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Flick explains why he's benched Yamal for Barca vs Sevilla

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has opted for caution regarding Lamine Yamal at a crucial time in the season. The German boss has left the teenager out of his starting XI for his team's league match against Sevilla at Spotify Camp Nou. Barcelona are hoping to take all three points and restore their four-point lead over Real Madrid at the top of the table.

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Mbappe caught up in club-versus-country row

Real Madrid face a dilemma over Kylian Mbappe's fitness ahead of their Champions League clash with Manchester City clash as France and Nike demand his presence for international friendlies. The World Cup winner may be called upon by his country despite sitting out matches at club level.

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Revealed: The role Mbappe will play for Real against Man City

Kylian Mbappe will reportedly board the plane with the Real Madrid squad this Monday as they travel to England. Desperate to avoid just watching from the sidelines, the forward is pushing to be available for Alvaro Arbeloa in this decisive Champions League last-16 second leg against Manchester City. After missing recent action, the Frenchman is eager to help his side navigate the Etihad cauldron and secure a spot in the quarter-finals.

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📽️ | 'Don't try this at home!' - Guler scores from OWN HALF

Arda Guler produced a moment of pure magic to cap off Real Madrid's resounding 4-1 victory over Elche, launching a breathtaking 68-metre lob from inside his own half. The audacious strike left the Bernabeu in awe and perfectly encapsulated a dominant night for Los Blancos, with the 21-year-old playmaker proudly taking to Instagram to share the spectacular footage.

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Arbeloa: Guler's goal worth three times the ticket price

Real Madrid showed no mercy to Elche in their last league match, sealing a resounding 4-1 victory that keeps the pressure on Barcelona. But Arda Guler stole the show, leaving his manager reaching for superlatives. The young playmaker’s strike was the highlight of a busy night at the Bernabeu, and Alvaro Arbeloa was quick to point out just how rare such a goal is in modern football.

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Valverde's at it again while Guler & Huijsen star for Madrid

Real Madrid cruised to a 4-1 win over struggling Elche to put the pressure back on La Liga leaders Barcelona. Los Blancos built on their thrashing of Manchester City in the Champions League, with Federico Valverde among the goal scorers again in the Spanish capital. Although it was substitute Arda Guler who stole the show with a stunning strike from his own half in the dying stages.

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Alvarez 'is going to stay' at Atleti despite exit rumours

Atletico Madrid director Mateu Alemany has broken his silence on Julian Alvarez, insisting the forward will stay at the club despite growing interest heading into the summer transfer window. Alemany firmly dismissed any talk of a move for the Argentine star, whose ambiguous comments recently sparked rumours of a summer exit from the Metropolitano.

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Flick elated with Gavi return to Barca squad

Hansi Flick is delighted as Gavi returns to Barcelona’s squad after a gruelling six-month ACL injury. Though initially expected back later, the Spaniard’s rapid recovery earned him the medical green light ahead of schedule. The midfielder is now set to feature in Sunday’s La Liga clash against Sevilla, providing a massive boost to the leaders.

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Mbappe takes 'old man' dig at Henry

There is a clear bond between the two greatest French forwards of their respective generations, even if they never had the chance to share a pitch. Thierry Henry, now 48, remains a constant source of inspiration for Kylian Mbappe, who is currently chasing down the final few goals needed to surpass Olivier Giroud as Les Bleus' all-time record goalscorer.

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Huge boost as Gavi returns for Barca after six-month layoff

Barcelona’s midfield options have received a significant lift as Gavi prepares to step back onto the pitch for the first time in over half a year. The club confirmed on Saturday that the 21-year-old is ready to feature in the matchday squad once again, with it marking the end of a long and difficult road to recovery for the La Masia graduate.

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Still no Mbappe or Bellingham in Real Madrid squad

Real Madrid continue to face a selection headache ahead of their La Liga clash with Elche as several superstars remain sidelined. Manager Alvaro Arbeloa has been forced to dig deep into the academy ranks to patch up a depleted matchday squad ahead of the meeting with Manchester City on Tuesday.

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Barca hatch new Rashford plan to keep Man Utd star

Barcelona are exploring a creative second loan deal to retain Marcus Rashford as they struggle to trigger Manchester United's €30 million agreed permanent fee. The England international is reportedly desperate to stay in Catalonia after a career resurgence under Hansi Flick.

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Barcelona eye Inter star amid uncertainty over Balde's future

Barcelona are already laying the groundwork for a massive summer transfer window, with Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni emerging as the priority target for sporting director Deco. To facilitate such a high-profile move, the Catalan giants are reportedly considering the sale of Alejandro Balde. ​While Balde’s current contract at the Spotify Camp Nou runs until 2028, the club's management sees his transfer as a strategic opportunity to generate funds.

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Partey denies two new rape charges

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to deny two new counts of rape following a preliminary hearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court. The Ghana international, now playing for Villarreal, has already pleaded not guilty to five previous charges involving different complainants.

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Frequently asked questions

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have won the Ligue 1 title 12 times, more than any other club. Their first win was in 1986, and they claimed their record-breaking 12th title in 2023, surpassing AS Saint-Etienne.

The Ligue 1 consists of 18 teams since the 2023-24 season, prior to which 20 teams took part in the league. The inaugural season of the French first division in 1932-33 also consisted of 20 teams, divided in two groups of 10 teams each.

Mickael Landreau holds the record for the most Ligue 1 appearances, with 618 matches as a goalkeeper. His career spanned nearly two decades, playing for clubs like Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, and Bastia.

Delio Onnis holds the record as the all-time top scorer in Ligue 1 with 299 goals. Playing as a centre-forward, his remarkable goal-scoring feats spanned the 1970s and 1980s, where he starred for clubs like AS Monaco and Reims, making him a legend in French football.

As of 2024, Dimitri Payet holds the record for the most assists in Ligue 1 history, with a total of 130 assists. The attacking midfielder achieved this milestone during his successful stints with several clubs, including Marseille and Lille.

Pierre Braine holds the record of being the oldest player in Ligue 1 history, aged almost 45 years in a Ligue 1 game in 1945.

At 15 years and 225 days, Kalman Gerencseri is the youngest player in Ligue 1 history. The Frenchman played for Lens against Monaco in a Ligue 1 game in 1960.

Notable players who have graced Ligue 1 include legends like Zinedine Zidane, George Weah, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ronaldinho, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe.

Prominent managers in Ligue 1 include Arsene Wenger, Laurent Blanc, Carlo Ancelotti, Adi Hutter, Luis Enrique, etc.

The Orange Velodrome in Marseille is the largest stadium in Ligue 1, with a capacity of 67,394 spectators. Home to Marseille since 1937, it is renowned for its electric atmosphere and hosting significant football events in France.

Neymar is indeed the most expensive player in Ligue 1 history. His transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 was valued at a record €222 million, which remains the highest transfer fee ever paid for a player.

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