Messi shows the way for Barca against a difficult Osasuna

It was up to Argentine maestro Leo Messi to show the way forward for Barcelona against a very good Osasuna side who could have snatched victory from the Catalans.

FC Barcelona draws first blood in the Super Cup Clasico

Barca drew first blood in the first leg of the clasico Spanish Super Cup against Real Madrid. Although the game was pretty poor in the first half with Madrid looking more bored than anything else, it soon livened up in the second half with goals from Pedro, Messi and Xavi.

Barca loses out to Sampdoria in the Joan Gamper Trophy

Barca lost out to Italian side Sampdoria in the 47th edition of the Joan Gamper Trophy last night by a goal to nil. Barca fielded a rather watered down version of its crack squad preferring to concentrate on the game this Thursday against Real Madrid.

Villa adds the fifth as Barca premieres in style

Barca premiered last night against Real Sociedad and showed the world they have not been sleeping on their laurels. With goals from Puyol, a brace from Messi and finally from Pedro and David Villa , this tally of goals ensued a great start to the season for Barca.

David Villa is back after 8 months out

David Villa made a comeback against Dynamo Bucharest in which the Blaugrana’s won 2 nil. This is welcome news for Tito Vilanova as the new season beckons and Barca meet Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup.

Barca ready to sign Song from Arsenal

Alex Song from Arsenal could make a move to FC Barcelona if the Catalan club don’t get Javi Martinez from Athletic Bilbao. Song would definitely add some depth to Barca’s midfield.

Thiago Alcantara won’t quit FC Barcelona says father

Thiago Alcantara, Barca’s attacking midfielder won’t be quitting Barcelona for Manchester United or Arsenal says his father, ex Brazil star Mazinho stating that his son has a contract with the Blaugrana’s until 2015.

Mascherano feels valued at Barca

Argentine centre back Javier Mascherano says he feels very valued at Can Barca and talks with his representatives are under way to work out a new deal that’ll hopefully keep him at the Nou Camp for many years.