As the highly anticipated Clásico approaches, the atmosphere surrounding Barcelona’s camp is charged with a mix of excitement and cautious optimism. Coach Hansi Flick has made it clear that, despite the availability of key players Robert Lewandowski, Alejandro Balde, and Marc Casadó, they will not feature as starters against Real Madrid. This decision speaks volumes
Alejandro Balde
The issue of racism in sports, particularly in football, has once again erupted into the public conscience, as Alejandro Balde, a young defender for FC Barcelona, bravely came forward to share his harrowing experience of racial abuse during a LaLiga match against Getafe. Amid the backdrop of a competitive game that ended in a 1-1