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A new pro-Catalan independence mural in Belfast, Northern Ireland, on Wednesday. (Photo: AP)

What next for Barca in case of Catalan independence?

A Barca spokesperson has said the club would “consult its members” in the hypothetical case independence came to pass.

14 Oct 2017 12:21 AM

Barcelona’s Luis Suarez scores past Girona goalkeeper Gorka Iraizoz in their La Liga match at the Montilivi Stadium in Girona on Saturday. The visitors won 3-0. (Photo: AP)

Barca know no stopping

Ceballos’ brace on full debut in Real’s win over Alaves keeps them seven points behind leaders.

25 Sep 2017 1:35 AM

Barcelona's Lionel Messi kicks the ball during the Spanish La Liga soccer match between FC Barcelona and Eibar at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona. (Photo: AP)

La Liga: Lionel Messi keeps Barcelona ‘perfect’

Sergi Enrich reduced the arrears when he capitalised on some sloppy Barca defending to slot home David Junca’s cross.

21 Sep 2017 3:00 AM

Barca’s decline not only for Neymar’s exit

The signs are ominous and it is not just the departure of Neymar that is causing this decline.

20 Aug 2017 1:05 AM

For three years the ‘MSN’ — Messi, Suarez and Neymar — formed a thrilling front line arguably unrivalled in football history. In 110 matches together, they scored a combined 228 goals. (Photo: AFP)

What next for cash rich but Neymar-less Barcelona?

In Neymar’s departing words: “I made a trio with Messi and Suarez that made history. Conquered everything an athlete can conquer.”

05 Aug 2017 1:56 AM

Neymar is the world's most expensive footballer after sealing a move to PSG from Barcelona. (Photo: AP)

Neymar denies money was motivation for record deal to Paris Saint-Germain

The Brazilian winger said he was motivated by a desire for a new challenge.

04 Aug 2017 7:12 PM

PSG confirmed that Neymar will be officially unveiled in a press conference at their Parc des Princes stadium on Friday at 11.30 am GMT (5 pm IST). (Photo: AP)

From Barca with love: Paris Saint-Germain shell out record Euro 222 mn transfer fee for Neymar

The 25-year-old Brazilian earlier broke his contract with Barcelona by paying a 222 million-euro ($264 million,201 million) buyout clause.

04 Aug 2017 8:58 AM

Neymar was also part of Barcelona's 'MSN' strikeforce, which also features Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. (Photo: AP)

Neymar confirms Barcelona exit with emotional response to Messi's message

Responding to Messi's Instagram post, Neymar 'I'll miss you mate!' message.

03 Aug 2017 12:06 PM

The fee would smash the current record 89.3 million ($111 million, 105.2 million euros) Manchester United paid for Paul Pogba last year.

Barcelona confirm Neymar wants to leave for Paris Saint Germain

Neymar has been given permission to not participate in training after making a brief appearance at Barca's training ground on Wednesday.

02 Aug 2017 5:29 PM

Take a stroll in Barcelona

The best way to explore the Spanish charm is on foot, as you sip a hot chocolate.

22 Jul 2017 1:09 AM

Albert Roca (right) speaks to Marjan Jugovic at a training session.

It’s not about winning, it’s how you win: Albert Roca

A holistic approach towards control. That’s the vibe that comes from Bengaluru FC’s living, breathing, tangible Barcelona connect.

04 Jun 2017 12:15 AM

Carles Puyol (second from right) with school children at the Mission XI Million festival on Wednesday. (Photo: PTI)

Fifa U-17 World Cup: Puyol blown away by passion for Barca

The veteran central defender was touched by some Barcelona fans who used Spanish chants to catch his attention.

18 May 2017 6:13 AM

Real Madrid’s Mateo Kovacic vies for the ball with Deportivo’s Florin Andone on Wednesday. (Photo: AP)

Madrid, Barca demolish opposition

Madrid and Barcelona are locked on 78 points at the top of the table, but Real have a game in hand over their title rivals.

28 Apr 2017 2:58 AM

Lionel Messi's second goal of the night was his 500th for Barcelona and took the Catalans to the top of La Liga. (Photo: AP)

'Best ever' Lionel Messi turns tables on Real Madrid

Lionel Messi struck deep into stoppage time to edge a thrilling El Clasico 3-2.

24 Apr 2017 2:24 PM

Neymar is expected to serve the second of a three-game ban for his red card and subsequent sarcastic applause of the officials in Barca's 2-0 defeat to Malaga a fortnight ago. (Photo: AFP)

Luis Enrique relishing El Clasico with or without Neymar

Barca trail Madrid by 3 points at the top of La Liga and have played a game more than their title rivals.

22 Apr 2017 9:35 PM

Barcelona’s Lionel Messi (left) vies with Real Sociedad’s Asier Illarramendi. (Photo: AP)

Lionel Messi gives Barca a sniff

Argentine is now just two off his 500th Barca goal as he smashed home an effort from 25 yards to open the scoring.

17 Apr 2017 2:25 AM

Paulo Dybala outshone his more famous compatriot Lionel Messi by scoring two goals. (Photo: AP)

Champions League: Pablo Dybala nets two as Juventus beats Barcelona

Juventus beat Barcelona 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal.

12 Apr 2017 8:26 AM

Victory for Madrid moves Real two points clear of Barcelona and with a game in hand still to come. (Photo: AP)

La Liga: Real Madrid prosper from Barcelona hangover

Sergio Ramos struck another late winner as Real Madrid usurped Barcelona at the top of La Liga with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Real Betis.

13 Mar 2017 8:40 AM

Barcelona’s Lionel Messi scores against Celta Vigo in their La Liga match at Camp Nou in Barcelona on Saturday. The hosts won 5-0. (Photo: AP)

Lionel Messi scripts Barcelona win, Real cruise

Finish for Barca’s second was equally as majestic as Messi’s pass was dinked over Sergio Alvarez from close range by Neymar.

06 Mar 2017 6:20 AM

Cristiano Ronaldo struck twice in an incredible finale to salvage a point. (Photo: AP)

Real Madrid draw sends FC Barcelona top

Luis Enrique announced his decision to step down after Barca's 6-1 rout of Sporting Gijon.

02 Mar 2017 10:55 AM

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