There are many legitimate criticisms to be made over how relevant Barcelonas ‘more than a club’ motto is these days, but what undoubtedly remains true is that the question of style of how Bara should go about winning is still more important than for any other team.Its for that reason Baras announcement earlier this week that Ernesto Valverde would be extending his contract as head coach was met with mixed reviews.
By renewing Ernesto Valverdes contract we are guaranteeing the continuation of a coach and person who so excellently represents the FC Barcelona values and our way of understanding football. Were sharing a winning project for Bara pic.twitter.com/wAaGeorjW5— Josep Maria Bartomeu (@jmbartomeu) February 15, 2019Virtually anywhere else, the decision to continue working with a coach who won a league and cup double in his first season, and is still on course for a treble in his second, would be seen as a no-brainer.But not at Camp Nou; or at least, not for a vocal section of the Barcelona support.
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The Blaugranas 1-0 win over Valladolid on Saturday will have done little to change the minds of Valverdes critics.Bara got the job done, taking a victory that ensured their lead at the top of La Liga remains comfortable, but it wasnt exactly a performance to tell the grandkids about in years to come. Peppered with moments of quality but at other times disjointed and lacking the zip on the ball Bara are known for at their best, the win was, in part, built upon individual excellence from key players like Gerard Pique, and also upon Valladolids chronic lack of quality up front; their ability to squander excellent counter-attack situations was often perplexing.
| GOAL! | Penalty Barcelona, Messi fires it home! The #LaLiga leaders are in front pic.twitter.com/fJ2To5W6kx— Eleven Sports (@ElevenSports_UK) February 16, 2019For much of the match Barcelona played with a number of second-string players, and it is hardly a revelation that Kevin-Prince Boateng does not deliver the same qualities as Luis Suarez, nor Arturo Vidal the same as Arthur.
4En lo tctico, est cado el Barcelona como equipo. La prdida de los impulsos individuales de Arthur ha terminado por confirmarlo.— David Len (@DavidLeonRon) February 16, 2019With Valverdes record in his 97 official games now extending to 66 wins, 22 draws and only nine defeats, that seems harsh to say the least. A near 70 percent win percentage is not achieved without a thorough grasp of tactics and a clear plan, even if they arent the tactics some would prefer.
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4Question for Bara fans not happy with Valverde: who would you rather have and why?— Lee Roden (@LeeRoden89) February 15, 2019Of the few names that tend to be put forward, there is always at least one significant caveat to be added.Real Betis boss Quique Setin, for example, favours an exciting style of football but has struggled to produce consistent results from his top flight teams; Betis have not won back-to-back games in LaLiga since December.Home-grown options such as former Bara Juvenil A coach scar Garca or current B team boss Garca Pimienta tend to be founded in a romantic view that they can repeat the exceptional step up made by Pep Guardiola, but that likely wouldnt stop the knives from coming out should results not quickly be delivered to match the more palatable brand of football.Results are what Valverde produces better than most, and even if the displays may not be as consistently dazzling as Guardiolas team, or as electric as the best of Luis Enriques, the ridiculously high standards in the Catalan capital make the current side out to be far more simplistic than it truly is.
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wrong Halsey makes it clear that Sterling's opening goal against the Hornets should not have been awarded Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey has told talkSPORT Paul Tierney made the incorrect decision to allow Raheem Sterling's opening goal in Manchester City's defeat of Watford.
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Manchester United's new interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. talkSPORT.com takes a look at the man who will become their 26th manager ever and only their third ever caretaker boss. Barely anyone outside Norway had heard of the Molde striker when he cropped up at Old Trafford.
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Arsenal and Tottenham decided against signing Barcelona outcast Malcom due to 'astonishing' loan fee The Brazilian winger was linked with a move to the Premier League throughout January By
Arsenal and Tottenham decided against signing Barcelona
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Arsenal and Tottenham walked away from a potential deal for Malcom due to the loan fee Barcelona were requesting, according to reports. The Sun claim the two north London clubs were 'astonished' by Barca's demands and decided to cool their interest in the Brazilian winger.
