Norwich City U18 Overview

Raphinha officially appointed as the new Barcelona captain

Raphinha has officially made history by becoming the first Brazilian player to be named as the permanent captain of Barcelona. Following the departures of key leadership figures, manager Hansi Flick and the first-team squad have chosen the in-form attacker to wear the armband and lead the reigning Spanish champions throughout the upcoming 2026-27 campaign.

'Better than Barcelona!' - Casado stunned by Deportivo facilities

Marc Casado has completed a late summer loan move to Deportivo de A Coruna, but the midfielder has already caused a stir with his initial assessment of his new surroundings. The La Masia graduate, who found himself surplus to requirements under Hansi Flick, was caught on camera making a bold comparison between the newly-promoted side and his parent club.

Barcelona confirm new five-man captaincy hierarchy as Yamal included

Barcelona have reportedly unveiled their five-man leadership group for the 2026-27 campaign, marking a new era at the Catalan club. Hansi Flick has reshuffled the pack following notable summer departures, with teenage sensation Lamine Yamal notably stepping into a formal captaincy role alongside the likes of Raphinha and Pedri.

FC Barcelona v Athletic Club - LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27

Injury blow for Barca?! Yamal misses training ahead of Valencia clash

Barcelona have been rocked by a late fitness scare as Lamine Yamal was reportedly a notable absentee from the club's final training session on Saturday. The 19-year-old winger is now a major doubt for the Blaugrana's upcoming La Liga trip to face Valencia at Mestalla.

FC Basel v FC Barcelona - Pre-Season Friendly

Barca open talks to improve contracts of young trio

Barcelona have moved to protect their latest crop of academy graduates following a series of sensational breakthroughs into the first-team set-up. The Catalan giants have initiated negotiations to significantly improve the contractual terms of Hamza Abdelkarim, Xavi Espart, and Brian Farinas to ward off potential suitors.

Atletico de Madrid v FC Barcelona - Copa Del Rey

Simeone welcomes Alvarez back after failed Barca transfer

Julian Alvarez is set to make his return to the Atletico Madrid matchday squad this weekend following a turbulent period defined by a failed attempt to force a move to Barcelona. The Argentine forward has been reintegrated into Diego Simeone's plans after missing significant training time and the club's recent league fixture against Sevilla.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
22	Everton U18	3	1	0	2	7	6	1	3	L L W
23	Leeds United U18	4	1	0	3	5	15	-10	3	L L W L
24	Norwich City U18	4	1	0	3	8	17	-9	3	L L L W
25	Stoke City U18	4	1	0	3	9	14	-5	3	L L L W
26	Middlesbrough U18	4	0	2	2	5	12	-7	2	L L D D

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