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Barcelona missed out on the chance to extend their La Liga lead over Real Madrid on Sunday, as they were downed 2-1 by Real Sociedad at Estadio Municipal de Anoeta.
Next Game: Slavia Prague vs. Barcelona - Wednesday, January 21 at 8pm in Champions League
| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 1 | Barcelona | 20 | 32 | 49 |
| 2 | Real Madrid | 18 | 20 | 42 |
| 3 | Villarreal | 18 | 16 | 38 |
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Real Sociedad 2-1 Barcelona: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Hansi Flick's side fail to extend lead over Real Madrid
Barcelona missed out on the chance to extend their La Liga lead over Real Madrid on Sunday, as they were downed 2-1 by Real Sociedad at Estadio Municipal de Anoeta.22:31
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Slavia Prague vs. Barcelona: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel for Champions League clash
Sports Mole details everything you need to know about how to watch Slavia Prague against Barcelona in the Champions League on Wednesday.16:21
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Hansi Flick issues cryptic update on Dro Fernandez as Barcelona exit rumours intensify
Hansi Flick addresses the mounting speculation surrounding Dro Fernandez as Barcelona prepare for their crucial La Liga clash with Real Sociedad.05:16
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Transfer news and rumours today: Wolverhampton Wanderers and Crystal Palace 'exit', Barcelona star's 'agreement'
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news today, including potential exits from Barcelona, Crystal Palace and Wolverhampton Wanderers this month.Jan 17, 22:45
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Team News: Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of the La Liga clash between Real Sociedad and Barcelona.Jan 17, 20:00
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Barcelona boss Hansi Flick discusses Marcus Rashford's future, Raphinha's fitness ahead of La Liga clash with Real Sociedad
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick confirms that Raphinha is a doubt for Sunday's La Liga contest with Real Sociedad.Jan 17, 16:25
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Arsenal transfer news: Ethan Nwaneri fear emerges as Mikel Arteta enters race for 'Serbian Pedri'
Arsenal reportedly enter the race to sign a 17-year-old midfield wonderkid dubbed the 'Serbian Pedri', but Mikel Arteta arguably does not need him.Jan 17, 08:59
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Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'join race' for Barcelona teenager as release clause emerges
Chelsea and a Premier League rival prepare to pounce as a highly-rated Barcelona teenager reportedly informs the club of his decision to leave.Jan 17, 06:29
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Marc Guehi to Man City medical, transfer fee, contract details ‘revealed’ ahead of imminent January move from Crystal Palace
Manchester City are on the verge of completing the signing of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, with a medical, transfer fee and contract details revealed.Jan 16, 17:35
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Marc Guehi to Man City ‘deal agreed’ as Oliver Glasner confirms Crystal Palace exit is in “final stages”
Oliver Glasner has confirmed that Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi is in the “final stages” to join another club in the January transfer window.Jan 16, 14:25
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Chelsea transfer news: Barcelona-linked Premier League defender 'discussed' by Blues officials
Chelsea are reportedly contemplating an approach for a Premier League defender who has recently been linked with a transfer to Barcelona.Jan 16, 12:56
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Barcelona lineup vs. Real Sociedad: Predicted XI for Hansi Flick's side in La Liga showdown
Sports Mole looks at how Barcelona could line up in Sunday's La Liga clash with Real Sociedad.Jan 16, 12:06
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Preview:Real Sociedad vs Barcelona - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Real Sociedad and Barcelona, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 16, 11:51
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Marc Guehi January transfer ‘closer’ after ‘important proposal’ received amid firm Man City, Liverpool interest
Marc Guehi is reportedly ‘closer’ to leaving Crystal Palace in the January transfer window amid interest from several top European clubs including Manchester City and LiverpoolJan 16, 11:30
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Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings ahead of La Liga contest
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Real Sociedad.Jan 16, 07:43
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The 10 greatest football teams of all time: Where do Pep Guardiola's Barcelona and the 1970 Brazil side rank?
Sports Mole ranks the 10 greatest football teams of all time, including both club and international sides.Jan 16, 07:35
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Barcelona injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Real Sociedad: Gavi, Andreas Christensen latest
Sports Mole rounds up all of Barcelona's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their La Liga clash with Real Sociedad.Jan 15, 22:11
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils battling Barcelona, Real Madrid the 'new Moises Caicedo'
Manchester United are allegedly battling Barcelona and Real Madrid for the signature of Liga de Quito midfielder Ederson Castillo.Jan 15, 09:35
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Manchester United vs. Manchester City: Pep Guardiola's career record against the Red Devils
Sports Mole looks back at Pep Guardiola's career record as a manager against Manchester United.Jan 15, 08:00
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Best defenders of all time: Top 10 greatest stoppers, sweepers and full-backs in football history ranked
Who are the best defenders of all time? Sports Mole counts down the top 10 greatest stoppers, sweepers and full-backs in football history, including Cafu, Sergio Ramos and Paolo Maldini.Jan 15, 07:30
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