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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

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal On Spain's World Cup Squad With No Real Madrid Players

Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams have been included in Spain’s World Cup squad which doesn't include any Real Madrid players.

MAY 25 • FOX SPORTS

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal On Spain's World Cup Squad With No Real Madrid Players

Barcelona player ratings vs Osasuna: Marcus Rashford makes crucial impact off the bench as Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres edge La Liga leaders ever closer to the title

With Barcelona still said to be mulling over whether to sign Marcus Rashford on a permanent basis, the on-loan Manchester United attacker pr...

MAY 2 • goal

Barcelona player ratings vs Osasuna: Marcus Rashford makes crucial impact off the bench as Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres edge La Liga leaders ever closer to the title

Back from ban Garcia is eligible again after missing the last contest versus Getafe due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Garcia's return gives the La Liga leaders a great boost, as he could help in different positions in the back and midfield lines. He made most of his latest appearance as a central midfielder, tallying more than 40 passes and at least one tackle in each of his last five outings across all competitions. All of Gavi, Gerard Martin and Jules Kounde may split time on the pitch with Garcia depending on which role he's deployed in.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Julian Alvarez and Alessandro Bastoni to Barcelona?! How Blaugrana might afford summer spending spree in bid to challenge for Champions League again

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick doesn't want to get bogged down in questions about the summer transfer window at this particular moment in time,...

APRIL 23 • goal

Julian Alvarez and Alessandro Bastoni to Barcelona?! How Blaugrana might afford summer spending spree in bid to challenge for Champions League again

Will miss Getafe Game Garcia is set to be suspended after accumulating five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Garcia picked up his fifth yellow card in La Liga and is now suspended for the match against Getafe on April 25. The versatile defender has been a regular starter, and his absence guarantees a shake-up in the starting XI, with Frenkie de Jong likely to start in midfield until he returns.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

UEFA have caused Barcelona 'serious harm' as vice-president defends official complaint after Atletico Madrid upset

Barcelona have officially lodged a formal complaint with UEFA following their Champions League exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid, citing...

APRIL 17 • goal

UEFA have caused Barcelona 'serious harm' as vice-president defends official complaint after Atletico Madrid upset

After another exit, Yamal again vows to win Champions League with Barcelona

Lamine Yamal has renewed his promise to win the Champions League with Barcelona

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Raphinha criticizes referees after Barcelona's Champions League elimination, says club was 'robbed'

Barcelona forward Raphinha has criticized the refereeing after Barcelona’s quarterfinal elimination against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Atletico Madrid withstands Barcelona's early blitz to reach the Champions League semifinals

Atletico Madrid has held on after an early charge by Barcelona to reach the Champions League semifinals for the first time in nearly a decade

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

Will make bench Sunday Garcia (hamstring) will make the bench for Sunday's clash against Rayo Vallecano, according to coach Hansi Flick, per Alfredo Martinez from Onda Cero Radio.

Impact Garcia was limited in training this week because of hamstring muscle overload but is still set to make the bench for Sunday's matchup against Rayo Vallecano. The versatile defender should be available as a bench option, though he is not likely to be pushed too hard in order to avoid a bigger setback given how important he is to the Blaugranas. Until he is back at full speed, Ronald Araujo and youngster Xavi Espart are in line to handle bigger roles.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play until after break Garcia (hamstring) is still dealing with muscle overload and won't play before early April, according to Sergi Capdevila from Sport.

Impact Garcia will be unavailable for Sunday's clash against Rayo Vallecano and will also skip the upcoming international break with La Roja to fully recover from a hamstring muscle overload. The defender has been a locked-in starter across both midfield and the back line when called upon, so his absence forces a shake-up in the starting XI. Ronald Araujo or the youngster Xavi Espart now profile as the leading options to slot in at right-back on Sunday.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off early Garcia was forced off the field in Wednesday's match against Newcastle due to an apparent injury.

Impact Garcia would only make it to the 21st minute Wednesday before he was taken off the field, appearing to have suffered an injury. That said, little could be given from his reaction walking off the field, taking the walk to the sidelines with no limp or pain in his face, leaving a bit of uncertainty. It is unlikely the defender was off for tactical reasons this early in the match, with more likely to be announced after the game. Ronal Araujo would enter the field in his place.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Hansi Flick explains decision to bench Lamine Yamal for Barcelona's clash with Sevilla

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has opted for caution regarding Lamine Yamal at a crucial time in the season. The German boss has left the...

