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Lewandowski finally breaks silence on Barca contract situation

Robert Lewandowski has finally opened up on his future at Barcelona as his current contract at Camp Nou nears its expiry date, sparking intense speculation across the footballing world. The 37-year-old has seen his playing time reduced under Hansi Flick this season, and says he is taking a patient and calculated approach to his next professional step.

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Yamal sends message to Barca fans after painful Atleti loss

Lamine Yamal has long been heralded as the future of Barcelona, but his actions following Tuesday night’s Copa del Rey exit suggest the 18-year-old is already a definitive leader in the present. Despite a valiant 3-0 victory at the Spotify Camp Nou, the Blaugrana fell 4-3 on aggregate to a disciplined Atletico Madrid. While many would hide after such a painful elimination, Yamal took to social media to ensure the connection between the squad and the supporters remained intact.

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Tuchel urged to snub Palmer & pick England ‘world-beater’

Thomas Tuchel has been urged to snub the likes of Cole Palmer and Phil Foden by picking “world-beater” Marcus Rashford on the left wing for England at the 2026 World Cup. Former Three Lions star Lee Sharpe has told GOAL the Manchester United academy graduate, who is currently on loan at Barcelona, possesses qualities that his rivals for an international starting berth do not have.

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Griezmann puts Orlando move on ice after beating Barca

Antoine Griezmann has reportedly suspended his highly anticipated transfer to MLS side Orlando City in order to remain at Atletico Madrid for the time being. Driven by the desire to end his personal trophy drought with the Spanish giants, the French forward has opted to remain in Madrid for the upcoming Copa del Rey final, delaying his American dream until the summer window.

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Lewandowski to wear mask on Barca return

Barcelona are set to welcome back their primary goal-scoring threat as Robert Lewandowski prepares for a return to action under unique circumstances. The veteran striker, who has been sidelined following a painful injury sustained against Villarreal, has been given the green light to return to the pitch. However, the Polish international will not be sporting his usual look, as he is required to wear a protective eye mask to safeguard a bone fracture in the internal orbital area of his left eye.

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Barca confirm Kounde and Balde injury blows

Barcelona’s season has been rocked by a defensive double-blow following their fiery Copa del Rey semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid. The Catalan giants have confirmed that both Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde are facing spells on the sidelines after picking up hamstring injuries during Tuesday night's encounter. In a cruel twist of irony, Balde was the man introduced to take the injured Kounde's place, only to find himself joining his team-mate in the treatment room before the final whistle blew at Camp Nou.

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Blow for Barcelona as Balde to miss BOTH legs of Newcastle UCL tie

Barcelona’s season has been rocked by a devastating double injury blow following their exit from the Copa del Rey. Despite a 3-0 victory against Atletico Madrid in the semi-final second leg, the Catalans went out 4-3 on aggregate and, more importantly, lost two vital components of their backline. The club has now confirmed that both Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde sustained significant hamstring injuries during the high-stakes encounter, leaving manager Hansi Flick with a major selection headache ahead of their Champions League round of 16 tie against Newcastle.

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Ex-Barca star claims VAR was invented so Real 'wouldn't rob us anymore'

Former Barcelona and Bayern Munich midfielder Arturo Vidal has launched a sensational attack on Real Madrid, suggesting that the introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) was specifically designed to curb the alleged refereeing bias enjoyed by the Spanish giants. The Chilean international, known for his combative style and outspoken nature, has a long-standing rivalry with Los Blancos dating back to high-profile clashes in the Champions League.

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Pedri hailed as 'best in world' by Atletico rival

Despite Barcelona’s dramatic Copa del Rey exit, Pedri’s masterclass at the Spotify Camp Nou made a lasting impression on his rivals. Atletico Madrid captain Koke paid a glowing tribute to the 21-year-old maestro, hailing him as one of the best players in the world and the definitive "present and future" of Spanish football.

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Griezmann rubs salt in Barca wounds with savage social media post

Antoine Griezmann just couldn't resist a cheeky dig at his former employers. Despite a nerve-wracking night at the Camp Nou, Atletico Madrid have officially punched their ticket to the Copa del Rey final, and the French superstar was quick to ensure the Barcelona faithful felt every bit of the sting with a savage post on social media. It was a night of high drama in Catalonia as Hansi Flick’s side attempted a monumental comeback, but ultimately fell short of the miracle they required to overturn a heavy first-leg deficit.

