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The curse of the Pep in Yaya’s step
The Ivorian’s contentious comments offer pause for thought about his stifled career opportunities
Patrice Motsepe reveals Sundowns-Barca showdown details
The La Liga champion’s visit is seen as a major score not just for the Pretoria club, but South African football as a whole
Messi strike helps 10-man Barca earn draw as Ronaldo goes off injured
Lionel Messi weaved his magic to keep 10-man Barcelona’s unbeaten season alive as a 2-2 draw at the Camp Nou
‘Yes’ wins Catalonia independence vote marred by chaos
Spanish police attempted to deter the Catalan Referendum, but 90 percent of the region are in favour of breaking away.
An independent Catalonia will leave Barça in a catch-22
The team is something that an entire society can cling to, even in the dark days of dictatorship.
Messi upstages player of the year Ronaldo
Lionel Messi’s hat-trick away from home gave Barcelona the victory over Real Madrid in Sunday’s El Clasico.
New coach Martino a tactically shrewd choice for Barca
The appointment of Gerardo "Tata" Martino as Barcelona coach is slightly at odds with the Catalan giants’ recent run of managerial appointments.
Messi tax evasion accusations shock Spain
Lionel Messi’s spotless image as the world’s greatest footballer has taken a stunning blow with accusations that he cheated on his taxes.
Lionel Messi and father accused of tax fraud
Barcelona’s Lionel Messi and his father have been accused by Spanish tax authorities of defrauding the state of more than $5.3-million.
Mourinho stirs fierce debate at Real assembly
The subject of Jose Mourinho prompted passionate debate between members at Real Madrid’s general assembly.
Margin of Barcelona victory ‘excessive’, says Ramos
Real Madrid did not deserve to lose by two goals against leaders Barcelona at the Nou Camp on Saturday, says coach Juande Ramos.