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Yamal takes center stage for ruthless Barcelona and PSG wins ahead of Champions League showdown

Lamine Yamal stands out for Barcelona in a bad-tempered and spectacular 5-2 win at Real Betis that maintained the visitors’ perfect start to La Liga before a Champions League showd...

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Sets up equalizer before exit Olmo assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 4-1 victory against Galatasaray.

Impact Olmo recorded one assist, two shots, one on target, one cross and two corners across 58 minutes in Tuesday's 4-1 win at Galatasaray. Operating as a false nine, he headed narrowly wide in the first half and later tested Ugurcan Cakir from a long-range free kick before slipping Joao Cancelo into the area for Barcelona's 43rd minute equalizer. Olmo helped Barcelona control the ball in advanced areas before being replaced by Gabriel Jesus shortly before the hour mark.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Impresses during Spain duty Olmo recorded three assists across three starts for Spain during the international break, totaling 218 minutes while being rested for the match against Croatia.

Impact Olmo made a strong impact across his three appearances, providing an assist in each while receiving a full rest during the second match of the international window. The midfielder returns to Barcelona available for the clash against Getafe after a productive but manageable workload. He has started just two of seven league matches this season while recording three assists, and competition with Fermin Lopez means his place in the starting XI remains uncertain.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Olmo Reveals Where He Wants to Retire — and It's Not Barcelona Dani Olmo’s agent revealed where the Barcelona star wants to finish his playing career and where he hopes to begin his coaching journey.

OCTOBER 2 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Spain coach announces Nations League squad in Ceuta in show of support after its migration crisis

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has announced his Nations League squad from Ceuta in a show of support for the Spanish city in northern Africa that has become the center of a migrati...

SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Provides one assist in win Olmo assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and 11 corners in Wednesday's 7-2 win versus Racing Santander.

Impact Olmo provided the final pass for Raphinha's second goal in the 42nd minute, finding the forward in space inside the box for a first-time finish. He also created five additional chances during a full 90-minute performance, continuing to operate as one of Barcelona's main creative outlets. Olmo has started only two of six LaLiga matches and remains in competition with Fermin for the No. 10 role, but his chance creation gives him a strong route to significant minutes.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

"No hunger or urgency whatsoever" - Fans call out Barcelona star for his showing despite their 5-1 win over Feyenoord in UCL clash Barcelona fans on social media have slammed Dani Olmo despite their 5-1 win over Feyenoord in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, September 9.

SEPTEMBER 9 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Two assists Sunday Olmo assisted twice to go with two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Valencia.

Impact Olmo was only on the field for 15 minutes Sunday, but that was enough to make an impact in the match, already going Barcelona's way. The midfielder would earn two assists, finding Pedri in the 79th minute and Lamine Yamal in the 84th minute. These are his first goal contributions of the season, coming in his fourth appearance (one start).

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Olmo Defends Julián Alvarez: "We All Have Dreams" Dani Olmo spoke about one of the moves that failed to materialize during the transfer window: Julián Alvarez's potential move to Barcelona....

SEPTEMBER 2 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Rodri arrives hailing Barcelona's soccer values after a 'tough decision' to leave Man City

Barcelona has made official the signing of Spain captain Rodri with the midfielder celebrating his arrival to a club that understands “the values” of soccer and saying it was a “to...

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Rodri says it's 'a dream to play for Barcelona' as he arrives to seal transfer from Man City

Spain’s World Cup-winning captain Rodri has arrive in Barcelona to seal his transfer from Manchester City to the Catalan club

AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

La Liga launches big European domestic leagues without Barcelona and Real Madrid

The Spanish league is the first of Europe's big domestic leagues to kick off this weekend less than a month after Spain won the World Cup

AUGUST 13 • Associated Press

Reports to Ciutat Esportiva Olmo is back at Barcelona's training facility as preseason begins, having won the World Cup with Spain, according to Jijantes FC.

