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Barcelona legend forced to deny false death rumours

Former Barcelona and France defender Eric Abidal has been forced to release a statement confirming he is "alive and well" after a cruel rumour of his death circulated on social media. The 46-year-old took to Instagram to slam the false reports, which exploited his real-life battle with liver cancer from 2011.

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Barca defender Christensen makes decision on future

Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen has made it clear he wants to extend his stay at Camp Nou beyond the current season. Despite his contract expiring next summer, the Dane rejected lucrative offers from the Premier League, Bundesliga, Saudi Arabia and even La Liga rivals in order to stay in Spain. With Inigo Martinez gone and Hansi Flick reshaping the defence, Christensen sees an open path to reclaim a starting role.

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Yamal is out! Barca confirm absence for Newcastle clash

Lamine Yamal will not be available for the Champions League opener against Newcastle on Thursday, much to the dismay of head coach Hansi Flick. A war of words broke out between the German and the Spanish FA after he criticised the Spanish national team for not looking after Yamal. However, on the bright side, Frenkie de Jong has been named in the matchday squad.

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Umtiti reveals new 'ultimate goal' after retiring at 31

Samuel Umtiti has officially retired at just 31, bringing an end to a career that promised so much but was derailed by chronic knee injuries. The 2018 World Cup winner enjoyed highs with Lyon, Barcelona and France, but is now ready to take on a new challenge. Umtiti revealed his "ultimate goal" is to move into coaching, saying he has already started preparing for life on the touchline.

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Rashford's Barcelona initiation song revealed

Marcus Rashford has wasted no time settling into life at Barcelona, with the Manchester United loanee choosing a rap anthem for his traditional initiation song in front of new team-mates. The forward, who became the first Englishman to represent Barca since Gary Lineker, took centre stage by performing Dave and Central Cee’s hit ‘Sprinter’ upon arrival in Catalonia.

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Flick wary of 'tall' Newcastle - pays tribute to Howe

Hansi Flick admits he is aware of the physical size and strength of Newcastle United ahead of Barcelona’s Champions League opener at St James’ Park on Thursday night. The German coach praised Eddie Howe’s work in transforming the Magpies into a dynamic and physical side, while stressing the need for his own players to adapt quickly in what he expects will be one of the toughest atmospheres in Europe.

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Flick trusts 'incredible' Rashford to replace injured Yamal

Barcelona will kick off their Champions League campaign against Newcastle at St James’ Park on Thursday with injuries clouding preparations. Lamine Yamal is ruled out, but coach Hansi Flick is placing his faith in Marcus Rashford to step up. With Frenkie de Jong and Gavi’s fitness also under scrutiny, the Blaugrana enter the competition looking to improve on last season’s heartbreak.

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Diaz confirms Barcelona talks before 'objective' call to join Bayern

Luis Diaz admitted to having talks with Barcelona over a possible move from Liverpool in the summer transfer window before the 28-year-old winger joined Bayern Munich. The Colombian had been on Barca's list of targets as they pursued a new attacker but ultimately lost out as he pushed for Liverpool to accept the German club's bid instead.

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Barca giving up on Camp Nou return? Plan B lined up for PSG clash

Barcelona are lining up a backup plan for their home fixture against Paris Saint-Germain in case Camp Nou is not ready on time to host their first Champions League home game. The Blaugrana have suffered several delays in their efforts to return to the renovated stadium, and are currently targeting the clash against Real Sociedad on September 28, just days before the French giants come to town.

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Lewandowski's successor?! Barcelona keep tabs on Vlahovic

Barcelona are reportedly keeping tabs on Dusan Vlahovic ahead of his contract expiry as the Catalan side eye him as Robert Lewandowski's potential successor. The Blaugrana are desperate to find a long-term replacement for their Polish goal machine, whose deal runs out next summer, and the Serbian sharpshooter has become an option.

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Barcelona confirm new venue for PSG Champions League clash

Barcelona’s return to their spiritual home has been pushed back yet again, with the club confirming that their Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain on October 1 will take place at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in Montjuic. The Camp Nou, which has been undergoing a massive €1.5 billion facelift since June 2023, remains off-limits. Hopes of reopening in time for the new campaign have collapsed, leaving the Catalan giants scrambling for alternative venues.

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📽️ | Fernandes left STUNNED as Rashford scores screamer

Bruno Fernandes was left stunned as Marcus Rashford scored a screamer against Newcastle. The English forward delivered a Champions League masterclass in Barcelona colours, leaving even his Manchester United teammates in awe. The on-loan forward silenced St James’ Park with two goals of pure class as the Spanish champions edged the Magpies in a dramatic European opener.

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'It's difficult' - Rashford opens up on Barcelona struggles

Marcus Rashford admits it has been "difficult" for him to settle quickly at Barcelona, after completing a loan move from Manchester United, but he is up and running on the competitive goal front. That account was opened when netting a stunning brace for the Liga giants in their first fixture of the 2025-26 Champions League campaign away at Newcastle.

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'A joy to watch!' - Pedri stuns Grealish & becomes Scholes' new favourite

Barcelona’s midfield brilliance stole the spotlight in their 2-1 Champions League win over Newcastle, with Pedri and Frenkie de Jong running the show. Jack Grealish labelled the pair “a joy to watch,” while Manchester United legend Paul Scholes called Pedri his “new favourite footballer.” Their dominance set the platform for Marcus Rashford’s decisive brace.

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Kane backed to become Barcelona's Haaland transfer stopgap

Harry Kane is being backed to become a transfer stopgap for Barcelona, with the Liga giants expected to make a play for Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland at some stage. If England captain Kane could be lured away from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2026, then Barca would have time in which to generate the funds required to make their Haaland dream a reality.

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Szczesny 'proud' to mentor Barcelona's new No.1 Joan Garcia

Barcelona's Wojciech Szczesny has fully embraced his role as backup to Joan Garcia, praising the young keeper as having "incredible potential". The veteran Pole stated he is proud to help mentor Garcia, who he believes is already one of Europe's best physically, as he navigates the pressures of being Barca's new number one.

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Luis Enrique dreaming of Barcelona return

Luis Enrique may be enjoying success in Paris, but the pull of Barcelona remains strong. The Spanish coach, who guided Paris Saint-Germain to their first Champions League triumph last season, still dreams of returning to the Camp Nou one day. With two years left on his contract in France, though, a move may be far away.

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Barca line up Kane as Lewandowski replacement

FC Barcelona are plotting a move to sign England captain Harry Kane from Bayern Munich as the La Liga giants look to replace an ageing Robert Lewandowski. At 37, Lewandowski is in the final year of his contract with the Blaugrana and the Polish forward is likely to move away from the club in the summer of 2026. The Catalan giants see Kane as an immediate replacement for their star forward.