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FC Barcelona v Deportivo Alaves - LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27

Barcelona player ratings: Yamal and Raphinha run riot against Alaves

Barcelona bounced back from their Clasico defeat in emphatic fashion, as braces from Lamine Yamal and Raphinha powered a 6-1 win over Deportivo Alaves at the Spotify Camp Nou and sent Hansi Flick's side back to the top of La Liga.

Bayern chief claims Der Klassiker is now as strong as El Clasico

Bayern Munich director of sales and marketing Rouven Kasper believes the global appeal of Germany's showpiece fixture against Borussia Dortmund now rivals Spain's famous showdown between Real Madrid and Barcelona. The two Bundesliga heavyweights meet at the Allianz Arena on Saturday evening, locked together on 17 points at the top.

Xavi reveals why Ronaldinho and Neymar failed to match Messi’s longevity at Barca

Netherlands manager Xavi has opened up on Ronaldinho's drastic drop in form following his Ballon d'Or triumph at Barcelona. The legendary Spanish midfielder insisted the Brazilian's sudden decline was purely down to a lack of motivation and hunger, rather than his infamous off-pitch lifestyle.

Liverpool v Chelsea - Carabao Cup Fourth Round

Johnson urges Liverpool to trigger £47m Araujo buy option

Former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson has called on his old club to complete the permanent signing of on-loan Barcelona star Ronald Araujo following his impressive start to life at Anfield. The Merseyside outfit have a pre-agreed £47 million option to purchase the Uruguayan international at the end of the 2026-27 campaign.

FC Barcelona v Real Madrid - LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27

Henry hails 'joke' Bellingham after Clasico win

Former Barcelona forward Thierry Henry has heaped praise on Real Madrid following their vital 2-1 El Clasico victory over his old club. The Frenchman was particularly blown away by Jude Bellingham's performance, describing the England international's dominant display in midfield as an absolute joke.

Flick powerless over Raphinha Brazil call-up

Hansi Flick has expressed his growing concern over Raphinha’s upcoming international commitments, which will see the Barcelona captain embark on a grueling 22,000km round trip to Singapore. The German coach admitted he has held discussions with sporting director Deco regarding the potential physical toll on one of his most vital performers.