Archives for: October 2007

Thierry Henry: I Scored My First Goal For Arsenal After Nine Matches


30th October 2007
FC Barcelona’s central striker, Thierry Henry has defended himself at his new club. Thierry Henry has responded to his critics who have heckled over the so-called goals-drought by the legendary top scorer of Arsenal FC and the French national team. Henr… more »

Txiki: I Have No Doubts About Ronaldinho


30th October 2007
Barca official defends Ronaldinho, predicts mercurial performance FC Barcelona's technical Director, Txiki Begiristain has expressed total confidence in Ronaldinho's ability, pointing out that the huge expectations from the Brazilian was a testament to… more »

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Over 300 Million Euro FC Barcelona To Knock-Off Manchester United And Real Madrid


30th October 2007
FC Barcelona's projected revenue this year will put the Blaugrana top place over all other clubs as the top club in the world by the end of this season. After a staggering revenue of 290.1 Million Euros for last year and an even greater prospect of incr… more »

Laporta Delighted With Thierry Henry And Worried About Fatigue.


30th October 2007
The much awaited goal by Thierry Henry finally came against Almeria. Club president Laporta is not left out in the relief and satisfaction, while expressing worry over the rising state of fatigue among key Barca players. FC Barcelona's president Joan La… more »

FC Barcelona's Rijkaard Happy WithThierry Henry And Victory


30th October 2007
Despite winning 2-0, Frank Rijkaard has words of praise for both Almeria and FC Barcelona players. FC Barcelona's coach Frank Rijkaard was full of praises for Almeria in playing a competitive game against the Catalan giants in the La Liga match day 9. T… more »
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Exclusive Interview With FC Barcelona's Zambrotta


30th October 2007
Zambrotta grants first interview after returning from injury. The Italian international spoke on Ronaldinho and the Brazilian's state of mind and his links to Serie A giants, AC Milan. Zambrotta also commented on former Arsenal star Thierry Henry's game… more »
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Video Highlights, La Liga: FC Barcelona - Almeria 2-0 ( 1-0 )


29th October 2007
Watch Thierry Henry's goal against Almeria and also see Lionel Messi score a second from a well taken penalty. Video highlights: Sunday 28/10/2007 19:45 hrs (GMT +1), La Liga Match Day 9 FC BARCELONA - ALMERIA 2-0 ( 1-0 ) Stadium: Camp Nou, Barcelona… more »
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Match Report, La Liga: FC Barcelona - Almeria 2-0 ( 1-0 )


29th October 2007
Thierry Henry re-enters La Liga goal sheet by opening scores in Barca's 2-0 victory over Almeria. Match Report: Sunday 28/10/2007 19:45 hrs (GMT +1), La Liga Match Day 9 FC BARCELONA - ALMERIA 2-0 ( 1-0 ) Stadium: Camp Nou, Barcelona Capacity: 98,772… more »

Marquez, Toure Yaya And Zambrotta Return To Power FC Barcelona


28th October 2007
Return of awesome threesome lifts Barca's spirit. A big boost has come to the FC Barcelona squad today as they face Almeria at Camp Nou, with three key players returning from injury. The players are Rafa Marquez, Toure Yaya and Gianluca Zambrotta. Màrq… more »

Xavi Ponders On Thierry Henry’s Playing Style


28th October 2007
Xavi tinkers the best way to utilize Thierry Henry's great pace. FC Barcelona's vice-captain, Xavi Hernandez has praised Thierry Henry and imagined what best could be brought from the French striker if only Barca could tap into Henry's unique way of pla… more »
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Almeria: FC Barcelona Coach Rijkaard's Pre-Match Comments


28th October 2007
Frank Rijkaard meets the press before meeting Almeria. Barca’s coach Frank Rijkaard has expressed respect for Almeria, Barca’s opponents in today’s La Liga encounter at Camp Nou. The coach also spoke on Thierry Henry, Ronaldinho, Carles Puyol and the ex… more »

