A Spanish journalist has claimed he knows the real reason that Xavi has decided to remain in charge of Barcelona beyond this summer. Reports emerged on Wednesday evening that Xavi had decided to perform a dramatic U-turn to stay at Barcelona after holding a meeting with the club's directors. He had announced in January that he was set to leave at the end of the season, but is now due to honour his contract which expires in 2025. ...read
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Meg Ryan, 62, looks radiant in an elegant black evening dress as she attends the 68th RNE Sant Jordi Awards in Barcelona
The event is held annually by the Catalan branch of the Spanish public radio network Radio Nacional de España.
I'm a flight attendant - these are the best times to travel if you want to avoid price hikes AND delays
Bernice Padilla, 29, has been a flight attendant for six years and has travelled to 44 countries on thousands of flights. The travel expert, from Dallas, Texas, has now shared her invaluable insight.
Cesc Fabregas proves he's not lost a step as he dusts off his boots for a London five-a-side... after praising Arsenal's 'maturity' in recovering from their recent wobble and offering his honest opinion on his other old club Chelsea
The 36-year-old called time on his illustrious 20-year-long playing career in July 2023 having won two Premier League titles, two European Championships , a Champions League title, and a World Cup.
Xavi makes HUGE U-turn and 'will now STAY' as Barcelona manager, with club icon changing his mind despite previously insisting 'it was absolutely right decision' to step down this summer
Barcelona manager Xavi has reportedly changed his mind on his decision to leave the club at the end of the season and will now continue in his role as Catalan's manager following talks.
Rafael Nadal casts doubt on chances of playing at the French Open despite returning to action in Barcelona following another hip issue
Rafael Nadal has said on several occasions this is set to be his final season on tour, but so far it has not panned out the way the Spaniard would have hoped.
LaLiga president Javier Tebas reveals plans to play a Spanish top-flight match in the USA in 2025-26 season
Tebas has previously expressed his desire to to play a league game in America and had sought to bring two LaLiga sides - Barcelona and Girona - back in 2018.
Emily Ratajkowski slips into a plunging black suit as she joins Victoria Beckham's VERY stylish circle of pals including Adwoa Aboah and Alexa Chung at her Mango launch in Spain
Emily Ratajkowski and Alexa Chung were among the glamorous pals who turned out to support Victoria Beckham at the event for her Mango clothing collection launch in Spain on Tuesday.
If even the world's richest leagues can't get VAR right, what hope does Scottish football have?
Remember those innocent days when supporters naively welcomed the appliance of science on the basis that mistakes and perceived injustices would be eradicated? How wrong we were.
Barcelona 'will seek legal action over Lamine Yamal's ghost goal in El Clasico defeat' as LaLiga side continue to fume after controversial decision despite release of VAR tape
The biggest talking point from the match proved to be Yamal's effort (inset) which appeared from a number of angles to cross the line of Andriy Lunin's goal, but was not awarded by VAR.
Mia Regan sweetly embraces Victoria Beckham as they reunite at her Mango launch event in Spain - after skipping the designer's 50th birthday bash
The model, 21, was spotted arriving for the swanky event in Barcelona Emily Ratajkowski and Alexa Chung , after being noticeably absent from Victoria's 50th birthday party over the weekend.
Fabio Capello gives his verdict on the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo debate... as the former England boss points to one 'simple' reason for his decision
Several big names have sided for one or the other, with the likes of Eden Hazard and Gary Lineker on the Argentine's side, while others such as Roy Keane have backed Ronaldo.
Hannah Waddingham looks incredible in pink tweed co-ord as she welcomes cruise ship in Barcelona
Serving as godmother during the naming ceremony, the actress, 49, put on a classy display as she stepped out to the ship's new Princess Arena in a tweed co-ord.
Arne Slot has been compared to Pep Guardiola, is 'the most attack-minded coach in the Netherlands since Johan Cruyff' and 'holds all the power at Feyenoord'... what Liverpool fans can expect if he replaces Jurgen Klopp
The Feyenoord boss has emerged as a strong contender to succeed Klopp. Slot is a cutting-edge operator with an exciting brand of football, and could prove to be a shrewd appointment.
Arne Slot emerges as strong contender to succeed Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager after pursuit of bookies' favourite Ruben Amorim appears to go cold
Slot, who was considered by both Tottenham and Chelsea last summer, is an ambitious man and has always wanted to test himself on the biggest stage.
Olé ello ello! Off-duty British cops on Barcelona stag do apprehend thief as he robs restaurant
Sergeant Eren Emin, 30, said he was on his stag do in the Spanish city with four other police officers when a man jumped over the restaurant counter and began grabbing electrical items.