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Raphinha 'proud' of Barca despite failed comeback against Atletico

Barcelona fell agonizingly short of a historic Copa del Rey comeback at the Spotify Camp Nou on Tuesday night, winning 3-0 on the night but bowing out 4-3 on aggregate against a resilient Atletico Madrid. Despite the heartbreak of missing out on the final, Brazilian star Raphinha struck an optimistic chord, insisting that the performance serves as a blueprint for the months ahead. The winger, who captained the side, believes that if Hansi Flick’s men maintain this level of intensity, they can still secure major silverware before the campaign concludes.

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No remontada for Barca despite Yamal & Bernal heroics

Barcelona fell agonisingly short of an epic comeback in their Copa del Rey semi-final against Atletico Madrid as the Blaugrana won Tuesday's second leg 3-0 but lost out 4-3 on aggregate. Teenage midfielder Marc Bernal scored twice on a night where Barca launched attack after attack, but they couldn't find the fourth goal that would have taken the tie to extra-time.

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Barcelona dealt another injury blow as Kounde goes off

Barcelona have been hit by yet another significant fitness concern after Jules Kounde was forced off during the early stages of their high-stakes encounter against Atletico Madrid. The French international, who has been a pillar of Hansi Flick’s defensive unit this season, lasted just 11 minutes in the Copa del Rey clash before succumbing to what appeared to be a muscular issue.

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Barca salary limit jumps but Real Madrid still dominate

La Liga has updated the salary limits for the 2025/26 season, revealing a significant financial recovery for Barcelona. While the Catalan giants saw their spending cap rise by over €81 million to reach €432.8m, they still trail Real Madrid by a staggering €329m margin. This update highlights the ongoing financial dominance of Los Blancos as the league's spending power hits new heights.

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Yamal will have 'the right to party', says Spain boss

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has fiercely defended Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal against heavy media scrutiny regarding his off-field life. The manager emphasised the teenager's exhausting daily routine and immense dedication behind the scenes. He firmly believes that after such rigorous hard work, the young star has every right to enjoy a party.

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Real Madrid expect UEFA ban for Barca

The long-standing tension between Spanish football's biggest rivals has reached a critical point. Real Madrid are confident that UEFA will soon hand down severe sanctions to Barcelona regarding the "Negreira Case." While Spanish courts move slowly, Madrid believe European football's governing body is ready to take decisive disciplinary action against the Catalan club in the near future.

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Barcelona hit by brutal injury blow ahead of Copa del Rey clash

Barcelona’s hopes of pulling off a historic comeback in the Copa del Rey have been met with a devastating setback. The Catalan giants have confirmed that star striker Robert Lewandowski will be unavailable for the crucial semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid this Tuesday. The news comes at the worst possible moment for Hansi Flick’s side, who are already facing a mountain to climb after a disastrous first-leg performance at the Metropolitano.

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Rashford told there's 'something wrong' if he can't enjoy Man Utd

Marcus Rashford is currently thriving on loan at Barcelona, helping to propel the Catalan giants to the top of La Liga and into the Champions League knockout stages. However, his resurgence away from Old Trafford has prompted fierce criticism from Manchester United legend Bryan Robson. Rashford is expected to stay at Barcelona past the end of the season, with the Catalans keen to keep hold of the forward.

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Yamal explains why he's happy again at Barca after hat-trick

Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has admitted to enduring a difficult period this season despite his meteoric rise, revealing that he is finally "happy again" after a historic performance. The 18-year-old was the star of the show at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday, netting his first career hat-trick in a convincing 4-1 victory over Villarreal.

Frequently asked questions

Kaizer Chiefs were founded in January 1970 when Kaizer Motaung returned to South Africa from the USA where he played as a striker for the Atlanta Chiefs of the North American Soccer League (NASL).

Club founder Kaizer Motaung combined his own first name with the second name of the club (Atlanta Chiefs) he played for while in the USA.

Kaizer Motaung is the owner and chairman of the club with various other undisclosed individuals and entities holding shares in the club.

The club’s official home ground is the FNB Stadium but the club regularly plays home matches at other grounds, most notably the Moses Mabhida Stadium and New Peter Mokaba Stadium.

The club is known as Amakhosi or The Glamour Boys by fans.

52 domestic trophies and one African Cup Winners Cup (2001).

Chiefs have won a total of 12 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (4), NSL (3) and NPSL (5).

Doctor Khumalo holds this record with 497 appearances.

Marks Maponyane with 85 goals.