Glasgow Rangers Coach Attacks FC Barcelona’s Lionel Messi


27th October 2007
Rangers Coach Walter Smith beats his chest in pride inspite of contrary views. After being touted as playing negative football in the 0-0 draw against FC Barcelona at Ibrox, Glasgow Rangers' coach, Walter Smith has finally responded to the comments made… more »

Arsenal’s Theo Walcott Speaks On Thierry Henry


26th October 2007
TH 14 has his shadow cast along the Emirates Stadium as mentions of his skills and style continue. FC Barcelona star striker, Thierry Henry has had his name etched in the memories of everything and everyone associated with Arsenal FC. The brilliant Fre… more »
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Champions League Match Day 3: Winners And Losers


25th October 2007
Who deserves praise and who deserves a smackdown in the Champions League this week? It was another interesting week in the UEFA Champions League as the championship entered its third day, producing the usual fireworks that come with it. Many ups and dow… more »

Puyol Hopes Almeria Will Play Like Glasgow Rangers


24th October 2007
Along with Messi and Henry, other Barcelona players made their post-match comments and shared their opinions with the press. Captain Carles Puyol went further to welcome Almeria to play defensively like Rangers did, believing that Barca will make teams… more »
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Coach Frank Rijkaard Regrets Rangers Match


24th October 2007
Other than just Rangers' negative football, Rijkaard has other worries. The Dutchman expressed sadness not only at the game Rangers played, but at the fact the Barca didn't score as was clearly deserved. Rijkaard however saw an improved Barcelona squad… more »
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Thierry Henry Consoles FC Barcelona Teammates


24th October 2007
French legend Thierry Henry is all positive about the outcome of events against Rangers. Thierry Henry has looked on the bright side of things after Barca secured a scoreless draw against Glasgow Rangers in the third match of the Uefa champions league.… more »
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FC Barcelona's Messi Rubbishes Rangers 5-4-1 Formation


24th October 2007
Messi is greatly disappointed with Rangers' anti-postive football display. Barca's Argentine wonder kid, Lionel Messi has slammed Glasgow Rangers for playing an unnecessarily cautious brand of football against the Catalan giants when the two met at Ibr… more »

Video Highlights, Champions League: Glasgow Rangers - FC Barcelona 0-0


24th October 2007
Watch the highlights from the Rangers - FC Barcelona Champions League cracker at Ibrox. Video Highlights: Tuesday 23/10/2007 20:45hrs (GMT +1), Champions League Match Day 3 GLASGOW RANGERS - FC BARCELONA 0-0 Stadium: Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow Capacity… more »
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Match Report, Champions League: Glasgow Rangers - FC Barcelona 0-0


23rd October 2007
FC Barcelona maintain leadership of Group E after scoreless draw. Match Report: Tuesday 23/10/2007 20:45hrs (GMT +1), Champions League Match Day 3 GLASGOW RANGERS - FC BARCELONA 0-0 Stadium: Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow Capacity: 51,082 Referee: Konrad P… more »
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FC Barcelona Coach Rijkaard's Pre-Match Comments


23rd October 2007
Frank Rijkaard knows a lot is at stake and against Barca tonight at Ibrox. The Dutchman remains positive. Despite injuries, fatigue and yet another away tie, Frank Rijkaard believes FC Barcelona will not lose tonight against Rangers in Scotland. Read th… more »

Match Preview, Champions League: Glasgow Rangers - FC Barcelona


23rd October 2007
A test of skill and strength as battle for the leadership of Group E takes centre stage. Match Preview: Tuesday 23/10/2007 20:45 (GMT +1), Champions League, Match Day 3 GLASGOW RANGERS - FC BARCELONA Stadium: Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow Capacity : Referee:… more »

Blow For Rangers As Two Key Players Are Ruled Out


23rd October 2007
First set-back for Glasgow Rangers ahead of Ibrox battle with Barcelona showdown. Rangers boss Walter Smith has ruled Jean-Claude Darcheville and Brahim Hemdani out of his plans for tomorrow's Champions League clash with Barcelona. French striker Darche… more »
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FC Barcelona's Iniesta Forsees A Rugged Match


