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Piqué causes a stir – and now faces a lengthy ban

Former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué has made negative headlines in Spain.

Pique handed heavy ban following Andorra referee clash

Former Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has been handed a two-month disqualification and a six-match suspension after an incident involving match officials during Andorra’s defeat to Albacete. The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) acted after reviewing the referee’s report from the Segunda Division clash.

Albacete vs Barcelona: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Copa del Rey match between Albacete and Barcelona, as well as kick-off time and team news.

4 value bet builder picks in this week’s domestic cup ties

We’ve assembled a four-leg bet builder for the midweek cup action at odds of almost 7/1. Barca, Arsenal, Chelsea, and VfB Stuttgart feature heavily.

Albacete vs Barcelona predictions: Goalfest after the break

We’ve got three Albacete vs Barcelona predictions for this Copa del Rey quarter-final on Wednesday, 4 February.

'Painful and shameful' - Madrid & Vinicius receive apology from Albacete

Second-division side Albacete have issued an apology to Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior after their historic Copa del Rey victory was overshadowed by vile racist abuse. The club expressed their deep "shame" after a banana was thrown at the Brazilian star during the 3-2 shock, while "disgusting xenophobic chants" were also reported outside the Carlos Belmonte stadium.

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