Sergino Dest 'could miss NINE MONTHS' with knee injury suffered in PSV training... as potential timetable for USA defender is revealed
Sergino Dest could miss up to nine months with a knee injury, according to a new report, as a potential timetable for the USA defender has been revealed.
Jude Bellingham's debut season is on course to be one of the greatest ever... Real Madrid's blockbuster British signing has surpassed Beckham and Bale's impact to become the darling of the Bernabeu
PETE JENSON: This century Real Madrid have broken the bank for a Brit once every ten years - Beckham in 2003, Bale in 2013, and Bellingham in 2023.
VAR audio after Lamine Yamal's controversial phantom goal in Barcelona's El Clasico defeat is released as officials admit they had NO clear evidence the ball crossed the line
Described as a 'transparency exercise', the body responsible for officiating in Spain has lifted the lid on the discussion between referee Soto Grado and the VAR officials.
Jude Bellingham takes home ANOTHER prize for his remarkable debut campaign at Real Madrid as England star wins 2024 Laureus breakthrough of the year award
Jude Bellingham was awarded with the 2024 Laureus World Sports Breakthrough of the Year prize in recognition of his startling season for Real Madrid and England.
Jude Bellingham is unbeatable, Joao Cancelo leaves much to be desired and it's decision time for Barcelona and Xavi... 10 THINGS WE LEARNED from El Clasico
PETE JENSON: Xavi 's team needed the win to close the gap to five points but defeat left them 11 points adrift with only 18 to play for and the Barcelona boss was left moaning after the game.
Forget Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham will be the next name to join the pantheon of Real Madrid greats... just ask the legends themselves
IAN HERBERT: Bellingham has adopted that stance in Spanish cities coast-to-coat this season, though his Clasicos have been an emblem of an introduction for the ages.
Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong 'ruled OUT for the season' after suffering an ankle injury in El Clasico defeat to Real Madrid... but there is hope for the Dutch midfielder's Euro 2024 prospects
There is reportedly mixed news for Frenkie de Jong after the Dutch midfielder suffered an ankle injury during Barcelona's 3-2 El Clasico defeat to Real Madrid.
Barcelona may ask to REPLAY Sunday's El Clasico - if it can be proved Lamine Yamal's phantom goal WAS over the line - reveals chief Joan Laporta
Xavi's side fell to a 3-2 defeat on the road to Real Madrid on Sunday night, with Jude Bellingham's injury time winner leaving Los Blancos 11 points clear at the top and firmly in control of the title race.
Tom Brady meets the Real Madrid team after thrilling 3-2 El Clasico win over Barcelona - and the Birmingham co-owner jokes about Jude Bellingham returning to his boyhood team: 'We'll hold your parking spot!'
Tom Brady met the stars of the Real Madrid team on Sunday night, after making the visit to Spain to watch El Clasico and their incredible 3-2 win over Barcelona.
Jose Mourinho reveals 'genius' game-changing tactical move he expects to be tried in football soon
The former Chelsea boss is currently away from the touchline after being sacked by Roma in January, but has not stopped thinking about innovative ways to take the game forward.
Jose Mourinho accuses Mikel Arteta of 'parking a DOUBLE bus' in Arsenal's bore 0-0 draw with Man City last month - and questions why his 'magic strategy' drew praise
However, a bitterly disappointing encounter ensued, with just three shots on target between the teams as they played out a bore 0-0 draw.
Fans claim Barcelona were 'robbed' against Real Madrid...despite beIN Sports 'proving' Lamine Yamal's phantom goal did NOT cross the line in controversial El Clasico defeat
Yamal thought he had put Barca 2-1 ahead when he seemingly flicked the ball in after a corner, but Andriy Lunin palmed the ball away and the referee waved play on.
Ronald Araujo reveals Ilkay Gundogan has apologised for scathing comments in the wake of Champions League defeat by PSG amid Barcelona dressing room rift
Germany international Gundogan offered an honest and scathing assessment of his side's performance in their Champions League quarter-final second leg defeat by PSG
New angle appears to show Lamine Yamal's phantom goal DID cross the line in Barcelona's El Clasico defeat by Real Madrid - after LaLiga president Javier Tebas defended lack of goal-line technology
LaLiga came under fire during Sunday's El Clasico showdown at the Bernabeu after the 16-year-old thought he had given the Catalans the lead with a flick from a corner.
Meg Ryan, 62, shows off her smooth complexion and stuns in chic dress at the screening of What Happens Later during BCN Film Festival in Barcelona
Meg Ryan looked dazzling as ever while attending the screening of her film, What Happens Later, at BCN Film Festival in Barcelona, Spain on Sunday.