23rd October 2007
Barca's midfield creativo, Andres Iniesta is bracing up for tough times in Scotland. FC Barcelona's Andres Iniesta has admitted that the Champions League match against Rangers will be a tough one for the Blaugrana, and says that Barca must play with int… more »
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Rangers' Players Continue Verbal Attack On FC Barcelona


23rd October 2007
Carlos Cuellar takes his turn at Barca-bashing ahead of the Rangers - FC Barcelona showdown. Rangers defender Carlos Cuellar has warned FC Barcelona that they will receive the worst nightmare of their lives when the Champions League kicks off tonight at… more »

Rangers Ferguson: Barcelona Will Have No Excuse


23rd October 2007
Rangers' Fegurson breathes fire ahead of champions league clash with FC Barcelona. Rangers captain Barry Ferguson has warned that FC Barcelona will have only themselves to blame if they should lose tonight's match at Ibrox, Glasgow. The Rangers player s… more »
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Champions League: Txiki Expects Tough Match Against Rangers


23rd October 2007
FC Barcelona's sport director, Txiki Begiristain doesn't believe the match against Glasgow Rangers will be an easy one. The Barca official expressed certainty of meeting a well prepared and fit Rangers squad in Glasgow when the Blaugrana visit Scotland… more »

France Football World Player of The Year List Published


21st October 2007
50 Players have been shortlisted for the 2007 France Football Player of the Year Award, with FC Barcelona and AC Milan topping with six players each.. FC Barcelona tops with the most number of players on the list of France Football's top 50 players of… more »

Video Highlights, La Liga: Villarreal - FC Barcelona 3 - 1 ( 3 - 1 )


21st October 2007
Watch all the four goals scored in the La Liga match day 8 encounter between Villarreal and FC Barcelona, including Bojan Krkic's history making goal. Video Highlights: Saturday 20/10/2007 20:00 hrs (GMT +1), La Liga Match Day 8 VILLARREAL - FC BARCELO… more »

La Liga: Frank Rijkaard Speaks On Bojan Krkic


21st October 2007
Praises pour in for talented Bojan Krkic after scoring his first official goal for FC Barcelona. FC Barcelona's coach Frank Rijkaard has never hidden his admiration for Bojan Krkic. The coach sees Bojan as integral to the future of Barca and did not fai… more »

FC Barcelona Players Post-Match Comments


21st October 2007
Barca players speak after the first loss of the season. Bojan Krkic was the highest point of the night for FC Barcelona as the 17 year old entered his name yet again into the record books by becoming the youngest player to ever score a goal for the Blau… more »
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FC Barcelona Coach Frank Rijkaard's Post-Match Comments


21st October 2007
Rijkaard highlights the effect of a week-long empty camp, though emphasizing that a better result could have been achieved. FC Barcelona’s coach Frank Rijkaard was not a happy man, moreso as the Dutchman would have been more precise in apportioning sel… more »
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Match Report, La Liga: Villarreal - FC Barcelona 3 - 1 ( 3 - 1 )


21st October 2007
After a host of international matches involving their players, tired Barcelona fall to fresh Villarreal squad. Match Report: Saturday 20/10/2007 20:00 hrs (GMT +1), La Liga Match Day 8 VILLARREAL - FC BARCELONA Stadium: Estadio El Madrigal, Spain C… more »

FC Barcelona Coach Rijkaard's Pre-Match Comments


20th October 2007
Villarreal in for a tough time as Spanish Primera continues. As La liga action resumes today, Barca helmsman Frank Rijkaard is poised for more success and results from where Barca left off before the break. The match against Villarreal is next on the ca… more »
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La Liga: Ronaldinho Out Of Villarreal Match


19th October 2007
Over laboured Ronaldinho to stay out of Villarreal encounter. Coach Frank Rijkaard has decided to rest Ronaldinho and exclude the Brazilian star in the weekend La liga match against Villarreal. The Brazilian superstar was due to return to Camp Nou by 11… more »

FC Barcelona's Samuel Eto'o Tips Bojan For Glory


19th October 2007
Samuel Eto'o has developed a dream attacking pair in Lionel Messi and Bojan Krkic. FC Barcelona’s strike king, Samuel Eto’o is mesmerized with the awesome skills and talents of goal-machine, Bojan Krkic as the young teenager inches his way deeper into t… more »

