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The curious case of Gareth Bale – From Welsh icon to Madrid liability
From being the world’s costliest player in 2013 to being a liability for Real Madrid, Aniket Kar takes a look at the winger’s journey from Cardiff all the way to Madrid.
Tag: La Liga
Only European glory for Barcelona will be enough to silence Valverde’s critics
With the La Liga title wrapped up, Paul Little discusses the importance of the upcoming Champions League semi-final for Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde.
Why don’t Spanish fans travel?
Zach Rees looks at Spanish football culture and puts forward some of the reasons behind the lack of away fans at La Liga games.
Major restoration needed at the Bernabeu for Real Madrid
With the chance of silverware resting again on the Champions League, Paul Little predicts major restoration needed at the Bernabeu for Real Madrid.
Three reasons why Spurs should push for an Eriksen swap deal for Coutinho
Could a summer swap involving Tottenham Hotspur’s Christian Eriksen and Philippe Coutinho of Barcelona be a great deal for all parties?
Are Real Madrid back from the dead?
With victory over city rivals in El Derbi Madrileño, Darryl Geraghty ponders if Real Madrid are finally turning things around.
Philippe Coutinho and Isco – Failing to impress and frozen out
Richard Pike compares the situations of Philippe Coutinho and Isco, two playmakers who are battling for first team football at their respective clubs.
How Valverde marshals his forces may be key to Barcelona’s Champions League ambitions
Paul Little talks to Marca’s Joseph Sexton about Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde and the club’s Champions League ambitions.
History in danger of repeating itself at Villarreal
Mark Schon takes a look at the current struggles of Villarreal. Could the ‘Yellow Submarine’ suffer the same fate inflicted on them in 2012?
Atletico Madrid may rue missed opportunities in La Liga title hunt
Paul Little focuses on La Liga this week following the clash between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona, with both sides having to settle for a point.