Antonio Rudiger attempts to scare a policeman as Real Madrid defender shows his funny side ahead of El Clasico victory over Barcelona
El Clasico may be the biggest fixture in Real Madrid's calendar but Antonio Rudiger didn't seem to be feeling the pressure ahead of Sunday's clash at the Bernabeu.
Barcelona boss Xavi calls El Clasico referee 'a DISGRACE' after claiming Lamine Yamal's first half shot crossed the goalline and insists he 'did not get a single decision right' during 3-2 defeat to Real Madrid
PETER JENSON: Barcelona coach Xavi raged at more perceived refereeing injustice after he saw his team's slim hopes of winning the Spanish title disappear with defeat in Madrid.
PLAYER RATINGS: Lucas Vazquez shines for Real Madrid as Jude Bellingham nets late Clasico winner again... while one former Premier League star struggles for Barcelona
PETE JENSON: Vazquez replaced Dani Carvajal in the side and did not put a foot wrong as he got on the scoresheet before assisting Bellingham's late winner.
LaLiga president Javier Tebas tweets articles showing that goal-line technology can make mistakes after Barcelona goal against Real Madrid looked to have been wrongly disallowed
LaLiga came under fire for during Sunday's El Clasico showdown between Barcelona and Real Madrid for having no goal-line technology and president Javier Tebas has hit back.
Casper Ruud celebrates his 'biggest title' after finally breaking his final hoodoo with a straight sets victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas in Barcelona
The Norwegian won the biggest title of his career in Barcelona on Sunday, having lost his previous seven finals at ATP 500 level or above.
Real Madrid 3-2 Barcelona: Jude Bellingham delivers again with injury-time winner in Clasico as Los Blancos extend lead at top of LaLiga to 11 points after Catalans had led twice
PETE JENSON AT THE BERNABEU: Jude Bellingham got the winning goal as as Real Madrid won the Clasico to move 11 points clear of Barcelona in La Liga.
Tom Brady continues his journey into the OTHER football as NFL icon and Birmingham City co-owner heads to Spain to watch Real Madrid vs Barcelona
NFL legend Tom Brady continued his escapades around European football as the Birmingham City co-owner popped up in Spain for El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid.
LIVEReal Madrid 3-2 Barcelona - La Liga: Live score, team news and updates from El Clasico as Jude Bellingham delivers for Los Blancos again to fire injury-time winner for Carlo Ancelotti's side
Follow Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as Real Madrid host Barcelona in La Liga action.
Can Jude Bellingham lead Real Madrid to El Clasico glory? The England star is 6/5 to score anytime... but which two Barcelona players are 15/2 to score the first goal at the Santiago Bernabeu?
Ad FeatureThe momentum is on Real Madrid's side as they go into this weekend's El Clasico against Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Julio Baptista backs Jude Bellingham to light up the Clasico as buoyant Real Madrid aim to sew up the LaLiga title by beating a Barcelona left smarting by their Champions League exit
PETE JENSON: Barcelona are banking on Real Madrid feeling the effects of Wednesday's draining 120 minutes against Manchester City in the Champions League.
Lionel Messi puts on another MLS masterclass as he scores two and assists Sergio Busquets to help Inter Miami beat Nashville 3-1
Messi, who grabbed his second brace in MLS after scoring two against Orlando on March 2, now has a goal or assist in each of the six league matches he's played this season.
THE NOTEBOOK: Nicolas Jackson feeds the doubters after Wembley shocker, Mauricio Pochettino gives coy response over FA Cup replays... and has Lucas Paqueta lost his focus ahead of a summer move to Man City?
KIERAN GILL AT WEMBLEY: Jackson was one-on-one with Ortega in the first half and did not even take a shot. It is hard to think that Ivan Toney would not have seized the chances that came.
Luis Enrique hits out at critics and claims he has been 'attacked' and 'vilified' in rant... after leading PSG to a Champions League comeback against Barcelona
He had a challenging start to his PSG reign and they barely scraped through their Champions League group but they are on a remarkable unbeaten run in Ligue 1 since September.
Chelsea boss Emma Hayes calls for a sell-out Stamford Bridge for semi-final second leg tie against Barcelona... with the Blues holding 1-0 advantage in Women's Champions League tie
Emma Hayes called on Chelsea to do everything they can to sell-out Stamford Bridge for the second leg of their Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.
Barcelona Women 0-1 Chelsea Women: Erin Cuthbert scores as Emma Hayes' side produce superb performance in first leg of Champions League semi-final
KATHRYN BATTE AT ESTADI OLYMPIC LLUIS COMPANYS: Barcelona had not lost at home since February 13, 2019. They had not lost all season.