Copa Del Rey Action Begins For FC Barcelona


18th October 2007
Barca targets the Spanish Cup. The Blaugrana have an opportunity to start strong in November. FC Barcelona will meet CD Alcoyano in the round of 32 of the Spanish Cup. The first leg will be played on 13th November or 19th December, and the return leg on… more »

Video Highlights: Ronaldinho And Kaka In Action For 5-0 Ecuador Thrashing


18th October 2007
Watch Ronaldinho and Kaka produce magic to inspire Samba Boys to world cup qualifiers victory. FC Barcelona's giant, Ronaldinho gets back his number 10 shirt as the dynamo tears Ecuador apart in Brazil's 5-0 demolition of Ecuador during the FIFA 2010 wo… more »
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Thierry Henry Speaks After Record Breaking Goal


18th October 2007
It's all joy for Barca's record breaking French goal machine. FC Barcelona's French international striker, Thierry Henry spoke after setting a new international record in French football as the highest all-time scorer to have ever played for France sinc… more »

Euro 2008 Video: Watch Thierry Henry's Record Breaking Goal


18th October 2007
Thierry Henry's record breaking goal against Lithuania and goal number 43. Watch Thierry Henry score his two goals against Lithuania - goals that set him apart from the rest by writing his name in the record books of international football: more »

FC Barcelona's Thierry Henry Breaks Platini's Record


17th October 2007
FC Barcelona's goal god, Thierry Henry has smahsed Michel Platini's goals record. As expected, Thierry Henry scored in the match against Lithuania to exceed the 41 goals scored by French legend, Michel Platini. Henry made it 42 goals with his 80th minut… more »
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FC Barcelona: Gudjohnsen And Ezquerro In The Balance


17th October 2007
Txiki puzzled over the fate of Barca's attackers, Gudjohnsen and Ezquerro. With a rise of the teenage stars namely Bojan Krkic and Giovani dos Santos as well as the consistent form of first choice strikers like Lionel Messi and Thierry Henry, not forget… more »

Game Over As AC Milan Ends Hunt For Ronaldinho


17th October 2007
It's time up for AC Milan's officials as the Get Ronnie saga draws to a close - hopefully ! AC Milan's president, Silvio Berlusconi is no longer setting his mind on getting FC Barcelona's Ronaldinho. The Italian boss is prepared to be patient and wait f… more »
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World Cup: Milito And Messi Make it Two For Argentina


17th October 2007
Barca stars hand Argentina second world cup victory in two qualiying matches. FC Barcelona's duo of Gabriel Milito and Lionel Messi each struck in the first half to give Argentina a 2-0 victory over hosts Venezuela in the South American world cup qualif… more »

Exclusive Interview With FC Barcelona's Oleguer Presas


17th October 2007
Barca's hardworking defender is eager to maintain his discplined match schedule and workload. Oleguer was the most used player during FC Barcelona's pre-season tour, playing the highest number of games and spending the most time on the pitch more than a… more »
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Euro Qualifier Video: Watch Bojan's Goal Against Poland


16th October 2007
FC Barcelona's starlet scores a brilliant late minute goal to increase his goal haul for Spain. Watch Bojan Krkic set up his teammate, get the ball back and slam it into the Polish net in true Barca style: more »

FC Barcelona Makes Statement On Arsenal's Fabregas


16th October 2007
FC Barcelona's technical secretary breaks the silence on Cesc Fabregas' rumours. Txiki Begiristain has spoken on the issue at the moment, in which many reports have linked ex-Barca youth star, Cesc Fabregas to a potential move to Spain, most notably FC… more »
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Thierry Henry Prepares To Break Platini's Record


16th October 2007
Barca goal merchant is about to write his name further in the history books. After making his debut in France in 1997, Thierry Henry ahs not looked back in terms of delivery quality performance for his home side. The patriotic French man achieved a land… more »
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Giovani Staves Off Nigeria As Ronaldinho Inspires Brazil


