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Lionel Messi: La Liga Performance in 2012/13
An in-depth statistical breakdown of Lionel Messi's performance over the past La Liga season -- thanks to the hard work of Benjamin Pugsley
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Gallery: FC Barcelona's Last Game of the Season
I was lucky enough to be at the Camp Nou for Barça last game of the 2012-13 season, the same game that Eric Abidal said his goodbyes to FC Barcelona. Report from the trip, with pictures, included.
Eric Abidal's Greatest Moments With Barcelona
Eric Abidal announced yesterday that he will be leaving the club this summer after six years of loyal service, so let's relive some of Abidal's greatest moments in a Blaugrana shirt
Thiago And The €18 Million Release Clause
Over the past few months, reports have emerged linking Thiago with a move away from the Camp Nou - although this supposed €18 million release clause doesn't make one iota of sense...
Is 100 Points a Big Deal?
Barcelona is two wins away from finishing the season on 100 points, which would tie Real Madrid's record from last year. While it's a nice stat, is it really all that important?
Joan Laporta Considering A Return
Joan Laporta has revealed that he is considering a return to FC Barcelona, commenting on a wide range of topics in an interview with DPA
Barcelona vs Bayern: Three Keys To The Comeback
Just what does FC Barcelona need to do if they are to pull off a miraculous comeback against Bundesliga champions, Bayern Munich in the 2012-2013 UEFA Champions League?
Bayern vs. Barca - Possession and Pressing
The Champions League semifinals are just days away and the top two teams of the past five years (according to UEFA's ratings) face off for a place in the final.
How Much Should Messi Play? And Other Questions
Barcelona have lots of decisions to make before their second leg Champions League clash with Paris Saint Germain. Will Messi be fit enough to start? Who will partner Gerard Pique in central defense? And what surprising formations could Tito use?
Barca's Progress May Rest on Alexis and Cesc
With Lionel Messi out and the backline in trouble, the unlikely saviors could prove to be the in form but super inconsistent tandem of Alexis Sanchez and Cesc Fabregas.
PSG and Barca Represent Different Philosophies
The match up between PSG and FC Barcelona in the last eight of the Champions League presents two extremes in terms of team-building.
Picking Barcelona's Best XI
As we get ready to approach the "business end" of 2012-2013, I take a look at Barcelona's season so far, utilising the community player ratings to select Barcelona's "Best XI"
The Enigma that is Alexis Sanchez
The future of FC Barcelona's forward Alexis Sanchez has been a hot topic once again lately, with a move back to Italy rumored. But is it really the best time for Alexis to leave the Catalan capital?
Next up: Rayo Vallecano (Scouting Report)
Barcelona receive one of the surprise packages of La Liga tomorrow as Rayo Vallecano visits the Camp Nou. The Madrid-based outfit are competing for European places despite their modest budget and history. Barca will have to be vigilant to reta
Barcelona Pull off the Miracle... And More
Barcelona took the Camp Nou on a bad run of games, trailing 2-0 and with the looming possibility of an away goal. AC Milan came in on a blazing run of form. Yet Barcelona were the classic Barca last night and secured a breathtaking 4-0 win.
Who Will Start for Barca? Which Formation?
The Barcelona coaching staff has some tough decisions heading into the Champions League clash against AC Milan. Will Lionel Messi play in midfield, with a striker in front? Will Barca go with only three defenders?
Can Barcelona comeback against Milan?
There was no doubt when the final whistle blew in Milan, this was a bad night for Barcelona. 66% possession for the Catalans but the kind of sterile possession that makes it difficult to create...
Next Up: Deportivo La Coruña (Scouting Report)
Barcelona look to put the past few weeks behind them and reassert their lead in La Liga. With an eye on the upcoming Champions League match against AC Milan, squad rotation is in store in the match against Deportivo.La Coruña.
El Clasico: Don't Count Barcelona Out Just Yet
Barcelona have an 100% record following each and every defeat this season; can they extend that run with a win this afternoon against Real Madrid?
Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Tactical Analysis
Barcelona may have lost against Real Madrid earlier in the week, but do they really need to make major adjustments to defeat Los Blancos?
Time to Jump Ship? Hell no!
FC Barcelona have been going through another difficult February which inspired me to take a look at some of the criticisms that have been aimed at the club recently.
FC Barcelona: What Is It About February?
Ever since Pep Guardiola took charge, Barcelona have struggled for form in February. I take a look through the history books to try and figure out why before posing the question: does anything really need to be done?
David Villa: Bus-Buster?
With a come-from-behind win against Sevilla in the last match, it's hard not to think that Barcelona were in some way practicing to overturn the two-goal deficit in their Champions League tie with Milan.
Can Barcelona Still Eliminate AC Milan?
I take a look down memory lane to see whether Barcelona can overturn a 2-0 deficit and eliminate AC Milan from the UEFA Champions League
Champions League: Barca's Keys to Beat Milan
European football returns! Barcelona face AC Milan in the Champions League. Who will shine - Stephan El Shaarawy or Lionel Messi? Can the Blaugrana get the result at the San Siro or will it be Milan?
Start or Sit? Lining Up Barcelona Against Milan
FC Barcelona faces AC Milan on Wednesday in the first leg of their Champions League draw. With Xavi Hernandez fit to return from injury, but a busy schedule ahead, how aggressive will Tito Vilanova be?
