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Laporta discusses injuries, lawsuit, and competition at EFC Assembly

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Laporta discusses injuries, lawsuit, and competition at EFC Assembly

Summary

Barcelona president Joan Laporta addressed various club concerns during the European Football Clubs (EFC) Assembly. He highlighted the impact of international breaks on player injuries, mentioning Raphinha's thigh discomfort and Eric Garcia's minor injury. Laporta also discussed Barcelona’s ongoing legal dispute with Real Madrid's president Florentino Perez, with a conciliation hearing set for November 25. The meeting also touched on the prospects of Lamine Yamal for the Ballon d’Or and the competitive with PSG and Real Madrid.

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•Laporta raised concerns about international breaks and player injuries.
•Raphinha faced discomfort during Brazil's match against Australia.
•Conciliation hearing with Real Madrid is scheduled for November 25.
•Laporta supports Lamine Yamal's Ballon d’Or candidature.

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7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Joan Laporta talks Eric Garcia, Raphinha, Lamine, Mbappe, Real Madrid, Ballon d’Or, PSG

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta used the European Football Clubs (EFC) Assembly as an opportunity to address several major issues surrounding the club, including his increasingly strained relationshi...
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