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Garcia sees red in chaotic clash between Atletico & Barca

The Champions League quarter-final second leg between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona took a dramatic turn when Eric Garcia received a straight red card late in the game. Referee Clement Turpin dismissed the centre-back after a VAR review, leaving the Catalan side with 10 men as they desperately chased a vital goal to salvage their European campaign at the Metropolitano.

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Flick's tactical masterstroke comes to nothing: Barça suffer a dramatic defeat at the hands of Atlético

FC Barcelona’s comeback in the second leg against Atlético Madrid started with a historic opening goal. A frenzied, dramatic contest ensued, and though Barça won, they still exited the competition.

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UEFA dismisses Barca VAR appeal vs Atletico

UEFA has officially rejected Barcelona's formal protest regarding a controversial refereeing decision during their Champions League quarter-final first-leg defeat to Atletico Madrid. The Catalan giants had called for an investigation into a missed handball incident, but European football's governing body has now closed the case.

Flick’s complaint falls flat: Atlético’s pitch sparks controversy

FC Barcelona’s complaints about the pitch at Atlético Madrid’s stadium have clearly failed to produce the desired result.

Barcelona complain to UEFA over grass length at Atletico

Barcelona have raised concerns with UEFA about the grass length at Atletico Madrid’s Metropolitano Stadium ahead of their Champions League quarter-final decider. Hansi Flick was seen discussing the issue with the UEFA match delegate during the team’s final training session.

Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Champions League match between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona, as well as kick-off time and team news

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Flick: Barca 'usually better team' against Atletico

Hansi Flick remains confident that Barcelona can overturn their 2-0 first-leg deficit against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals. The German manager insists his side are historically the better team in this fixture and has demanded tactical bravery from his players to secure a famous comeback victory at the Metropolitano on Tuesday.

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Yamal eyes LeBron-esque display but wants 'a favour' from Simeone

Barcelona starlet Lamine Yamal has drawn inspiration from NBA icon LeBron James as he prepares to lead a Champions League rescue mission against Atletico Madrid. The teenage sensation believes the Blaugrana are capable of overturning a two-goal deficit from the first leg of the tie, insisting that his side will fight until the very end to secure a spot in the semi-finals.

Lamine Yamal takes a dig at Diego Simeone with a striking remark

Yamal channels LeBron ahead of Barca comeback bid

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal has updated his Instagram profile picture to an iconic photo of LeBron James from the 2016 NBA finals. This highly symbolic gesture signals the 18-year-old's profound belief that his team can overcome their two-goal deficit in the Champions League quarter-final against Atletico Madrid and deliver a miraculous comeback.

Evra says Barca 'not capable' of comeback vs Atletico in savage takedown

Former Manchester United and Juventus full-back Patrice Evra has claimed that Barcelona are "not capable" of overturning a 2-0 aggregate deficit in their Champions League quarter-final tie against Atletico Madrid. The Blaugrana faithful have been talking up the prospect of a sensational 'Remontada' (Spanish for 'comeback') in the second leg at the Metropolitano, but Evra feels they are no longer the same European powerhouse he played against during his career.

Can Flick finally break the curse against Atlético Madrid?

What is the German manager lacking at Barcelona?

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Barcelona need to stop the sob stories and prove greatness

Barcelona's frustration during and after Wednesday night's Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid was perfectly understandable. The Blaugrana had been the better side in the first leg of the quarter-final tie at Camp Nou - and that was in spite of the fact that they had played more than half the game with 10 men following Pau Cubarsi's straight red card just before the break.

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Flick’s dilemma: Is Rashford a scoring genius or a clinical finisher when it matters most?

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In an unusual move, Flick has announced Barcelona’s squad for the Madrid clash

The coach will address the media ahead of the final training session.

Is Spain more deserving than Morocco of hosting the 2030 World Cup final? The facts suggest otherwise

A recent surge in racism at Spanish football stadiums has brought this sensitive issue back into the spotlight.

"A big question mark"... Flick names Barcelona's line-up for the clash with Atlético Madrid

Barcelona are aiming for a comeback

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"Yes, we can"... Barcelona is plotting its "remontada" in the heart of Madrid

Can Flick’s men get the job done?

Photo: Yamal vows to deliver an NBA-style thriller against Atlético

A crisis threatens the comeback... A dire situation puts Barcelona’s dream against Atlético in jeopardy

Barça face a daunting second-leg challenge in the quarter-finals.

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“Three words!” roared Simeone, urging his Atlético Madrid charges on

Why did Simeone shout during Atlético Madrid’s team training session?

Espanyol star criticises Barcelona players’ behaviour… and fans force him to flee

Lozano claimed that players from the Catalan neighbours attempted to provoke him.

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Simeone defends decision to make TEN changes to Atletico lineup

Diego Simeone has staunchly defended his decision to field the youngest starting XI of his tenure after Atletico Madrid fell to a narrow La Liga defeat against Sevilla. With a season-defining Champions League quarter-final second leg against Barcelona looming, the Argentine tactician opted for ten changes to his side at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan.

Barcelona player confirms Flick’s expectations… and Bernal is out of the reckoning

Gerard Martin came off at halftime of the Catalonia derby, but he is ready for the clash against Atletico.

“Will he fall on his sword, or will Rashford strike again?” Inspiring moments that keep Barcelona’s away-day ‘remontada’ hopes alive

Historical data gives Barcelona a 6% chance of turning the tables on Atlético Madrid.

A blatant provocation… A strange message from Yamal after the Catalan derby

Barça star sends a strong message

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