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11 hours ago
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🗞️Today's front pages: Champions return as La Liga kicks off again
Barça makes its debut today in the domestic competition with the goal of defending its recent championship. Since yesterday, the ball has been smiling with the return of national leagues and today it's Barcelona's turn in Mallorca, with very high MARCA Diario AS Mundo Deportivo Diario SPORT Superdeporte Estadio Deportivo Sphera Sports L'Esportiu This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. 📸 JOSEP LAGO - AFP or licensors
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2 days ago
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Ballon d'Or 2025: Dembélé highlighted, anger rises at Barça
Ousmane Dembélé At Barça, there's a growing sense that Ousmane Dembélé is being promoted too heavily for the 2025 Ballon d'Or, unlike Lamine Yamal. What's frustrating the Barça-friendly press, who are solidly in Yamal's corner, is a recent move by the official Ballon d'Or communications team. Mundo Deportivo was quick to point out that less than 24 hours after the UEFA Super Cup, the Ballon d'Or page released a video spotlighting Ousmane Dembélé as he took part in a test where he had to choose between various football legends. In the video, the Frenchman names Lionel Messi as his ultimate MVP. But for many, this doesn't go unnoticed: they see it as a subtle way to put Dembélé in the limelight—a media boost that could have a real impact on the Ballon d'Or race. The Catalan press didn't waste any time responding. They're calling out what they see as excessive promotion of the Frenchman compared to Yamal, the young Barça star and direct rival. Even though the Ballon d'Or account posts videos and highlights of all the contenders, the fact that Dembélé was highlighted so soon after a key match is being viewed as blatant favoritism. Between sporting achievements and media maneuvering, the race for the Ballon d'Or is shaping up to be more intense than ever.
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2 days ago
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Barcelona midfielder's recovery progressing well, return set for September
Barcelona youngster Marc Bernal continues to make steady progress in his recovery from a serious knee injury, but his return to the pitch is not expected until September. According to a report from Mundo Deportivo, the 18-year-old midfielder is working hard in training but will not be rushed back into action. Bernal suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, along with damage to his external meniscus, during Barcelona's league clash against Rayo Vallecano on 27 August 2024. Weeks later, he underwent surgery and was given a 12-month recovery plan. Despite returning to full training intensity, the club's medical staff and coaches have decided to follow a cautious approach. The plan is to have Bernal back in competitive action after the first international break in September, targeting the La Liga fixture against Valencia. This would mark almost exactly one year since his operation. Taking no risks with his return Marc Bernal could return in September. (Photo by) The decision to wait until September is not due to any setback in Bernal's recovery. On the contrary, his rehabilitation has gone smoothly, and he has shown no signs of complications. However, Barcelona's approach follows the advice of top specialists in sports medicine, who recommend that young players recovering from knee injuries take their time before returning. Experts believe that for players still developing physically, a slower and more careful rehabilitation process reduces the risk of long-term damage and improves the chances of a full recovery. This approach is becoming more common in elite football, especially with injuries as serious as an ACL tear. For Barcelona, Bernal is a valuable talent for the future, and the club is willing to wait a few extra weeks to ensure he returns in peak condition. While fans may be eager to see him back on the pitch, the focus remains on protecting his long-term career and avoiding any risk of recurrence.
