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Barcelona reclaim second spot with 2-0 win over Real Sociedad

Xavi Hernandez's side leapfrogged Girona to move on to 76 points, one clear of their Catalan rivals who dropped points in Friday's 2-2 draw at Alaves.

Hungry Madrid parade league title with eye on European glory

If anything defines Real Madrid it is a relentless hunger for silverware and that remained clear even as they celebrated their 36th La Liga title triumph on Sunday.

Ancelotti's tactical acumen does the trick

Real Madrid claimed a record-extending 36th LaLiga title on Saturday after Girona's 4-2 thrashing of local rivals Barcelona left Carlo Ancelotti's side with an unassailable lead in the standings.

Barca have 'huge amount' to change next season: Xavi

"We will keep fighting and next season we have to change a huge amount of things," said Xavi.

Girona players have made history, says Sanchez after reaching Champions League

The club, in La Liga for only the fourth season in their history, beat Barcelona 4-2 at their tiny Montilivi stadium to secure a top four finish.

Five key factors in Real Madrid's title triumph

Carlo Ancelotti's side romped clear of last season's winners and shock challengers Girona to clinch their record-extending 36th La Liga trophy

Real Madrid crowned champions of La Liga after Girona thrash Barca

Real Madrid, who have lost only once in the league this season, hold a 13-point advantage over second-placed Girona while Barcelona dropped to third

Real Madrid put one hand on title with Cadiz win

Real Madrid earned a comfortable 3-0 win over Cadiz which ensures they will win La Liga if Barcelona fail to beat Girona later Saturday.

Girona want 'historic' home win over Barcelona

Barcelona will be favourites when they visit Girona on Saturday but the hosts are ready to seize a historic opportunity to beat them in front of their own fans, Girona manager Michel said on Friday.

February 22, 2024
February 22, 2024

'Huge player' Osimhen gives Napoli Barca draw and new hope

Nigeria forward Osimhen rolled home the leveller with 15 minutes left of the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, in his first match since returning from the Africa Cup of Nations.

February 18, 2024
February 18, 2024

Lewandowski double snatches tame Barca win at Celta

Robert Lewandowski's brace snatched champions Barcelona a 2-1 win over lowly Celta Vigo to leave them third in La Liga, trailing leaders Real Madrid by seven points.

February 17, 2024
February 17, 2024

Barca cannot afford any more slip-ups: Xavi

Barcelona have little room for error if they are to defend their LaLiga title, manager Xavi Hernandez said on Friday ahead of his side's trip to Celta Vigo.

February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024

Yamal rescues ragged Barca draw against Granada

Xavi Hernandez's side, third, shared the spoils with their relegation-battling opponents, 19th, after a thrilling battle at the Olympic Stadium, but now trail leaders Real Madrid by 10 points.

February 10, 2024
February 10, 2024

Ter Stegen, Raphinha set for Barca return

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said Saturday goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen and winger Raphinha are fit again after injury to help the team's ailing title defence.

February 10, 2024
February 10, 2024

Signing Mbappe would be 'worse' for Barca, says Deco

Barcelona Sporting Director Deco said that they are not looking to sign French forward Kylian Mbappe as it would only make the Spanish club “worse”.

February 4, 2024
February 4, 2024

Barcelona complaints 'unprofessional': Ancelotti

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said Saturday Barcelona complaints over his club allegedly influencing La Liga referees were unprofessional.

February 4, 2024
February 4, 2024

Barca ease past Alaves despite Roque red

Barcelona earned a 3-1 win at Alaves in La Liga on Saturday with Brazilian teenager Vitor Roque scoring and then sent off in a lively appearance off the bench.

February 3, 2024
February 3, 2024

Super League could start next season: Barca chief Laporta

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said Friday that a European Super League project could begin as soon as next season, adding that he does not care if English clubs join or not.

February 2, 2024
February 2, 2024

Real Madrid 'adulterating' La Liga: Barca coach Xavi

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez complained Friday rivals Real Madrid are influencing referees "every week" and said it meant La Liga was "completely adulterated".

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