16th October 2007
FC Barcelona players in crucial roles for their respective countries. A penalty resulting from a foul on Giovani dos Santos was well converted by Cacho to give Mexico a 2-2 draw with Nigeria. The FC Barcelona starlet featured for all of the 90 minutes o… more »

Euro Qualifiers: Bojan's Goal Sinks Poland


16th October 2007
Goal machine Bojan Krkic scores the winning goal for the Spanish national team in injury time against Poland. The young and agile striker was scooped up from Camp Nou to feature in another international match for Spain, and Bojan did not disappoint. As… more »

Thierry Henry: Leaving Arsenal Was Good For Both Me and The Club


14th October 2007
Titi says parting ways with Arsenal was a carefully though over decision which is now beneficial to both parties. FC Barcelona striker Thierry Henry agrees that his coming to Barca was the best thing for both he and his old club Arsenal FC. The French m… more »
14th October 2007
Youthful and creative Iniesta is happy with his squad's weekend performance. Impressive Andres Iniesta, who has been in great form for both his club FC Barcelona and his country Spain, is delighted after helping Spain upstage hosts Denmark 3-1 in the EU… more »
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Bronzetti Campaigns For Ronaldinho To Chelsea


14th October 2007
Top agent, Ernesto Bronzetti is eager to see the transfer market alive well ahead of next summer. Players like Ronaldinho don't move in January as they are already cup-tied. Were this not to be the case, classy soccer agent Ernesto Bronzetti would have… more »

France: Thierry Henry Equals Platini's Goal Record


14th October 2007
Barcelona's goal merchant lives it up for France. After scoring against The Faroe Islands in the EURO 2008 qualifiers, FC Barcelona star Thierry Henry has equalled the 41 goal record for France in international matches, equalling Michel Platini's goalsc… more »

Real Madrid Eager To Sign Giovani Dos Santos


14th October 2007
Real Madrid's Ramon Calderon and company are pulling strings behind the contract negotiation curtain. Real Madrid have once again surfaced on the contract talks between Giovani dos Santos and FC Barcelona, as the Madrid side are reportedly putting unsee… more »

FC Barcelona's Eto'o Suggests Insurance Policy


14th October 2007
Solutions and suggestions mount as resolution to club vs country crisis lingers. FC Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o has suggested an insurance policy to cover injured players while on international duty might b the ideal solution to the lingering discont… more »

FC Barcelona: Injured Players Making Quick Recovery


14th October 2007
Good news comes as all the injured FC Barcelona players make faster than expected progress. Zambrotta is recovering fastest as the Italian inspires Toure Yaya and the rest toward speedy recovery: FC Barcelona: Injured Players Making Quick Recovery. more »

Exclusive Interview With Eric Abidal


14th October 2007
Transfer success, Eric Abidal bares his mind. FC Barcelona's new signing Abidal has left Lyon to continue with his spectacular football at Barca. The French international has been the toast of Barca fans since his very first match. Now, Abidal speaks on… more »
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Fran Merida To Appeal Against 3.5 Million Euro Fine


12th October 2007
Startled runaway star Merida hits back. Fran Merida plans to appeal a ruling by the Spanish courts which has mandated the Arsenal player to pay 3.5 Million Euros to FC Barcelona for what amounted to breach of contract in certain terms, after the teenage… more »

Fabregas' Agent Speaks On Spanish Transfer Rumours


12th October 2007
More news tumbles out about the future of Cesc Fabregas. In light of the recent media wave generated by sports daily, Marca, Cesc Fabregas' agent has spoken to the Spanish media about reports speculating the career destination of the Arsenal star. In an… more »

Bojan Krkic Irresistable To Spanish National Team


12th October 2007
The young and talented goal machine, Bojan, has been called for yet another Spanish National Team duty. Fresh from winning Silver for Spain in the just ended FIFA U-17 World Cup in Korea, FC Barcelona starlet, Bojan Krkic has been called for higher nati… more »
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Ronaldinho Hits100 Call-Ups For Brazil


12th October 2007
FC Barcelona meastro achieves international landmark. When Ronaldinho files out against Colombia in Bogota for the 2010 World Cup qualifiers for Brazil, the FC Barcelona star would have completed honouring his 100th call up for his country. Ronaldinho w… more »

