Barcelona

Pep Guardiola warned to keep talking at Bayern

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday June 19, 2013

Even before he takes office, the pressure on Guardiola is considerable after his predecessor, Jupp Heynckes, steered the team to an historic treble of European, league and cup titles.

Bayern Munich expect thousands for Pep Guardiola's debut

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday June 19, 2013

Guardiola, who won 14 titles in four years at Barcelona, has signed a three-year contract with Bayern, taking over from Jupp Heynckes, who guided the Bavarians to the treble of European, league and cup titles last season -- the first German side t...

Puyol to undergo another knee surgery

Agence France Presse | Tuesday June 18, 2013

Barca did though confirm that the player should only be out of action for three to four weeks, meaning who could return in time for the start of the club's first pre-season friendly against Lech Gdansk in Poland on July 20.

Confederations Cup: Jonathan Tehau dreams of Barcelona after landmark goal

Agence-France-Presse | Tuesday June 18, 2013

Jonathan Tehau struggled to articulate his joy after becoming the first player to score for Tahiti at a high-profile international tournament in his side's 6-1 loss to Nigeria at the Confederations Cup.

Robert Lewandowski at Bayern Munich for 2014-15, say reports

Agence-France-Presse | Monday June 17, 2013

Robert Lewandowski will see out his Borussia Dortmund contract then join Champions League winners Bayern Munich for the 2014/15 season, turning down offers from England's Premier League, according to reports on Monday.

Neymar not fazed by goal drought

Agence France Presse | Friday June 14, 2013

On Saturday, Neymar will once again sport the mythical number 10 shirt once worn by his feted Santos and Brazil predecessor Pele, but he said he felt no added pressure.

No doubt over Lionel Messi's innocence, say Barcelona

Agence-France-Presse | Thursday June 13, 2013

Barcelona threw their support behind Lionel Messi on Thursday, insisting they had no doubt that the superstar was innocent of tax avoidance.

Ex-Barcelona president Joan Laporta says Lionel Messi paid his taxes

Associated Press | Thursday June 13, 2013

Former Barcelona president Joan Laporta is defending Lionel Messi against allegations of tax fraud, a case that experts say could carry a prison sentence for the Argentina star.

Lionel Messi's polished image faces first scandal

Agence-France-Presse | Thursday June 13, 2013

The sporting world was shocked on Wednesday by the news that four-time World Player of the Year Lionel Messi is being pursued by the Spanish tax authorities for an alleged fraud worth over four million euros ($5 million).

Lionel Messi and his father deny tax accusations

Agence-France-Presse | Wednesday June 12, 2013

Barcelona football superstar Lionel Messi on Wednesday denied any wrongdoing in his tax filings and expressed shock at allegations of tax crimes against him and his father.

Prosecutor brings tax fraud case against Lionel Messi

Associated Press | Wednesday June 12, 2013

A state prosecutor for the northeastern region of Catalonia has lodged a lawsuit against Lionel Messi for fraud in unpaid income tax amounting to 4 million euros ($5.3 million).

Jose Mourinho hits back over Andre Iniesta criticism

Agence-France-Presse | Tuesday June 11, 2013

Newly reinstalled Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho on Monday hit back at Andres Iniesta after the Barcelona midfielder claimed he "damaged Spanish football" during his time as Real Madrid coach.

Mercedes summoned over Pirelli tyre test

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 10, 2013

Mercedes' rivals Red Bull complained to FIA bosses about a private test carried out by Mercedes in Barcelona last month.

Celta Vigo appoint Luis Enrique as manager

Agence France Presse | Sunday June 9, 2013

Enrique enjoyed a stellar playing career in which he represented both Real Madrid and Barcelona, but after a successful spell as Barca B coach between 2008 and 2011, he endured a difficult season in charge of Roma during the 2011/12 season.

Jose Mourinho hasn't left a legacy at Real Madrid, says Barcelona's Xavi Hernandez

Agence France-Presse | Saturday June 8, 2013

The Spanish international has been a fierce critic of sides who set-up negatively to combat Barca's frequent domination of possession and says Mourinho hasn't left a positive lasting legacy in Madrid.