Major European airport is evacuated and flights cancelled after bomb threat as man arrested
Billund airport in central Denmark had to evacuate hundreds of passengers at around 10.30am this morning after South East Jutland Police received reports of a bomb threat on the site.
Joao Cancelo reveals his family and unborn baby were sent 'death wishes' after Barcelona's Champions League defeat by PSG... as Man City loanee says he couldn't sleep following the loss
PSG overturned a 3-2 defeat in the first-leg to secure a dramatic 6-4 victory against Barcelona at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium, with the Parisians securing a berth in the semi-finals.
Bayern Munich 'reignite interest in Frenkie de Jong' - with Barcelona 'hoping for offers of at least £50m for the Man United target... as Thomas Tuchel's side 'prepare £130m transfer war chest' to refresh their squad
The German giants are set to make a statement in the transfer window this summer, with Forbes claiming that executives at the Bavarian club have set aside a war chest of £130million to spend.
THE EURO FILES: It's time for Xavi to go down swinging in his final El Clasico... but his broken Barcelona stars are closer to hitting each other than challenging Real Madrid
PETER JENSON: It's Xavi's last stand on Sunday - his final El Clasico in charge of Barcelona. And things can go one of only two ways as his side travel to the Santiago Bernabeu.
- Roy Keane and Ian Wright clash over Bruno Fernandes in heated exchange on the Man United captain after Arsenal legend called him a 'winner'... as co-pundit AGAIN criticises the Portuguese star
- Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk tells 'unacceptable' team-mates 'don't even think about the title' and to 'look in the mirror' because they have no fight in a remarkable blast at Jurgen Klopp's flops
- Virgil van Dijk becomes the first Liverpool player to break their silence on Arne Slot's potential move to the Reds... as defender gives his verdict on the Dutchman's pending arrival
- The night Nottingham Forest were REALLY robbed by a dodgy ref! 40 years on, the incredible tale of the official who took a bribe
- Ad Feature Can Brighton deal Man City's title hopes a huge blow with victory tonight? Seagulls are 7/1 outsiders to upset Pep Guardiola's side in crunch Premier League clash
- Gary Neville reveals why he WON'T be at Nottingham Forest's clash with Man City this weekend amid Sky row, as he accuses Mark Clattenburg of acting 'like a Navy Seal' and giving the team an excuse NOT to win
- Jurgen Klopp's 'mentality monsters' have looked like mentality MINNOWS in the last month - now Liverpool need a miracle more special than any other under the German boss to win the title, writes LEWIS STEELE
- Roy Keane piles into Man United and Erik ten Hag after their 'unacceptable' collapse against Coventry - insisting ' I could NEVER forgive myself' - and urges the manager to 'get a grip' of his players in furious rant
- The next king of the Kop! Arne Slot is a Guardiola disciple who gets under Mourinho's skin and his team's attack relentlessly like Klopp. He ticks EVERY box for Liverpool
- Udinese face Roma in a match that will last just 18 MINUTES tonight - as abandoned Serie A fixture will resume after Evan Ndicka collapsed on the pitch for the visitors 11 days ago
- Ad Feature Ruben Amorim held talks with West Ham on Monday - yet remains a 8/1 outsider with Sky Bet to be appointed manager of the Hammers
- Liverpool's title chances were washed away on a blue tide of desire. The timing of this 2-0 defeat could not have been worse, writes IAN LADYMAN
- Christian Horner's accuser 'is being quizzed by investigators' over his sexting scandal after launching appeal against Red Bull probe... and the F1 boss 'could also face another grilling'
- Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool chief Michael Edwards have 'obviously fallen out', believes Jamie Carragher - as he gives his opinion on managerial target Arne Slot's expected arrival
- Jude Bellingham's new girlfriend REVEALED: Dutch model Laura Celia Valk, 25, is 'completely smitten' with the Real Madrid footballer, 20, and 'has been staying at his Spanish pad'
- Liverpool close in on Arne Slot as their next manager with talks developing quickly to take over from Jurgen Klopp - and deal for Dutchman could even be concluded by THIS WEEKEND
- Erik ten Hag hits back at criticism of Man United's come-from-behind win over Sheffield United and insists his side were in 'total control'... after calling critics 'a disgrace' following struggles against Coventry
- Liverpool's title dream is 'over', Mo Salah has been 'so far off it' and Reds must make decision over 'erratic' Darwin Nunez's future... Jamie Carragher's RUTHLESS verdict after brutal derby defeat by Everton
