions League match against… more »
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Match Report, Copa Del Rey: FC BARCELONA - REAL ZARAGOZA 0:1 (0:0)


01st February 2007
Match Preview: Wednesday 31/01/2007 22:00 (GMT +1): Copa Del Rey, Quarterfinals, first leg FC BARCELONA - REAL ZARAGOZA 0:1 (0:0) Camp Nou, Barcelona – Attendance: 35.000 Referee: Julian Rodríguez Santiago Goals: 0-1 Diogo 77´ FC Barcelona (4-3-3): Va… more »
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