Ahmad Sarmad Ansari

Ahmad Sarmad Ansari

Ahmad Sarmad Ansari has been covering Spanish football as a writer for Barca News Network since 2022 and has been an avid football fanatic since 2010. He mainly covers on and off-field happenings taking place at Barcelona including transfer news, administrative changes, match reports, and any other eventful news coming out of the club.

BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Copa del Rey Semi Final match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Pau Cubarsí explains badge-kissing celebration after his first Barcelona goal, but ‘pissed off’ with draw
Hansi Flick and most of the FC Barcelona team was left disappointed as they allowed Atletico Madrid to hold them to a...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Pedri of FC Barcelona scores his team's first goal during the Copa del Rey Semi Final match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘We weren’t sharp enough’… Pedri highlights what Barcelona needed to do to avoid a disappointing draw last night
FC Barcelona had quite a mixed night at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium last night as they played the first leg of...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Inigo Martinez of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Copa del Rey Semi Final match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘We were far superior’… Inigo Martinez rues mistakes made by Barcelona following the 4-4 draw against Atletico Madrid
FC Barcelona were unable to take any advantage from the home game of the Copa del Rey semi-final against Atletico Madrid as...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the Copa del Rey Semi Final match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick talks Balde, Martinez, Cubarsi, Pedri, after Barcelona 4-4 Atletico Madrid
Despite scoring 4 goals, FC Barcelona were unable to win and get an advantage over Atletico Madrid in the first leg of...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 20: Pablo Torre of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Sevilla FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 20, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
No room for 21-year-old Barcelona midfielder as Hansi Flick’s team prepares for Copa del Rey clash against Atletico Madrid
FC Barcelona have a crucial game awaiting them tonight as they face Atletico Madrid in the first leg of the Copa del...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 12: Vitor Roque of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and AS Monaco at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 12, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona now have the FIFA’s approval to finalize Vitor Roque’s move to Palmeiras
For the last few days, FC Barcelona have been engaged in the operation for the sale of Vitor Roque to the Brazilian...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 12: Vitor Roque of FC Barcelona looks on after the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and AS Monaco at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 12, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona approach FIFA and UEFA to overcome La Liga’s challenge as they look to sell Vitor Roque
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 09: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammates Lamine Yamal and Gavi during the LaLiga match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on February 09, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
Barcelona will not be looking for a new striker this summer as they decide to continue relying on aging superstar
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VALLADOLID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 30: Clement Lenglet of Atletico de Madrid celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the LaLiga match between Real Valladolid CF and Atletico de Madrid at Jose Zorrilla on November 30, 2024 in Valladolid, Spain.
Barcelona loanee will make a decision about his future in the coming few weeks
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The new logo of La Liga football association is seen ontop of its headquarters in Madrid on July 21, 2023. La Liga private sports association, composed of 42 clubs and SADs (public limited sports companies), is responsible for the organisation of the national professional football competitions in Spain.
La Liga once again involved as Barcelona loanee’s transfer operation breaks down
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 09: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the LaLiga match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on February 09, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
Barcelona looking to renew Hansi Flick’s contract till 2028 – Report
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BERLIN, GERMANY - JULY 14: Luis de la Fuente, Head Coach of Spain, looks on prior to during the UEFA EURO 2024 final match between Spain and England at Olympiastadion on July 14, 2024 in Berlin, Germany.
‘A luxury for Spanish football’… De la Fuente not too bothered by Barcelona star’s league goal drought
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MADRID, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 29: Diego Simeone, Head Coach of Atletico de Madrid, looks on prior to the LaLiga match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Civitas Metropolitano on September 29, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.
‘I am sure about it’… Diego Simeone opines on whether a key Barcelona star will be able to play tonight
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LAS PALMAS, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 22: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona scores his team's second goal past Jasper Cillessen of UD Las Palmas during the LaLiga match between UD Las Palmas and FC Barcelona at Estadio Gran Canaria on February 22, 2025 in Las Palmas, Spain.
24-year-old Barcelona player might return to the starting line-up following another good performance vs Las Palmas
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LAS PALMAS, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 22: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga match between UD Las Palmas and FC Barcelona at Estadio Gran Canaria on February 22, 2025 in Las Palmas, Spain.
‘We’ll decide…’ – Hansi Flick remains tight-lipped on Barcelona DM choice vs Atletico Madrid
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STUTTGART, GERMANY - JULY 05: Gerard Pique and Carles Puyol, Former Barcelona Defenders looks on from the during the UEFA EURO 2024 quarter-final match between Spain and Germany at Stuttgart Arena on July 05, 2024 in Stuttgart, Germany.
‘My feeling is that…’ – Gerard Piqué shares his thoughts on whether Lamine Yamal would have played in his prime Barcelona team
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - SEPTEMBER 05: Javier Tebas President of La Liga talks during Day 1 of Soccerex Europe Convention at Tagus Park on September 5, 2019 in Lisbon, Portugal.
‘Would have been relegated’… Javier Tebas reveals the extent of penalties Barcelona could have incurred for the Negreira case
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LAS PALMAS, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 22: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga match between UD Las Palmas and FC Barcelona at Estadio Gran Canaria on February 22, 2025 in Las Palmas, Spain.
25-year-old player might end up leaving Barcelona as his relationship with Hansi Flick remains rocky
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VALENCIA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 06: Dani Olmo of FC Barcelona gestures during the warm up after returning from injury prior to the Copa del Rey quarter-final match between Valencia CF and FC Barcelona at the Estadio Mestalla on February 06, 2025 in Valencia, Spain.
‘They wanted to solve it hastily’… Javier Tebas criticizes Barcelona for their handling of Dani Olmo’s registration
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 12: Vitor Roque of FC Barcelona looks on after the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and AS Monaco at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 12, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
€20m-rated Barcelona loanee can finalize his return to Brazil today – Report
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