Fabregas Still Misses Thierry Henry At Arsenal FC


12th October 2007
Fabregas is strong and relies on his fired-up squad to see themselves through. Cesc Fabregas has maintained that Arsenal FC greatly miss their legend, Thierry Henry, but admits that life must go on without the FC Barcelona striker. Youthful Fabregas is… more »

Arsenal's Cesc Fabregas Not Going To FC Barcelona


12th October 2007
Marca continues their controversial crystal ball gazing and guess work. Spanish sports daily, Marca has claimed former FC Barcelona youth star Francesc Fabregas is being hunted by Barca for a return to Camp Nou. The paper, which had earlier claimed that… more »

Arsenal To Pay FC Barcelona 3.5 Million Euros Over Fran Merida


12th October 2007
Merida's case finally settled after heated debate. An independent tribunal in Spain ruled that FC Barcelona will be paid a 3.5 Million Euro compensation for the swoop on Fran Merida by Arsenal FC. Merida had signed a pre-contract agreement with them whe… more »

Thierry Henry To Return To Arsenal For Farewell


11th October 2007
Mending old fences will be a priority for Titi this winter. Former Arsenal star, Thierry Henry is planning to make a proper farewell to the Gunners and to his former teammates and Manager, when the winter break comes up in December this year. The French… more »

Valdes: Samuel Eto'o is Eager To Return


11th October 2007
Safe hands Victor Valdes reveals the burning desire of Eto'o to come back in full force. After staying out for weeks with injury, Barca's star striker, Samuel Eto'o is itching to continue destrucion of Blaugrana adversaries. Victor Valdes, who has pulle… more »
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FIFA Golden Ball: FC Barcelona Have Most Nominees


11th October 2007
Barcelona players come out tops among the world's best. With seven players nominated on the shortlist for the 2007 FIFA World Player of the Year with the winner being announced at a ceremony on December 17, FC Barcelona are the team with the most number… more »

Dangerous Deco Revels In Newfound Form


11th October 2007
After a stiff last season, Deco bounces back into full action. A surge in form by Portuguese international Deco has made the Barca star the latest nightmare for opponents of the Blaugrana. An analysis of Deco's game, his goal and his new role in pushing… more »

Villarreal's Pires Excited To Play Thierry Henry


11th October 2007
Former Arsenal teammates set to clash in La Liga match day 9. Robert Pires and Thierry Henry were kings in Arsenal FC sometime back. The two Frenchmen dictated the pace in North London, trampling on opponents with their display of great football skill a… more »
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FC Barcelona's Laporta Continues Campaign


11th October 2007
More pressure from the administrative helmsman in Camp Nou. Barca's president Joan Laporta continues his campaign for better conditions and relationship between clubs and national teams. Read about Laporta's latest efforts while attending the FIFA Strat… more »
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Deco: Messi Is Golden Ball Winner


10th October 2007
Deco votes Lionel Messi as world player of the year. FC Barcelona's engine room, Deco Anderson has not made any pretences about his team mate, Lionel Messi being his preferred candidate for the world Player of The Year Award. Deco believes players like… more »
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Thierry Henry Speaks On Barca, Ribery And Lehman


10th October 2007
After Barca defeated German side Stuttgart in Germany, news about the Catalan giants have been hot cake in Germany. Various Barca players have been interviewed, as the German press seek their views on other German clubs, players in the German league and… more »

Johan Cruyff Satisfied With FC Barcelona Players


10th October 2007
Happy Johan Cruyff rejoices over Barca revival. Johan Cruyff was full of praises for the new-look FC Barcelona squad, saying they were a deadly bunch right now which opponents should be careful with. The Barca legend and Dutch maestro also took out magi… more »
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Zambrotta Bars Clubs From Seeking Ronaldinho In FC Barcelona


10th October 2007
Zambrotta remains adamant about any moves to swoop on team mate Ronaldinho. Injured Gianluca Zambrotta has spoken from his virtual sick-bed to defend his beloved teammate, Ronaldinho. The Italian defender spoke with assurance on the immense talents of R… more »
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The Daily Mail Swoops On Rijkaard For Chelsea FC


