#spanish-national-team

#spanish-national-team

Rafa came off the bench to snatch Benfica a 2-1 derby win over Sporting CP, moving them up to second in the Primeira Liga and dealing a major blow to their hosts' title hopes.

Barcelona, you could choose from the goalkeeper to the striker. But for sure, the understanding of the game, this kind of mix between tactical and talent was Andres Iniesta.

Eduardo Conceicao has reportedly made a decisive choice regarding his immediate future and it strongly favours the Catalan club. He has chosen to wait for Barcelona to formalise their interest.

Joao Cancelo is expected to be an easier operation for Barcelona due to his lower market value, as the club struggles to secure Marcus Rashford on a permanent deal.

The best part of the season is about to begin. We've talked a lot about what we've done so far and what we need to improve. We want the players to enjoy playing football, and we're going to play some big games. Against Monaco, it's at home, it's important, we need the three points.

Patricio Pacifico has made an instant impression with Barcelona Atletic after signing in the winter from Uruguayan club Defensor Sporting. The transfer does include an option to make the deal permanent and the Catalans have already decided to take that up.

There are many people who make different comparisons, but as a player, and based on my experience in football, he is one who is as good as the very best. Having good and bad games is normal - I want everyone to go and watch him. The movements, the passes, the dribbling, the agility he has and how he gets out of situations that look impossible... the guy who did that before was Leo Messi.

Marc Casado, the 22-year-old midfielder, has struggled for regular minutes at FC Barcelona, leading to speculation about his departure in the upcoming summer transfer window.