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Hans India
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
El Clasico: La Liga standings do not matter, Barca's focus is on giving everything, says Hansi Flick
Barcelona: FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick believes his team will need to be at their highest level for Sunday's clash against Real Madrid and claimed his side will not think about the potential of them inching closer to the La Liga trophy. Barca have dominated Madrid this season, beating them 4-0 at the Bernabeu earlier in the league, 5-2 in the Spanish Super Cup Final in Riyadh, and 3-2 at La Cartuja in the Copa del Rey Final. Hansi Flick is looking to make it four out of four against the all-whites. Only one manager has got off to a better start than that as Pep Guardiola won five from 2008 to 2010. 'Everyone knows that in the El Clásico, you have to be at your highest level. This is what the team has to do tomorrow. We want to see the intensity on the pitch, the dominance. We all know Real is a fantastic team, but we play at home. I am really appreciative of our fans, and they support us a lot,' said Flick during the pre-game press conference. The El Clásico could prove to be the La Liga title decider. FC Barcelona currently sit four points clear of Los Blancos in the table, and a win would take them within touching distance of the trophy, but Flick remained adamant that his players will be 'When you ask the players, they want to win the El Clásico. It does not matter what effects it has on the table. The only focus is to give everything for the three points,' he said. There is good news for Barca as it has been announced that both Alejandro Balde and Marc Casado are back to full fitness, and are available for selection by Hansi Flick in Sunday's crunch game at home to Real Madrid. Marc Casado had suffered a partial tear of the lateral collateral ligament in his right knee, which was confirmed on March 18. Meanwhile, Balde went down injured against Leganes on April 12, sustaining a distal biceps femoris injury in his left thigh. The return of the defensive duo further strengthens Flick's side after striker Robert Lewandowski returned for Barcelona in the second half of the 3-4 loss against Inter Milan in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday (IST) 'I don't think either Balde or Lewandowski will start El Clásico, maybe they will get minutes in the second half. Gerard Martin is doing very well. Szczesny will start in goal,' he said.
Hans India
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
El Clasico: FC Barcelona host Real Madrid in potential La Liga decider
New Delhi: Real Madrid travel to the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on Sunday in what could prove to be the La Liga title decider. FC Barcelona currently sit four points clear of Los Blancos in the table and a win would take them within touching distance of the trophy with just four games remaining including the highly awaited El Clasico. Barca have dominated Madrid this season, beating them 4-0 at the Bernabeu earlier in the league, 5-2 in the Spanish Super Cup Final in Riyadh, and 3-2 at La Cartuja in the Copa del Rey Final. Hansi Flick is looking to make it four out of four against the all-whites. Only one manager has got off to a better start than that as Pep Guardiola won five from 2008 to 2010. Chilean striker Ivan Zamorano scored a remarkable 37 goals for Real Madrid in the 1992/93 season, the most by a player in his debut season at the club. In his first season at the club, Kylian Mbappe would be looking to match that number with just one more goal needed. Real Madrid have won their last four league games, and are hoping to string together a fifth for the first time this season, Barca on the other hand have also won four on the trot in La Liga and are unbeaten in 15 outings in the league. Their last defeat in the competition came against Atletico Madrid in December 2024. This game will also usher in a new era for La Liga fans in India after broadcaster FanCode , announced on Saturday, has secured a five-year exclusive deal to broadcast Spanish top-tier football league (La Liga) and second-tier (La Liga Hypermotion) in India for the next five years. Where: El Clasico will be played at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona When: El Clasico is scheduled to kick-off at 7:45 PM IST. Where to watch: La Liga is scheduled to be live streamed on FanCode.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Official: Barcelona confirm squad and make Lewandowski call for Inter semi-final
Barcelona have confirmed that Robert Lewandowski will be part of the group for the second leg of the Champions League semi-final against Inter in San Siro on Tuesday night, as Hansi Flick reveals his contingent of travelling players. Inter and Barcelona are currently level at 3-3 after goals from Marcus Thuram, Denzel Dumfries, Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres and a Yann Sommer own goal in a six-goal thriller in Montjuic on Wednesday. Advertisement The two teams will meet again in San Siro to fight for a place in the Champions League final, where the victors will go on to face either Paris Saint-Germain or Arsenal. Flick has confirmed a travelling squad of 23 players for the second leg of the Inter semi-final on Tuesday night. Yann Sommer of FC Internazionale saves a shot from Lamine Yamal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and FC Internazionale Milano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by) The headline news is that Lewandowski is back in the squad, having missed the last four matches with an injury to his left thigh. There is no Joules Kounde involved following his first-half withdrawal during the first leg on Tuesday. As well as Kounde, Barcelona will also be without Alejandro Balde, Marc Casado, Pablo Torre and Marc Bernal through injury. What Flick said about Lewandowski JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – JANUARY 12: Robert Lewandowski celebrates after the final whistle of the Spanish Super Cup Final between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona at King Abdullah Sports City on January 12, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by) 'We have to wait and see how things progress day by day,' Flick said during his pre-match press conference ahead of Barcelona's 2-1 win over Valladolid in LaLiga, reported via Football Espana. Advertisement 'Robert is progressing very well, and we'll have to see what Balde does,' Flick continued. 'He (Lewandowski) could be back for the second leg against Inter. Robert is doing very well and his progress is much better than we expected. We'll have to see. He's a great professional and always works hard to be 100%. He might be back on Tuesday.' Official: Barcelona squad for Inter semi-final second leg Yann Sommer of FC Internazionale saves a shot from Lamine Yamalduring the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by) Goalkeepers: Szczesny, Pena, Astralaga Defenders: Cubarsi, Araujo, Christensen, Eric Garcia, Fort, Landry. Midfielders: Gavi, Pedri, De Jong, Olmo, Fermin, Davrich. Forwards: Lewandowski, Fati, Raphinha, Yamal, Pau Victor.
