For a time, Krakus Polish Ham was one of the leading sponsors of the Chicago Fire Football Club. This little fact says so much about the demographics of both the supporter base and the city itself. Robert Lewandowski, the most iconic Polish footballer of this generation, is coming to Chicago, the city with the highest numbers of Poles out outside of Poland. He's going to fit in … [Read more...] about Robert Lewandowski Finds Next Club After Barcelona Exit, Joins Chicago Fire FC
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Barcelona Transfer Talk: Robert Lewandowski, Julian Alvarez
It's a good old-fashioned summer transfer window domino effect going on with the FC Barcelona forward position group. Robert Lewandowski is gone now, as a free agent, and we're awaiting his next destination. Julian Alvarez is targeted as a potential replacement for Lewandowski, but that is "complicated" to say the least. Atletico Madrid, apparently, will not let the 26-year-old … [Read more...] about Barcelona Transfer Talk: Robert Lewandowski, Julian Alvarez
Barcelona Team News vs Real Betis: Andreas Christensen, Raphinha
It's the final home game for FC Barcelona, who host Real Betis in a match that is basically dead rubber for both sides. Barcelona have already celebrated their La Liga title and Real Betis have clinched a Champions League berth for next season. So everything is wrapped up, in a nice little package, for both teams in the bigger picture. The only real things to watch here are on … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Real Betis: Andreas Christensen, Raphinha
Barcelona Team News at Alaves: Raphinha, Andreas Christensen
Congratulations to the Catalan club, as FC Barcelona are now La Liga champions. The Blaugranes beat their arch-rivals, Real Madrid, at home last night to claim the league title. It was glorious for everyone on their touchline, but even more special for Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford, who scored the match and league clinching goal. There are still, however, three more … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News at Alaves: Raphinha, Andreas Christensen
Barcelona vs Real Madrid Team News: Christensen, Mbappe, Valverde, Tchouameni
There are no certainly no shortage of storylines as we head into the second and final El Clasico of the season. Where do we even begin? How about the fight at Real Madrid training, earlier today, between teammates Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni? It resulted in Valverde needing to be taken to a hospital, and receiving stitches, according to ESPN. Or what about the … [Read more...] about Barcelona vs Real Madrid Team News: Christensen, Mbappe, Valverde, Tchouameni
Barcelona Team News at Osasuna: Raphinha, Marc Bernal, Andreas Christensen, Jules Kounde
Wednesday's training session brought a big boost for FC Barcelona, as forward Raphinha, defensive midfielder Marc Bernal and central defender Andreas Christensen all took part in the session. While they all trained (at least partially) with the rest of the squad, it doesn't mean that all three are fully match fit, and set to feature at Osasuna on Saturday. Bernal is the most … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News at Osasuna: Raphinha, Marc Bernal, Andreas Christensen, Jules Kounde
Barcelona Team News at Getafe: Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Eric Garcia, Joao Cancelo
The bad news for Lamine Yamal, his season with FC Barcelona is done, due to a hamstring injury. The good news for Lamine Yamal, he's expected to make a full recovery in time to play for Spain in this summer's World Cup. "This injury leaves me off the pitch at the moment I most wanted to be there, and it hurts more than I can explain," Yamal posted on Instragram today, in … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News at Getafe: Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Eric Garcia, Joao Cancelo
Barcelona Team News vs Celta Vigo: Marc Bernal, Fermin Lopez
There was some huge news on the FC Barcelona fitness front yesterday, as midfielder/wimger Fermín Lopez returned to training. He had to do so wearing a protective mask on his face, after having suffered a blow in the Champions League loss last week. Fermin Lopez should be available in the some capacity against Celta Vigo on Wednesday night. The news is different regarding Marc … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Celta Vigo: Marc Bernal, Fermin Lopez
Barcelona at Atletico Madrid Team News: Marc Bernal, Gerard Martin, Jan Oblak, Marc Pubill
FC Barcelona face a major obstacle on Tuesday night, when they try to overturn a UEFA Champions League tie in which they trail 0-2 to Atletico Madid. Atletico have become a familiar foe to be sure, as Barcelona will face them for the third time already this month. It will also be the fourth meeting since March 7. So Barca supporters have to be getting pretty sick of them right … [Read more...] about Barcelona at Atletico Madrid Team News: Marc Bernal, Gerard Martin, Jan Oblak, Marc Pubill
Barcelona Team News vs Espanyol: Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Marc Bernal
It is good news, bad news, when it comes to the FC Barcelona injury/fitness situation, on this Catalan Derby Eve. Frenkie de Jong could return to action tomorrow at the Camp Nou, having recovered from a longer-term hamstring injury. While it will be great to get De Jong back, there is some bad hamstring related news to share. Pedri is having some issues with that part of the … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Espanyol: Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Marc Bernal