Impact Olmo contributed two assists across eight appearances during the tournament, continuing a productive stretch that also included seven goals and around eight assists in LaLiga last season despite occasional injury interruptions, with his central creative role in manager Hansi Flick's system unlocked when fully healthy. His main question mark remains availability given his history of muscular issues, though a regular role could push his output even higher this season. Olmo is expected to continue building toward full fitness as the club's preseason continues.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Hansi Flick opens up on Barcelona's managing world champion egos after Spain's summer glory

Hansi Flick has opened up about the unique challenges facing his Barcelona squad as they transition from international glory back to the dai...

AUGUST 4 • goal

Hansi Flick opens up on Barcelona's managing world champion egos after Spain's summer glory

Argentina's Martinez plays cool in net, even as teammates turn reckless in historic World Cup final

Emiliano Martinez was cool as could be in goal, even as impatience and frustration brewed among his fiery Argentine teammates

JULY 20 • Associated Press

The Latest: Spain scores in extra time, beats Argentina 1-0 to win World Cup

Spain substitute Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute to give his team a 1-0 win over defending champion Argentina in the World Cup final

JULY 19 • Associated Press

Logs two shots versus Argentina Olmo had two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win over Argentina.

Impact Olmo failed to extend a productive streak in terms of goals or assists, but he showed his skills by succeeding in each of his three dribbles and winning six of eight individual duels during the World Cup championship win. The attacker was a key factor in Spain's title run, highlighting his dynamism from a No. 10 role. In terms of direct contributions, he failed to score but delivered two assists over eight appearances (six starts). He remains a solid offensive contributor with plenty of fantasy value heading into the 2026/27 La Liga season.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Top 50 Players From The 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup was filled with household names delivering big moments and breakout stars who shined. Here's our ranking of the top 50.

JULY 17 • FOX SPORTS

Assists in win over France Olmo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-0 victory over France.

Impact Olmo provided a nice touch to return the ball to Pedro Porro, setting up the second goal of the match in the 58th minute of play. The Barcelona man also recorded a 97 percent pass accuracy from 30 attempts and won three of his nine ground duels across 78 minutes on the field. He has now delivered two assists over seven appearances (five starts) in the 2026 World Cup, featuring always in a No. 10 spot. He'll likely remain one of Spain's top creative threats in the decisive clash.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Spain vs. France Combined XI: Mbappé, Yamal Lead Star-Studded Team

Ahead of Spain and France’s World Cup semifinal, we picked a combined XI featuring Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Michael Olise and Rodri.

JULY 13 • FOX SPORTS

Spain vs. France Combined XI: Mbappé, Yamal Lead Star-Studded Team

France vs. Spain: Major Tournament Matchups Through The Years

Spain and France meet again in a World Cup semifinal after six major tournament clashes dating back to the Euro 1984 final.

JULY 12 • FOX SPORTS

France vs. Spain: Major Tournament Matchups Through The Years

Two shots in win Olmo recorded two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 victory against Belgium.

Impact Olmo played a big role in Spain's win, as the first goal happened after he took a shot that was deflected by Thibaut Courtois (undisclosed), allowing Fabian Ruiz to score. Olmo has been a regular starter for Spain all tournament long and should keep his place as long as manager Luis de La Fuente decides to roll with the same 4-2-3-1 tactic against France in the semifinals on Tuesday. He only has one assist, though.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

'Comfortable'—Barcelona Offered Unlikely New Julian Alvarez Alternative Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo has offered his services to manager Hansi Flick as an alternative to the La Liga champions’ ongoing pursuit o...

JULY 7 • SI.COM

Records two shots Olmo recorded two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Monday's 1-0 victory versus Portugal.

Impact Olmo played up until the 85th minute Monday, having been replaced by eventual goal scorer, Mikel Merino. He would earn two shots and two chances created in his time on the field, although unable to break the Portugal defense. He has now gone three appearances since his last goal contribution, with one assist and no goals World Cup.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona's transfer shackles finally off as La Liga lifts massive spending restrictions

Barcelona have been handed a major summer transfer window boost, with La Liga reportedly returning to the 1:1 spending rule. This landmark s...

JULY 2 • goal

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