Guillem Balagué
Guillem Balagué is a renowned Spanish sports journalist born in Barcelona, who has significantly shaped the British perception of Spanish football. Since the late 1990s, he has contributed to various media outlets including BBC and CBS, and has authored numerous best-selling books about prominent football figures like Lionel Messi and Pep Guardiola. Balagué's career took off during the era of Spanish football's rise in popularity in the UK, particularly when he covered Rafael Benítez's Liverpool FC. In addition to his journalism, he is also the owner of the Biggleswade United football club, where he is deeply involved in community and team management.
Born on Jan 01, 1967 (58 years old)
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Bangladesh:
Guillem Balague mentioned that Messi is uncertain about playing in the 2026 World Cup.
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Tanzania:
Journalist Guillem Balague believes that a return to Barcelona for Messi is unlikely due to his poor relationship with the club's president.
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United Kingdom:
Spanish football expert Guillem Balague added that Garcia should be in the first team.
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Croatia:
Guillem Balague reported on the potential transfer of Modrić to Inter Miami.
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Turkey:
Guillem Balague wrote an article about how Luis Enrique transformed both the team and the PSG club.
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United Kingdom:
Guillem Balague reported that Xabi Alonso will replace Ancelotti at Madrid.
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United Kingdom:
BBC Sport columnist Guillem Balague reported that Rudiger threw an ice cube at the official.
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Serbia:
Guillem Balague commented on Real Madrid's need for a refresh after their defeat.
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Norway:
Guillem Balague believes Real Madrid is at a crossroads after the loss to Arsenal.
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United Kingdom:
Guillem Balague explains how Emery has adhered to his recruitment plan at Aston Villa.
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