Tag: La Liga

Griezmann close to shock March move to Orlando City, Atletico farewell planned

Antoine Griezmann
February 2026

Antoine Griezmann is reportedly nearing a mid-season switch to MLS with Orlando City, leaving Atletico during a decisive stretch in Spain and Europe. Negotiations are described as advanced, with Orlando staff travelling to Spain; Griezmann is expected to play a small run of final fixtures including a Copa del Rey semi-final second leg vs Barcelona, then a farewell at home against Real Sociedad.

Antony breaks down after late miss as Betis settle for 1-1 draw with Rayo

Antony
February 2026

Antony was consoled after collapsing in tears when he missed a late opportunity, with Betis drawing 1-1 against Rayo Vallecano. The moment capped a high-emotion night for the winger, whose career arc has swung from an expensive Manchester United spell to a productive loan at Betis and then a permanent return, where he has been key in their push for Champions League places.

Girona stun Barcelona 2-1 as Yamal penalty miss and late VAR call fuel fury

Lamine Yamal
February 2026

Barcelona lost 2-1 away at Girona, dropping key points in the La Liga title race. Yamal missed a first-half penalty, Barca briefly led through Pau Cubarsi, then conceded twice, including a late winner that survived a VAR review. Barca created early chances but failed to convert. Cubarsi headed in on the hour, Girona equalised immediately through Thomas Lemar, then Fran Beltran scored in the 87th minute after a check for a potential foul in the build-up. Lewandowski had a late goal ruled out for offside.

Bardghji Frozen Out as Minutes Dry Up at Barcelona

Roony Bardghji
February 2026

Bardghji is struggling for game time at Barcelona, featuring sparingly despite the club’s congested fixture list across domestic and European competitions. He has played only five of Barcelona’s 12 matches this year, logging roughly 160 minutes from a possible 500. Cameos have been brief, often around ten minutes, continuing a season-long pattern where he has periodically dropped out of the rotation entirely.

Mbappe Caught Insulting Fourth Official After Disputed Decisions in Valencia Match

Kylian Mbappé
January 2026

Kylian Mbappé was filmed confronting the fourth official over an offside decision, using insulting language in the tunnel and again seeking an explanation before the second half. With the match 0-0 at the break, Mbappé challenged an offside call that he believed wrongly stopped a run on goal. Broadcast footage captured him demanding an explanation, being told it would be discussed inside, then insulting the official and later complaining again when he felt no explanation was given.

Lewandowski Joins Messi and Ronaldo in 15-Season Elite Scoring Run

Robert Lewandowski
January 2026

Robert Lewandowski scored against Real Mallorca to extend a rare streak of 10-plus league goals across 15 consecutive seasons in Europe’s top five leagues, matching Lionel Messi’s run and placing him alongside Cristiano Ronaldo in a three-man modern-era club. With minutes managed and his contract nearing a decision point, Lewandowski still delivered a clinical opener from close range after the ball dropped to him in the box. The 15-season sequence began in 2011-12 at Dortmund and continued through Bayern to Barca.

Flick Criticises Barcelona Finishing After 3-1 Win Despite Huge Chance Volume

Hansi Flick
January 2026

Barcelona won 3-1 but Flick criticised wasteful finishing, saying the performance should have produced more goals. Barcelona generated heavy shot volume and high expected goals, went ahead via Yamal, were pegged back, then regained control through Torres and a late Rashford goal; Flick praised overall play but singled out the final actions in attack.

Carrick Would Consider Rashford Return if He Lands United Job Permanently, Barca Option Looms

Michael Carrick
January 2026

Reports claim Carrick would be open to bringing Rashford back if appointed permanently, despite Rashford stating he wants to stay at Barcelona. Rashford has nine goals and nine assists in 31 appearances and says his aim is to remain at Barca, but the club’s ability to activate a reported £26m option is uncertain; Carrick’s stance contrasts with Ruben Amorim, who reportedly did not want Rashford at United.

Arbeloa Tells Bellingham to Conserve Energy in Training

Alvaro Arbeloa
January 2026

Arbeloa says he told Bellingham to “stop running” in training, praising his work rate and leadership while urging him to manage output and conserve energy. Arbeloa frames Bellingham as a long-term cornerstone, highlighting his intensity 48 hours after a match and suggesting smarter energy management for longevity and performance balance.

Antony Defends Emotional Bench Reaction After Betis Substitution

Antony
January 2026

Antony says footage of him kicking equipment and appearing tearful after being substituted in a loss to Alaves was competitiveness and self-criticism, not disrespect toward the club or squad. The report links his frustration to playing through a pubis issue and being withdrawn during a difficult game state, with Antony using social media to directly address the incident.

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