Balde on IG: "I'm very excited to be able to represent my country at the World Cup. It is a dream. I also want to send my support to José Gaya, I wish him a speedy recovery." 

Official: Alejandro Balde has been called up for the World Cup by the Spanish national team. He is replacing Jose Gaya, who picked up an injury. 

.@Manu_Sainz: "Xavi's project has now failed again. With a great team and having invested €200m in new players, they have not been able to get beyond the group stage of the Champions League. And if Barça continues to blame the referees an 

Xavi will play with four midfielders vs Bayern to accommodate Frenkie de Jong. — @sport  

Inter vs Barcelona first half stats.