10th October 2007
Imagination rules the heart as English tabloid pops up with more Barca to England rumours. The English newspaper cites expert sources in Holland, who claim that Rijkaard is on the way out of Barcelona at the end of this current campaign, at which point… more »

Video Highlights, La Liga: FC Barcelona - Atletico de Madrid 3-0 ( 2-0 )


08th October 2007
Watch the Blaugrana destroy Atletico Madrid as they Catalans ease to a 3-0 win. Video Highlights: Sunday 07/10/2007 17:00 hrs (GMT +1), La Liga Match Day 7 FC BARCELONA - ATLETICO DE MADRID Stadium: Camp Nou, Barcelona Capacity: 98,772 Referee: Eduar… more »
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FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta's Post-Match Comments


08th October 2007
Joan Laporta praises the Blaugrana while urging more caution during international matches. FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has sustained the rising in confidence in Camp Nou after the Catalan giants roared to their sixth consecutive victory in six m… more »

FC Barcelona Coach Frank Rijkaard's Post-Match Comments


08th October 2007
An inspired Rijkaard speaks in the post-match press conference after Atletico victory. Frank Rijkaard was elated with the victory against Atletico Madrid, and even went further to boast about Barca's ability to step up their performance even though the… more »

Match Report, La Liga: FC Barcelona - Atletico de Madrid 3-0 ( 2-0 )


07th October 2007
Messi upstages Aguero in yet another 3-0 victory for FC Barcelona. Match Report: Sunday 07/10/2007 17:00 hrs (GMT +1), La Liga Match Day 7 FC BARCELONA - ATLETICO DE MADRID Stadium: Camp Nou, Barcelona Capacity: 98,772 Referee: Eduardo Iturralde Gonz… more »

FC Barcelona Coach Frank Rijkaard's Pre-Match Comments


07th October 2007
Home matches are no problem for Barca as Frank Rijkaard makes Atletico understand. FC Barcelona's coach Frank Rijkaard is sure of victory today against Atletico Madrid, who have been trying to scare Barca with the likes of joint top scorer Aguero and a… more »

For Giovani Dos Santos, It's Barcelona Forever


07th October 2007
Dos Santos makes himself a no-go area for all teams. Gifted Giovani dos Santos has put to rest all the lingering rumours surrounding his future at Camp Nou and the links which have constantly surfaced from the English media about potential transfers to… more »
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Giovani Alarmed With FC Barcelona Injuries


07th October 2007
Injury crisis among super stars at Barca startles young Giovani. Mexican starlet Giovani dos Santos is spending his fifth year at FC Barcelona, with this being his first year as a full fledged member of the senior team at Camp Nou. The 18 year old kid w… more »

Samuel Eto'o and Toure Yaya Gain EU Status Under New Ruling


07th October 2007
Non-EU players set to phase out of Barca as Eto'o and Toure Yaya are exempted. More non-EU spaces at Barca are set to become free, as Samuel Eto'o and Toure Yaya are two of eight Liga footballers to gain European Union (EU) player status, according to a… more »
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Seating Arrangements: FC Barcelona - Atletico Madrid


07th October 2007
High number of ticket demand makes way for better seating arrangement. As you come to Camp Nou to watch the match between FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid today at 5 o'clock, please note the seating arrangements and availability of seating at the stadiu… more »

FC Barcelona's Laporta Boosts Team Spirit


07th October 2007
Assurance grows as performance is enhanced. FC Barcelona's president Joan Laporta is sure that Barca will still arrive at its targetted destination by the time this season ends. The president rests his confidence on recent developments in the team playe… more »
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Saviola Expresses Confidence In Ronaldinho


07th October 2007
Ex-Barca star believes Ronaldinho's immense talents will always see him through. Former FC Barcelona whizkid, Javier Saviola does not lose sleep over the turmoil his good friend Ronaldinho is undergoing. This is because the Argentine striker has complet… more »
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FC Barcelona Takes Official Photo For 2007/08 Season


