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Valverde said his team’s priority is to win La Liga, rather than the Champions League, in which they face Manchester United in the first leg of the quarter-finals on April 10. (Photo: AP)

'Out of nine if we win six we will be champions', states Valverde

The Catalans are 10 points clear of second place Atletico Madrid, whom they host on Saturday.

02 Apr 2019 2:44 PM

Pope Francis is known to be a football fan, and he is also a club member of Buenos Aires side San Lorenzo. (Photo: AFP/AP)

Messi's god on the pitch but he's not God: Pope Francis on fans worshipping Messi

Interviewed by Spanish TV channel La Sexta on Sunday, the pope praised his Argentine compatriot Messi, but said he must not be called God.

02 Apr 2019 2:37 PM

With second-placed Atletico Madrid travelling to Alaves later in the day, the champions took advantage of the chance to extend their lead. (Photo: AP)

La Liga: Messi's brace gives Barca 2-0 win vs Espanyol on derby day

Lionel Messi scored twice to send Barcelona 13 points clear at the top of La Liga on Saturday.

31 Mar 2019 12:50 PM

The competition began three months back and more than 500,000 votes were casted had 63 entries. (Photo: File)

Messi receives 'Best goal ever' trophy

The final stage of the competition began on 20 March and four goals made it through which had three goals by Messi and one by Sergi Roberto.

29 Mar 2019 2:01 PM

The Argentine put Barca further at ease with another strike at the end of the first half, finishing off a backheeled pass from Luis Suarez as the two South American forwards carved their way through Betis’s defence. (Photo: AP)

La Liga: Messi scores treble as Barcelona torments Real Betis 4-1

Messi got Barca off to an ideal start by drilling a free kick into the top corner of the net in the 18th minute.

18 Mar 2019 3:58 PM

Deco was born in Brazil but moved to Portugal early in his career, obtained citizenship and made 75 appearances for his adopted country, playing at two World Cups. (Photo: Twitter)

Deco alerts defenders to be wary of VAR

The new video technology has already sparked debate during its first month of use in the Champions League.

13 Mar 2019 2:32 PM

Barcelona came from behind to beat Rayo Vallecano, ahead of their crunch Champions League second leg against Lyon. (Photo: AP)

Messi, Suarez inspires Barca to 3-1 comeback victory over Real Vallecano

There was always a risk that La Liga's top two might be distracted, given Barcelona's last 16-tie with Lyon hangs is evenly poised.

10 Mar 2019 2:52 PM

Argentina play Venezuela in Madrid on March 22 and then travel to Tangier four days later to tackle hosts Morocco. (Photo: AP)

Lionel Messi back in Argentina squad for first time since FIFA World Cup 2018

Messi hasn't pulled on the light blue and white national team jersey since Argentina were dumped out of the World Cup last June by France.

08 Mar 2019 2:25 PM

He has even come in for praise from the sections of the press that are usually hostile towards Barca. (Photo: AP)

Pique the key to Barca's impenetrable defence

The 32-year-old has been at the forefront of this new found passion for defending.

07 Mar 2019 5:30 PM

Solskjaer, who scored an injury-time winner in the final to cap a late comeback for United in 1999, oversaw more late drama 20 years later. (Photo: AFP)

United overturns PSG's 2-0 lead to advance to the next round on away goals rule

It was the first time in Champions League history that a team lost the first leg at home by a two-goal margin and still went through.

07 Mar 2019 10:08 AM

The four defeats include a defeat versus Girona, two defeats against Barcelona and a loss against Ajax- which forced them to crash out of all tournaments within a week. (Photo: AP)

Fans gather outside Bernabeu, asks for Florentino Perez’ resignation

The huge uproar came after Ajax sent the 13 times UEFA Champion League (UCL) winner packing.

06 Mar 2019 3:43 PM

Alves suffered a serious knee injury playing for Paris Saint-Germain in last season's French Cup final, barely a month before the World Cup in Russia. (Photo: File)

‘When my head is not in it anymore, it will be the time to stop’: Alves on 2022 WC

His contract expires at the end of this season, but he and his partner, a model, enjoy life in Paris.

05 Mar 2019 7:24 PM

Ten Hag said he expects three-time defending champion Madrid to be extra motivated as the Champions League presents its only realistic chance of winning a title this season. (Photo: Twitter)

Ajax aims to exploit Real Madrid's defence after Ramos' suspension

Ramos, the Real Madrid captain, is suspended from Tuesday's match because of an accumulation of yellow cards.

05 Mar 2019 5:11 PM

After the disputable victory over Ajax during the first leg of Champions League match, the Bernabeu side once again has to play against the Dutch club in the second leg on Wednesday. (Photo: AFP)

'The departure of Cristiano Ronaldo is clearly impacting the team': Redondo

The changing period will be tough, especially CR7 was someone who assured effectiveness is no longer with the club: Fernando Redondo.

05 Mar 2019 3:39 PM

In his first campaign at PSG last season, they were knocked out at round 16 stage by Real Madrid. (Photo: AP)

'We put the egos to one side': Dani Alves on PSG's Champions League conquest

In a glittering career, Alves has won the Champions League three times with Barcelona and reached another final with Juventus.

05 Mar 2019 12:23 PM

For Solari, that is a high bar set, and a reminder perhaps of why Madrid found so few elite coaches eager to follow Zidane last summer. (Photo: Twitter)

Tough time for Solari as Madrid hopes lies on champions league again

Solari was handed a contract until 2021 appointed only five months ago might not last the season if Ajax beats madrid reaches the quarters.

04 Mar 2019 1:35 PM

The reigning champions beat third-placed Real Madrid 1-0 on Saturday. (Photo: AP)

Morata's double strike keeps Atletico's title hunt alive

The Spain international striker scored twice in three first-half minutes as Atletico cut the gap to leaders Barcelona back to 7 points.

04 Mar 2019 11:45 AM

German players at practice in Kochi. (Photo: Sunoj Ninan Mathew)

Fifa U-17 World Cup: Germany look to regain pride

The Asians shown flashes of brilliancy against Brazil and Niger and have speedy forwards.

13 Oct 2017 12:11 AM

Barcelona have also withheld a 26 million euro bonus due to Neymar for signing the renewal to his contract last year. (Photo: AFP)

Paris Saint Germain's Neymar to be sued by FC Barcelona?

Barcelona urged PSG to pay the amount they are seeking if Neymar isn't able to meet their demands.

22 Aug 2017 9:28 PM

FC Barcelona players, across all levels, will don the black armbands, in their respective matches this weekend. (Photo: AP)

FC Barcelona to hoist flag at half mast to mourn death of terror attack victims

ISIS claimed responsibility for the attack, which killed 13 people and left more than 100 injured, in Barcelona.

18 Aug 2017 11:58 AM

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