The final Clasico of the 2025/26 season takes place this weekend.

El Clasico. Besides representing a clash of Barcelona v. Real Madrid, the world’s two most popular clubs, and their distinct regional cultures, these matches also serve as the main stage for the globe ...

It's exactly eight years since one of El Clásico's most iconic moments. Lionel Messi's record-breaking career at Barcelona brought plenty of indelible memories against Real Madrid. But one of the very ...

One of the last great Clasicos between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, Barcelona entered the season's final meeting between the two teams needing a win to stay in the La Liga title race. The match ...

Ahead of this weekend’s latest edition of El Clásico, a fresh look into the leading scorers in the history of Spanish football’s most famous fixture has on Friday been provided. And, in truth, it ...

If both teams advance, Messi and Ramos could meet in a dramatic semifinal showdown, adding another chapter to their long-standing rivalry.

FC Barcelona are LaLiga champions after defeating Real Madrid in a historic El Clásico that ultimately decided the title race. With the victory, the Blaugrana secured their 29th league championship ...

Vinicius Junior argues with Barcelona forwards Raphinha and Lamine Yamal (right) Oscar del Pozo/AFP via Getty Images The Athletic FC ⚽ is The Athletic’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) ...

Lionel Messi has not played since September, and whether he returns against Real Madrid will decide El Clasico, according to Xavi. Messi has not featured for Barca since injuring his knee in the 2-1 ...

Lionel Messi reflected on his legendary rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo, offering his perspective on the comparisons that fueled football’s greatest comparisons as the G.O.A.T. debate continues to rage ...

FIFA World Cup 2026: As Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo prepare for what could be their final World Cup, football gets one ...