India Today
03-05-2025
- Sport
- India Today
FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC, Kalinga Super Cup Final: Livestreaming, TV channel details
FC Goa are gearing up to face Jamshedpur FC in the grand finale of the 2025 Kalinga Super Cup on Saturday, May 3. With both clubs eyeing a strong finish to their season, the upcoming clash is expected to deliver high-intensity football and could well be the standout fixture of the the Gaurs, this match holds added significance. A win would not only make them the first side to lift the Super Cup twice but also seal their return to continental competition after a four-year gap. Goa's last appearance in Asia came during the 2021 AFC Champions League, and their current form suggests they are well poised for another opportunity. They marched into the final with a commanding 3-1 victory over a youthful Mohun Bagan side, continuing their impressive FC, on the other hand, have reached their first-ever final in any tournament since their formation. The Men of Steel, who had the second-leakiest defence in the ISL this season, have surprisingly turned things around in the Super Cup — keeping three consecutive clean sheets. A stunning long-range strike from Rei Tachikawa sealed their 1-0 semi-final win over Mumbai City FC, completing a historic run to the title Goa vs Jamshedpur FC in Super Cup: Head-to-Head This will be the fourth meeting between the two teams in the Super Cup, equalling the record for the most played fixture in the tournament. Goa triumphed in the 2018 and 2019 editions, while Jamshedpur took revenge with a thrilling 5-3 win in 2023. With both sides eager to end their campaign on a winning note, all signs point towards a blockbuster final in and where is FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC, Super Cup Final?advertisementFC Goa and Jamshedpur FC will face off in the Kalinga Super Cup Final on May 3, set to be held at the Kalinga Stadium in to watch and livestream FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC, Super Cup Final?Indian football fans can catch the Kalinga Super Cup Final between FC Goa and Jamshedpur FC on Star Sports 3 in India, and can also livestream the match on the JioHotstar app and website.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Flick reveals Lewandowski ‘better than expected' ahead of Inter-Barcelona
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has revealed that Robert Lewandowski 'might be back' in time to face Inter in the second leg of the Champions League semi-final on Tuesday night, and that the Poland international has progressed 'better than we expected' in his injury rehab. Inter and Barca are level at 3-3 at the midway stage of their Champions League semi-final tie after goals from Marcus Thuram, Denzel Dumfries, Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres and an own goal by Yann Sommer forced by Raphinha. Barcelona prepare to welcome back Lewandowski for Inter Despite their attacking excellence on the night, Barcelona were without leading goalscorer Lewandowski, who has been out with a muscular injury since mid-April. It was Ferran Torres who deputised up front during the first leg of the Champions League semi-final. BARCELONA, SPAIN – APRIL 30: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona scores his team's second goal past Yann Sommer of FC Internazionale whilst under pressure from Francesco Acerbi of FC Internazionale during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and FC Internazionale Milano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by) The Poland international has come up with 40 goals across all competitions this season. With 25 of those coming in LaLiga, the 36-year-old is currently third in the race for this season's European Golden Shoe, behind Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting CP and Liverpool's Mohamed Salah. Flick gives update on Lewandowski injury JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – JANUARY 12: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates after the final whistle of the Spanish Super Cup Final between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona at King Abdullah Sports City on January 12, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by) Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of Barcelona's upcoming LaLiga match against Real Valladolid, Flick confirmed that Lewandowski is in contention to feature against Inter on Tuesday, although he was unable to give any firm guarantees. Advertisement 'We have to wait and see how things progress day by day,' Flick said, reported via Football Espana. 'Robert is progressing very well, and we'll have to see what Balde does,' he continued. 'He (Lewandowski) could be back for the second leg against Inter. Robert is doing very well and his progress is much better than we expected. We'll have to see. He's a great professional and always works hard to be 100%. He might be back on Tuesday.'
