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Messi hat-trick breaks Gerd Muller record: Barcelona 4-1 Malaga

May 2, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Lionel Messi’s ninth hat-trick of the campaign saw the Argentine break Gerd Muller’s 39-year old record for goals in a European season as Barcelona thrashed Malaga at the Nou Camp. Carles Puyol opened the scoring, and Salomón Rondón equalised, before … read more »

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Departing Barca boss Pep Guardiola focused on Copa del Rey final

May 1, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Pep Guardiola insists Barcelona still have plenty to play for, even with Real Madrid having likely won the Primera Division title. The Catalans have come up just short in the La Liga race this season, but the coach, speaking after … read more »

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Messi too emotional for Pep’s farewell

April 28, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Madrid – Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi said Friday he felt far too emotional to face the media glare at coach Pep Guardiola’s farewell announcement. “I want to thank Pep with all my heart for everything he has given me in … read more »

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Barcelona braced for Guardiola exit

April 27, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Barcelona have called a press conference this morning in which the future of manager Pep Guardiola is expected to be revealed. The speculation in recent weeks is that the 41-year-old will seek a break from the pressures of managing the … read more »

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Barcelona prepared to keep Arsenal waiting until transfer deadline day for Fabregas deal

July 7, 2011 by benim

Barcelona have warned Arsenal that they are prepared to hold out until the last minute if necessary to sign Cesc Fabregas.   The Gunners face the prospect of having to overhaul their first team this summer with Fabregas and Samir … read more »

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