Cornellà de Llobregat, Spain – The small Catalan town of Cornellà holds a significant place in the careers of two rising stars in Spanish football: Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya and Barcelona’s Joan García. Both players honed their skills within the local footballing system, embarking on journeys that have taken them to the pinnacle of the … Read more
Cornellà, a town just outside Barcelona, holds a unique significance in the careers of two of Spain’s rising goalkeeping stars: David Raya and Joan García. Both players’ journeys to the pinnacle of Spanish football are intertwined with this Catalan community, representing a compelling narrative of local development and international success. David Raya Martín, currently a … Read more
VILLARREAL, Spain – Barcelona goalkeeper Joan García will watch from the sidelines when Spain faces Serbia in a friendly match Friday evening at Estadio de la Cerámica. The omission, announced by Spain manager Luis de la Fuente, comes despite García being a recent addition to the national team roster and is a key decision as … Read more
La Roja’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are well underway, and the latest international break presents a crucial opportunity for evaluation. Manager Luis de la Fuente’s squad is gathering not just for friendlies against Serbia and Egypt, but for a deeper look at potential contributors to their summer campaign. One position under particularly … Read more
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has revealed that his tenure with the Catalan club will be his last in professional football management. The surprising announcement came ahead of Wednesday’s crucial Champions League round of 16 second leg against Newcastle United, adding another layer of intrigue to the already high-stakes match. “I don’t have it in my … Read more
Barcelona, Spain – Joan Laporta has been re-elected as president of FC Barcelona, securing a landslide victory over Víctor Font in Sunday’s election. The result extends Laporta’s tenure at the helm of the storied club for another five years, marking his fourth term overall. According to official results, Laporta garnered 68.18% of the vote, receiving … Read more
Barcelona’s upcoming presidential election is intensifying, with former president Joan Laporta and ex-manager Xavi Hernández exchanging pointed accusations. The dispute centers on Xavi’s recent explosive interview with La Vanguardia, where he criticized Laporta’s leadership and alleged interference in a potential return for Lionel Messi. Laporta responded forcefully on Monday, asserting that the current team, under … Read more
A strong case of influenza A leaves Luis de la Fuente stranded in Spain and absent from the first match of the Super Cup in Saudi Arabia between Barcelona and Athletic. And in Spanish soccer team mode, it prevents the Rioja coach from witnessing … the face to face of a fight that is going … Read more
Sunday, January 4, 2026, 16:12 Joan García is a true gem for Barcelona. The Sallent goal was consecrated this Saturday in the worst possible environment. In the middle of an RCDE Stadium enraged by his departure to the eternal rival, he shone, made worthwhile interventions and demonstrated the necessary personality to be indisputable in one … Read more
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 8:24 p.m. | Updated 11:19 p.m. The day of the Catalan derby between Espanyol and Barça dawned differently in Barcelona. It has not been just another day in the city, and much less so for Joan García, who unwittingly became the emotional epicenter of a match marked by tension, memory and … Read more