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FC Barcelona News: November 5, 2024; Preparations begin for Crvena Zvezda, Pedri talks challenges of recovering from injuries

HIGHLIGHTS | Barça v Espanyol – FC Barcelona
All the action from the city derby in the Estadi Olímpic.

Training in the gym – FC Barcelona
Monday was a day for recovery at FC Barcelona following the 3-1 win in the derby against RCD Espanyol with two goals from Dani Olmo and one from Raphinha. But there is no time for rest because on Wednesday there’s a Champions League game to be played in Belgrade.

Europe’s top scorers – FC Barcelona
This season has got off to an extraordinary start for Barça. Under Hansi Flick the team has won 11 of its first 12 games, and is now 9 points clear of Real Madrid (who have one game in hand). But it’s not just the wins, but also the way they’re happening, with goals flying in left, right and centre. More than any team in Europe’s Big Five leagues has scored to date.

28 years since last competitive meeting with Crvena Zvezda – FC Barcelona
The Catalans and Serbs they played nine times in UEFA competitions over the years, but never in the Champions League, or European Cup as it was before. And it is 28 years since they met at all, although they have played a couple of friendlies since their last meeting on 31 October 1996, when despite the breakaways of four new republics, their country was still known as Yugoslavia.

When and where to watch Crvena Zvezda v FC Barcelona – FC Barcelona
The Champions League continues for FC Barcelona this week with a game away from home in Serbia against Crvena Zvezda, who you might better know as Red Star Belgrade, with kick off at 9pm CET.

President Joan Laporta has contacted three of the Valencian towns most affected by the DANA to offer them support and direct assistance – FC Barcelona
The president has contacted the mayors of Paiporta, Benetússer, and Catarroja, in Ground Zero of the storm damage to offer them the club’s support and assistance in the reconstruction of essential facilities.

Barcelona President Joan Laporta considering calling elections early – España
Just a couple of months ago, Barcelona President Joan Laporta was under major pressure, as the numbers at the club still do not add up. Despite the financial situation the Blaugrana find themselves in, the good form of the team has Laporta considering calling elections early.

Barcelona Sporting Director Deco commits to role long-term after doubts – Football España
Barcelona Sporting Director Deco is in it for the long haul. The Brazilian-Portuguese has had an up and down time in his post since returning to the club and leaving behind his player agency work, but has decided to stay the course with the Blaugrana.

Cubarsi confident in Barcelona high-wire defensive act – Football España
Defenders pushed up towards the half way line has been a feature of Hansi Flick’s strategy this season and Cubarsi’s pace and game intelligence suits the plan. Espanyol saw two goals chalked off by VAR for offside and Cubarsi claimed no changes are planned due to the confidence in this way of playing.

Pedri opens up on hurtful criticism during Barcelona injury hell – Football España
Barcelona star Pedri has fired back at his critics as he edges back to his best form for club and country. Pedri has endured an injury disrupted career in Catalonia which has impacted his development across the last two years.

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