06th October 2007
New stars like Bojan and Giovani herald the new FC Barcelona squad. The Catalan giants snapped their official team file photo for the 2007/08 season, with all the players complete. See the beautiful pictures the stars took both in their offical Blaugran… more »
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FC Barcelona and Kaka Shine At FIFPro Awards


06th October 2007
Brazilian star Kaka and European giants FC Barcelona gain spotlight at world awards. Fédération International de Footballeurs Professionels (FIFPro) have announced the results after their 57,500 members voted for their favourites from the 2006-07 season… more »
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Lionel Messi Speaks On Aguero and Atletico Madrid


06th October 2007
Messi magic set to unsteady Aguero and Atletico. FC Barcelona's top scorer in the La Liga, Lionel Messi will come face to face with the joint top scorer in the Spanish Primera, Aguero of Atletico Madrid on Sunday when their teams clash in the Liga at Ca… more »
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Xavi Breaks International Record At FC Barcelona


04th October 2007
More records tumble as Barca's super stars step up their game. Just as Lionel Messi was breaking the goals record against Stuttgart, team mate Xavi Hernandez was also setting a new record in the same match. After the Champions League encounter against V… more »

Puyol In For Atletico, Marquez Out For Four Weeks


04th October 2007
It was good news and bad news for FC Barcelona as Puyol was secured while Marquez was sidelined. The injury fears on Mexican star Marquez has now been confirmed, after tests revealed that Rafael Márquez will be out of action for around four weeks after… more »
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FC Barcelona's Lionel Messi Breaks Goals Record


04th October 2007
Argentine wonder in the news again as his goal scoring form becomes an issue. In-form Lionel Messi has surpassed his own goal scoring record, having scored 7 goals in the past five matches for Barca, a feat that has made him the joint top scorer in the… more »
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Video Highlights, Champions League: VfB Stuttgart - FC Barcelona 0-2 ( 0-0 )


03rd October 2007
Video Highlights: Tuesday 2/10/2007 20:45hrs (GMT +1), Champions League Match Day 2 VfB STUTTGART - FC BARCELONA 0-2 (0-0) Stadium:Gottlieb-Diamler-Stadion, Stuttgart Capacity:53,200 Referee:Martin Hansson (SWE) Goals: 0-1 Puyol ( 53' ) 0-2 Me… more »

Thierry Henry: It wasn't An Easy Match


03rd October 2007
Hattrick hero against Zaragoza, Thierry Henry hails both Barca and Stuttgart. Speaking after some great display against Stuttgart in the Champions League, French star Thierry Henry commended both his team Barca and their host, VfB Stuttgart for a sterli… more »
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FC Barcelona Coach Frank Rijkaard's Post-Match Comments


03rd October 2007
In his post-match comments, Frank Rijkaard exhibits three different moods. FC Barcelona's coach Frank Rijkaard was both joyful, sad and aware of the situation facing the super squad. Rijkaard's source of sadness was the injury crisis in Barca, which ha… more »

Match Report, Champions League: VfB Stuttgart - FC Barcelona 0-2 ( 0-0 )


02nd October 2007
FC Barcelona maintain winning streak in Germany. Match Report: Tuesday 2/10/2007 20:45hrs (GMT +1), Champions League Match Day 2 VfB STUTTGART - FC BARCELONA 0-2 (0-0) Stadium:Gottlieb-Diamler-Stadion, Stuttgart Capacity:53,200 Referee:Martin H… more »

Match Preview, Champions League: VfB Stuttgart - FC Barcelona


02nd October 2007
Group E battle continues as FC Barcelona and Glasgow Rangers fight for who tops the group. Match Preview: Tuesday 2/10/2007 20:45 (GMT +1), Champions League, Match Day 2 VfB STUTTGART - FC BARCELONA Stadium:Gottlieb-Daimler, Stuttgart Capacity : Refe… more »

FC Barcelona Coach Rijkaard's Pre-Match Comments


02nd October 2007
Frank Rijkaard expresses confidence and hope in a well-performing Blaugrana. The Dutchman is happy with recent results and believes this will continue tonight against Stuttgart, while not under rating his opponents. Injuries are a stumbling block for Ba… more »