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Barcelona dressing room bothered by Lamine Yamal trying to influence decisions as insight into transfer rumors revealed: Reports
Lamine Yamal's Barcelona teammates are unimpressed by the player's attempts to influence sporting decisions at the club, according to El Nacional. The Spanish forward is among the finest attackers in the world and is expected to be the face of the...

Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos want €90m for Rodrygo Goes, club eyeing West Ham ace, and more - June 24, 2025
Real Madrid are preparing to face RB Salzburg at the Lincoln Financial Field on Thursday, June 26, in the FIFA Club World Cup. Xabi Alonso's team are currently leading Group H with one win and one draw so far. Meanwhile, Los Blancos have set a...

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham set to undergo shoulder surgery, expected length of absence revealed in report
Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham is reportedly set to undergo shoulder surgery. He could be out for months, missing the start of the next season. Bellingham has been dealing with some shoulder issues for months now. He has been playing with...

Spanish law among most comprehensive for age checks, kids’ online safety
Among EU nations pursuing child online safety legislation and age verification tools, Spain has been at the forefront. It has released a technical specification for its online age assurance system; co-signed, along with Greece and France, a...

"He needs to be protected" - Williams Gallas claims Chelsea star reminds him of Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane
William Gallas has compared Chelsea star Cole Palmer to Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane. He believes that the Englishman is very important for Enzo Maresca's side and cannot be replaced. Speaking to Prime Casino, Gallas claimed that Palmer has...

Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez turns down transfer offer despite Premier League club proposing deal that doubles his current salary: Reports
Fermin Lopez has reportedly turned down a lucrative offer from Chelsea, opting to continue his career at Barcelona despite the lack of enough game time at the Catalan club. The 22-year-old grew through the ranks at La Blaugrana and was promoted to...

AMC announces 'The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon' season 3 release date and trailer
¡Bienvenidos a España! Yes, "The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon" will officially see the titular zombie survivor (played by Norman Reedus) heading to Spain in the third season of the popular "TWD" spin-off, which is set to premiere Sept. 7. Fans got a...

Literature as a bridge: Deepening China-Russia cultural exchange through poetry
Jidi Majia Chen Tao/Global Times Editor's Note: Against the backdrop of the "China-Russia Years of Culture," the "Reading through the Seasons" China-Russia Literature Salon was held by the Global Times and the Russian Cultural Center in Beijing on...

Treatment and Survival Outcomes in Rhino-Orbital Mucormycosis with and without Orbital Exenteration: A Retrospective Case Series and Literature Review
Introduction Mucormycosis refers to a rare and severe opportunistic fungal infection caused by species belonging to the order Mucorales.1,2 The incidence of fungal infections is currently increasing.1 The main Fungi genera responsible for...

Premier League giants emerge as 2 potential destinations for Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen after Joan Garcia signing: Reports
Manchester United and Chelsea are interested in signing Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen this summer, according to El Nacional. The German goalkeeper is keen to stay at the Catalan club; however, after the acquisition of Joan Garcia from RCD...

“That’s crazy” - Paul Pogba reveals what impresses him the most about Barcelona ace Lamine Yamal
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has lavished praise on Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal. The Frenchman has hailed the 17-year-old's elite mentality at a young age. Yamal has established himself as one of the best players in world...

"That's my impression" - Santos president provides update on Neymar's future amid Barcelona return rumors
Santos President Marcelo Teixeira has shared an update about Neymar Jr's future at the club amid links to Barcelona. He is confident about the Brazilian staying at his boyhood club for a longer time. Neymar returned to his boyhood side, Santos, in...

"I don't think he needs to be reminded of the situation" - Xabi Alonso wants Real Madrid star to be more 'decisive' after recent performance
Xabi Alonso has admitted he wants more defensive contributions from Vinicius Jr at Real Madrid. The manager admitted that the Brazilian has an unpredictable style of play, and that sets him apart from the others. Alonso told the media that...

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick decides to sell 29-year-old star instead of Ronald Araujo this summer: Reports
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick wants to offload Andreas Christensen instead of Ronald Araujo this summer, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Danish defender's contract with the Catalans runs until 2026, and he hasn't been handed a new deal yet....

Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Andreas Christensen set to leave, Catalans eyeing English ace, and more - June 23, 2025
Barcelona are working to improve Hansi Flick's squad ahead of the upcoming campaign. The Catalans have been on the rise since the arrival of the German manager last summer. Meanwhile, Andreas Christensen is all set to leave Camp Nou this summer....

Book Review: “Why Taiwan Matters” by Kerry Brown
Kerry Brown has produced the most accessible and informative primer on Taiwan that is available to the market. A British historian, professor, and former diplomat, Mr. Brown possesses insights into Taiwan that few other people can claim to have....

Barcelona at risk of UEFA ban from Champions League as details of alleged rule breach emerge
European heavyweights Barcelona are at risk of facing sanctions from UEFA for the Champions League next season due to financial irregularities. The club are alleged to have breached financial rules put in place by European football's governing...

Poetry, music and Mediterranean magic
Germain Droogenbroodt will recite selections of his poetry in six languages. Credit: Ithaca Foundation Poetry, music and Mediterranean magic: Ithaca Foundation celebrates 15 years of Poetic Evening Concerts in Altea Every August, as the sun begins...

Spain publishes Nato letter to back spending exemption claim
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has insisted Madrid will not have to ramp up defence spending at the same rate as other Nato countries, publishing a letter from the alliance chief ostensibly confirming as much. Spain has been one of the...

'My niece is Ireland's Madeleine McCann – what happened in Spain should be called murder'
Amy Fitzpatrick was just 15 when she vanished in Spain – and her family are still waiting for the agonising mystery to be solved 17 years on. Her loved ones are demanding a review into her case and they want the chilling disappearance upgraded to...