Southern Soccer Academy Overview

Raphinha reveals he had offers from 'blue team and a red team' in London

Barcelona winger Raphinha has opened up about his 2022 departure from Leeds United, revealing he turned down lucrative offers from London's premier clubs – widely understood to be Chelsea and Arsenal – to secure a move to the Camp Nou. In a new interview, the Brazil international labelled his choice as the greatest decision of his professional career.

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Barcelona chief Deco speaks out on Pedro transfer meeting claim

Barcelona sporting director Deco has opened up on the daunting task of finding a successor to Robert Lewandowski, describing the outgoing striker as a player who is "almost impossible" to replace. Deco has also denied meeting with Chelsea's Joao Pedro over a summer transfer, albeit while confirming the club are exploring all avenues.

Golden Shoe 2025-26: Haaland vs Kane vs Mbappe!

Kylian Mbappe's European Golden shoe defence is being challenged by the likes of Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.

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Barcelona 'agree personal terms' with Rashford

Barcelona have reportedly agreed personal terms with Marcus Rashford as Hansi Flick pushes to keep the Manchester United forward. However, the Red Devils remain firm on their €30 million (£25m/$34m) valuation despite the player’s desire to stay in Catalunya.

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De Jong: Rashford 'has earned the right to stay' at Barcelona

Marcus Rashford has received a major vote of confidence from within the Barcelona dressing room as his loan spell from Manchester United nears its conclusion. Frenkie de Jong has publicly called for the club to secure the forward on a permanent basis following a season that saw the Englishman play a pivotal role in the Blaugrana's title success.

'Absurd' Yamal always a second ahead as comparison with Mbappe made

Albanian international Marash Kumbulla has provided a fascinating insight into the challenge of defending against the world's best attackers. Currently on loan at Mallorca from Roma, the centre-back has experienced the unique difficulty of facing both Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal and Real Madrid's superstar Kylian Mbappe.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Barcelona	37	31	1	5	94	33	61	94	W L W W W
2	Real Madrid	37	26	5	6	73	33	40	83	W W L W D
3	Villarreal	37	21	6	10	67	45	22	69	L L D W W
4	Atletico Madrid	37	21	6	10	61	39	22	69	W W L W W
5	Real Betis	37	14	15	8	57	47	10	57	L W D W D