Dani Alves is a shadow of his former self when he would regularly provide goal assists and Barcelona could count on him. Although Tito Vilanova is giving the Brazilian playing time, Alves’ figures are not adding up like they used to. The Catalan club is relying on hime to return to his former self and be the player he once was which helped Guardiola in his four year spell as Barca coach.
Barca’s winning streak halted by Real Sociedad
January 20, 2013 by
Barcelona’s magnificent run of 10 away game wins hit a brick wall last night against a very strong Real Sociedad side at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastián. Barca were winning by 2 goals to one at half time but the tables were turned in the second half when defender Gerard Piqué was sent off for picking up two yellow cards. Barca were then punished by Real Sociedad who went on to score another 2 goals.
Barcelona were ready to offer Valdes 8M euros per season
January 19, 2013 by
If Barcelona stopper Victor Valdes’ agents had taken the time to listen to the Catalan club’s offer, they would have learnt that they were willing to pay him 8M euros per season putting the player among Barca’s highest paid stars like Xavi, Iniesta or Villa. The club has said that money was no problem and Valdes’ contract renewal proposal had already been very well studied.
Where will Victor Valdes go after Barcelona?
January 18, 2013 by
After the shock announcement of Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes that he will not renew his contract and that his decision is irrevocable, the big question is this: Where will Valdes end his footballing career? Victor’s contract expires in June 2014 and the keeper will be 32 years old and has expressed a desire to know other cultures and football. Is he bound for Brazil?
Barcelona back Guardiola’s move to Bayern Munich
January 17, 2013 by
Barcelona’s stars have backed former Barca coach Pep Guardiola’s move to the German Bundesliga to take the reins at Bayern Munich for three years. Coach Tito Vilanova, sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta along with a host of Barcelona’s stars including captain Carles Puyol have all endorsed Guardiola’s move and wish him all the best for the future.
Camacho leaves Nou Camp dumbstruck with late goal
January 17, 2013 by
Barca failed to put Malaga to the sword last night at the Nou Camp and have made it difficult for themselves next Thursday at La Rosaleda stadium for the second leg of their Copa del Rey clash. Fine goals from both Lionel Messi and Carles Puyol and a few missed chances failed to put the Catalan club in the driving seat for next week’s decider.
Guardiola shocks Premier League by Choosing Bayern Munich
January 16, 2013 by
Ex Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has shocked the world this afternoon by signing for German giants Bayern Munich. The Catalan, who is on a sabbatical in New york, has penned a three-year deal at the Allianz Arena stadium and will take over from Jupp Heynckes in July. Bayern are currently top of the Bundesliga 9 points clear of Bayer Leverkusen.
Guardiola to take charge of a Premier League club next season
January 16, 2013 by
Ahead of the English FA’s 150 year anniversary, Ex Barça coach Pep Guardiola has made his next destination known – the English Premier League. With offers coming in from the top 3 clubs in the country and Chelsea willing to break the bank to land him, Guardiola looks set to coach in England after his sabbatical.