MARCH 15 • goal

Hansi Flick explains decision to bench Lamine Yamal for Barcelona's clash with Sevilla

Fit to play Garcia (hamstring) has trained fully in recent days and is an option for Sunday's clash against Sevilla, according to coach Hansi Flick. "All the players who train with us can play...

Impact Garcia has shaken off the hamstring issue that kept him out of the Champions League clash against Newcastle and is back in contention for Sunday's showdown with Sevilla after returning to full training with the squad. This is a major boost for the Blaugranas since he is an undisputed starter whenever he is fully fit and available. That said, with the second leg against the Magpies looming Wednesday, Garcia could be eased back in with a role off the bench against Sevilla.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Trains normally Friday Garcia (hamstring) was spotted training normally with the squad Friday and should be an option for Sunday's clash against Sevilla, according to Javi Miguel from Diario AS.

Impact Garcia missed the last Champions League clash against Newcastle due to a hamstring overload, but the defender was back training normally with the squad Friday and should be in the mix for Sunday's showdown with Sevilla. That would be a boost for the Blaugranas since he has been an undisputed starter this season whether in the back line or midfield, and his presence will be key as the club pushes for the La Liga title while preparing for Wednesday's second leg against the Magpies in UCL. That said, if Garcia ends up starting on the bench Sunday, Ronald Araujo would be in line to slot into the defense.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Concern for Barcelona as Lamine Yamal misses training after Champions League draw with Newcastle

Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal missed training on Thursday, sparking concerns ahead of Sunday's La Liga clash with Sevilla. The...

MARCH 12 • goal

Concern for Barcelona as Lamine Yamal misses training after Champions League draw with Newcastle

Suffers overload in hamstring Garcia is dealing with a hamstring overload and will miss a second straight game after sitting out Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Newcastle in the Champions League, according to Javi M...

Impact Garcia is set for scans on Wednesday after sitting out Tuesday's Champions League draw with Newcastle due to hamstring overload. The versatile defender will also miss Sunday's showdown with Sevilla as Barcelona manage his workload with one eye on the decisive second leg against the Magpies next Wednesday. It's a real hit for the Blaugrana, as Garcia has been a locked-in starter this season, whether anchoring the back line or stepping into midfield. His absence forces a shuffle in the starting XI, with Ronald Araujo the most likely candidate to step in and hold down the defense until Garcia is back in action.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Yamal's curling strike gives Barcelona a hard-fought win at Athletic Bilbao

Lamine Yamal has once again shown his ability to decide a game when Barcelona’s teenage star broke the deadlock with a gorgeous strike to earn a 1-0 win at Athletic Bilbao

MARCH 7 • Associated Press

Barcelona player ratings vs Athletic Club: Lamine Yamal is special! Teenager's moment of magic keeps blunt Blaugrana four points clear in La Liga title race

Lamine Yamal scored a brilliant goal as Barcelona beat Athletic Club 1-0 on Saturday to maintain their four-point advantage at the top of La...

MARCH 7 • goal

Barcelona player ratings vs Athletic Club: Lamine Yamal is special! Teenager's moment of magic keeps blunt Blaugrana four points clear in La Liga title race

Flick adopts 'anything is possible' mentality in bid to erase 4-0 Copa del Rey loss by Atletico

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is adopting the “anything is possible” mentality ahead of the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals against Atletico Madrid

MARCH 2 • Associated Press

Barcelona player ratings vs Levante: Joao Cancelo rolls back the years while Frenkie de Jong grabs rare goal as Blaugrana bounce back to return to La Liga summit

Barcelona returned to winning ways with a 3-0 victory over Levante on Sunday that moved them back to the summit of La Liga as they took adva...

FEBRUARY 22 • goal

Barcelona player ratings vs Levante: Joao Cancelo rolls back the years while Frenkie de Jong grabs rare goal as Blaugrana bounce back to return to La Liga summit

Sets up opener Garcia assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Levante.

Impact Garcia set up the opener for Marc Bernal with a brilliant cross. Garcia also rotated the ball well with 118 passes. He has now accumulated 15 clearances, 11 tackles and five interceptions in the last five games and this was his second assist of the campaign.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Lamine Yamal is shouldering too much responsibility at Barcelona as familiar holes in Hansi Flick's game plan threaten to derail trophy hopes

Uncle Ben's eternally wise 'with great power comes great responsibility' warning to Peter Parker, aka Spiderman, is also applicable to Lamin...

FEBRUARY 20 • goal

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