- Football star Mauro Icardi and wife Wanda Nara risk Instagram ban after posting VERY raunchy video of them naked in the shower
- Sunderland icon Charlie Hurley dies aged 87, as the Black Cats pay tribute to the 'beloved' former Republic of Ireland centre back
- Revealed: The REAL reason Xavi is staying at Barcelona... after the club legend performed a dramatic U-turn to remain as manager after previously announcing his intention to leave this summer
- Footage of Arne Slot's hilarious reaction at Antony feigning injury before being sent off for Ajax re-emerges as Liverpool fans claim they're 'loving him already' as he edges closer to Anfield move
- Referees chief Howard Webb will hold peace talks with Nottingham Forest this week after furious statement blasting decisions and Stuart Attwell... with VAR audio set to be played at the meeting
- Wayne Rooney tells Virgil van Dijk Liverpool have to 'get on with it' after he AGAIN complained about the Reds' early kick-offs schedule following derby defeat against Everton
- Ryan Garcia is spotted hand-in-hand with bikini-clad model Grace Boor in Miami... days after troubled boxing star claimed he was ENGAGED to Australian porn star Savannah Bond
- Tiger Woods 'to be paid $100M' by the PGA Tour as confidential payments to Rory McIlroy and Co are revealed
- Travis Kelce makes shock flat earth claim, saying '10-15 players in EVERY NFL locker room' believe the conspiracy theory - and jokes concussions are to blame: 'Everyone gets hit in the head!'
- Caitlin Clark is 'getting screwed' in $28million Nike deal and it should start at $80m, insists Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy: 'It's STEALING - I hope she has an early opt out'
- Travis Kelce is left in hysterics over story about him 'falling out of his shorts' on podcast appearance... with host Andrew Santino forced to cover up NFL star's crotch with a Chiefs logo to protect his modesty on YouTube!
- Boxer Ryan Garcia appears to buy new mystery 'Love' a $1.5m diamond ring after engagement to Australian porn star and rendezvous with TikTok model
- Travis Kelce laughs at girlfriend Taylor Swift getting 'Punk'd' by Justin Bieber in 2012 - as comedian Andrew Santino reveals all about pranking the singer: 'I've got to ask Tay about that'
- Ex-Rockets star Kevin Porter Jr. is spotted playing in Greece 'for $10K' after taking plea deal in domestic violence case and losing most of his $82.5million NBA contract
- Fans voice mixed reactions as Chicago Bears release stunning AI-rendered video of new $3.2BILLION lakefront stadium proposal: 'Apparently there's no need for parking!'
- Group of top male footballers 'are planning to come out as gay and have set an announcement date for next month - including couples in a top league'
- Everton 2-0 Liverpool - Premier League RECAP: Jurgen Klopp's final Merseyside derby ends in misery as Toffees put HUGE dent in rivals' title chances
- Liverpool's title dream is 'over', Mo Salah has been 'so far off it' and Reds must make decision over 'erratic' Darwin Nunez's future... Jamie Carragher's RUTHLESS verdict after brutal derby defeat by Everton
- Olivia Dunne calls for boyfriend Paul Skenes to get his Pittsburgh Pirates MLB debut - and the LSU gymnast ALREADY has her outfits picked out!
- LIV Golf 'happy to sit down' with Rory McIlroy over PGA Tour exit, says Greg Norman... despite world No 2 dismissing talk of $850m defection to Saudi breakaway
- Man United 4-2 Sheffield United - Premier League RECAP: Erik ten Hag's unconvincing side come from behind to win, as Bruno Fernandes fires in beauty
- Taylor Swift 'a part of the family' at Kansas City Chiefs and hope the hype around Travis Kelce relationship 'keeps going', says coach Matt Nagy
- Wayne Rooney tells Virgil van Dijk Liverpool have to 'get on with it' after he AGAIN complained about the Reds' early kick-offs schedule following derby defeat against Everton
- NFL star George Kittle lifts the lid on meeting Caitlin Clark and explains what makes WNBA sensation 'flawless'
- Man United star Mason Mount is spotted walking with a mystery blonde woman in Altrincham... before midfielder finds parking ticket on his £120,000 Range Rover
- Angel Reese flaunts her new luxurious $183,000 Mercedes in Chicago to cap off 2024 WNBA Draft celebrations: 'New City. New beginnings. New big body Barbie Benz'
- The Arsenal WAGs club! Kai Havertz, Martin Odegaard and Ben White's partners dance and party in a box during thrashing of Chelsea
- NFL star Tyreek Hill hilariously calls Travis Kelce '25 percent black' - and there's one big reason why
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