Arsenal put off move for Barcelona outcast Malcom by huge
Michail Antonio teaches Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher hilarious dance after sealing West Ham win. West Ham comfortably triumphed 3-1 over Fulham on Friday night to pile further misery of
Michail Antonio teaches Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher
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February 23, 2019 admin 17 Views 0 Comment after, Antonio, Carragher, Dance, Gary, Hilarious, Jamie, Michail, Neville, sealing, teaches, West VIDEO NASTY Javier Hernandez's 'Hand of God' goal was hugely controversial but it was not the only hotly-discussed topic following Antonio's jubilant celebration
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Clash Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund team news and line-ups: Who starts at Wembley tonight? Star man Jadon Sancho: The stats and facts about south London ace Tottenham must keep quiet Action Ajax vs Real Madrid free live stream: You can watch the tie without paying more SLAMMED 'Nightmare' - L'Equipe give six Man United players 3/10 including
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Friday, 17 May 2019 (2 weeks ago)Sunderland defender Luke O'Nien will not press charges against the fan who hit him during the play-off semi-final. In the second-half of the second leg tie at Fratton Park, O'Nien and Portsmouth defender Tom Naylor tussled on the sideline before the Black Cats full-back was forced over the edge of the advertising hoardings.
Sunderland's Luke O'Nien brushes off fan attack at Portsmouth
Liverpool winger Lazar Markovic and Hoffenheim midfielder Havard Nordtveit join Fulham in late deadline day moves Talksport. Fulham completed the double signing of Liverpool's out-of-favour
Fulham complete late deal for Liverpool's Lazar Markovic
Antonio Rudiger reveals he is NOT in talks over new Chelsea deal with PSG eyeing shock move. ANTONIO RUDIGER has told Chelsea he has no plans to sign a new contract at Stamford Bridge.
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The football authorities across Europe felt this would fatally undermine the footballing economy and remove the incentive for clubs to invest in developing players. The summer transfer window opened on 16 May 2019 and closes at 17:00 BST on 8 August. See more. 2019 summer transfers 2019 January transfers 2018 summer transfers 2018 January transfers
The correct result of every Premier League gameweek 28 fixture revealed, according to statistics Written by: fpnews Posted on: February 28, 2019 Fans were treated to a bumper set of midweek games with all 20 Premier League teams in action in the Premier League.
The correct result of every Premier League gameweek 28
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The correct result of every Premier League gameweek 28 fixture revealed, according to statistics. Find out below thanks to expected goals statistics from
The correct result of every Premier League Gameweek 29
Sir Alex Ferguson to return to Manchester United dugout for charity match of club legends against Bayern Munich, who United beat to win the 1999 Champions League, in a game that will raise
Man Utd confirm Sir Alex Ferguson return to Old Trafford
Oxford United manager Karl Robinson has called for referee Ollie Yates to be sacked after his side's late defeat at Gillingham on Saturday. Yates waved away Oxford's penalty appeal after Gillingham goalkeeper Tomas Holy appeared to foul Jerome Sinclair in the 54th minute.
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Tottenham Hotspur have suffered a blow after striker Harry Kane picked up an ankle problem during their 1-0 Harry Kane Has 'a Bit of Swelling' After Ankle Injury vs. Manchester United Gill
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This is despite the fact, of course, that he was unable to win a league title with his boyhood club. But Liverpool fans might be a little shocked to hear that Gerrard once purposely decided to wear a Manchester United shirt while playing football as a kid, much to his dad's dismay.
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May 20, 2019 · German midfielder Toni Kroos has extended his stay at Real Madrid. Kroos, 29, has signed a new contract at the Santiago Bernabeu which means he will be there until at least 2023, as the former
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos agrees contract extension
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