Eric Abidal
Born: September 11, 1979 (age 45)
Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)
Hometown: Lyon, France
Nationality: 
French
FrenchPosition: Defender
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2007-2013 | Barcelona |
| 2013-2014 | Monaco | |
Sports Mole has 235 articles about Eric Abidal. Articles 1 to 40:
The ultimate treble-winning combined XI - Lionel Messi, Johan Cruyff, Robert Lewandowski
Following Manchester City's historic treble triumph in 2022-23, Sports Mole takes on the task of picking the ultimate combined treble-winning XI from previous winners of it.
2 years ago
Xavi not desperate for reinforcements at Barcelona this month
Barcelona head coach Xavi is not desperate for his side to add to their squad during the January transfer window.
2 years ago
Preview: Lyon vs. Clermont - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Ligue 1 clash between Lyon and Clermont, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
4 years ago
On This Day in 2010: France striker Nicolas Anelka suspended for 18 matches
Nicolas Anelka was disciplined for his part in the internal strife which contributed to Les Bleus' early exit from the tournament in South Africa.
4 years ago
On This Day: Man United lose Champions League final to Barcelona
Coach Pep Guardiola won his second European Cup as a manager in three years after a dominant performance from his side.
4 years ago
On This Day: Eric Abidal supported after liver transplant news
Team-mates, opposition players and fellow athletes wished Eric Abidal the best.
4 years ago
Barcelona add Rayan Ait Nouri to list of targets?
Barcelona reportedly identify Angers defender Rayan Ait Nouri as a potential transfer target as the Catalan giants continue to target a new left-back.
5 years ago
Report: Juventus to move for Barcelona striker Luis Suarez
A report claims that Luis Suarez could be on his way out of Barcelona this summer, with Italian champions Juventus showing an interest.
5 years ago
Wednesday's La Liga transfer talk news roundup: Lionel Messi, Malang Sarr, Donny van de Beek
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for La Liga on Wednesday, August 19.
5 years ago
Wednesday's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup: Lionel Messi, Malang Sarr, Donny van de Beek
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Barcelona on Wednesday, August 19.
5 years ago
Josep Maria Bartomeu rules out exits for Ousmane Dembele, Antoine Griezmann
Ousmane Dembele and Antoine Griezmann will not be sold by Barcelona this summer as part of the club's overhaul, according to president Josep Maria Bartomeu.
5 years ago
Wednesday's Transfer Talk Update: Lionel Messi, Gonzalo Higuain, David Luiz
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
5 years ago
Barcelona sack sporting director Eric Abidal
Barcelona announce the sacking of sporting director Eric Abidal the day after manager Quique Setien faced the axe at Camp Nou.
5 years ago
Bartomeu confirms Ronald Koeman in line to become new Barcelona manager
The Holland coach, who played for Barca between 1989 and 1995, has expressed his interest in replacing Quique Setien.
5 years ago
Ronald Koeman confirms interest in becoming Barcelona's new manager
Quique Setien was sacked as head coach on Monday evening.
5 years ago
Barcelona 'decide against sacking sporting director Eric Abidal'
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu reportedly decides against sacking sporting director Eric Abidal in the wake of the club's 8-2 Champions League defeat to Bayern.
5 years ago
Barcelona 'to enforce wage cuts on players who refuse to leave this summer'
Barcelona are reportedly looking to offload a number of key players in a major summer overhaul and will threaten those reluctant to leave with pay cuts.
5 years ago
Messi's future and a squad rebuild - the key issues for Barcelona's new boss
Setien's successor has some big tasks in his in-tray.
5 years ago
On this day in 2010: Nicolas Anelka hit by 18-match ban after World Cup row
The striker, with Chelsea at the time, was disciplined for his part in the internal strife.
5 years ago
All but four Barcelona players 'placed on transfer list'
Barcelona place all but four members of their first-team squad on the transfer list, according to a report.
5 years ago
Lionel Messi 'considering Barcelona future'
Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi is currently considering his future at Camp Nou, according to a report.
5 years ago
Barcelona 'to sack Eric Abidal as part of revamp'
Eric Abidal is set to lose his job as Barcelona's sporting director, with head coach Quique Setien also leaving the club, according to a report.
5 years ago
Lionel Messi 'still stalling over new Barcelona contract'
Lionel Messi still has no immediate intention of extending his contract with Barcelona after being irked by various off-field issues this year, according to a report.
5 years ago
Xavi confirms he turned down Barcelona job
Barcelona legend Xavi reveals that he turned down an offer to replace Ernesto Valverde in the Camp Nou dugout in January.
5 years ago
Sergio Aguero expects Lionel Messi to stay at Barcelona
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero is sure that Argentina teammate and close friend Lionel Messi will stay at Barcelona despite falling out with members of the board.
5 years ago
Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Timo Werner, Dani Ceballos, Bukayo Saka
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
5 years ago
Barcelona 'hold positive Timo Werner meeting'
Barcelona representatives met with the father of RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner in March to discuss a potential move to Camp Nou, according to a report.
5 years ago
Friday's Transfer Talk Update: Geoffrey Kondogbia, Jan Vertonghen, Yannick Bolasie
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
5 years ago
Lionel Messi 'has two options on table if he leaves Barcelona'
Lionel Messi reportedly has 'two options on the table' if he decides to leave Barcelona in the future.
5 years ago
Ronald Koeman reveals Barcelona exit clause delayed until 2021
Ronald Koeman's Barcelona exit clause is delayed until 2021 as a result of the postponement of the European Championships due to the coronavirus outbreak.
5 years ago
Barcelona 'scouting RB Leipzig trio Werner, Upamecano, Angelino'
Barcelona are reportedly scouting RB Leipzig's Timo Werner, Dayot Upamecano and Angelino following their impressive performances for Julian Nagelsmann's side this season.
5 years ago
Friday's Transfer Talk Update: Paul Pogba, Moussa Dembele, Odion Ighalo
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
5 years ago
Lionel Messi reiterates commitment to Barcelona following exit rumours
The Argentinian admits Barca need to improve to challenge for the Champions League.
5 years ago
Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Marcos Alonso, Kai Havertz
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
5 years ago
Los Angeles Galaxy 'launch Lionel Messi enquiry'
MLS outfit Los Angeles Galaxy reportedly recently enquired over the availability of Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi.
5 years ago
Preview: Barcelona vs. Getafe - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Barcelona and Getafe, including team news and predicted lineups.
5 years ago
Quique Setien admits Barcelona still "missing things" after Real Betis win
Real Madrid's comprehensive win at Osasuna earlier on Sunday had ratcheted up the pressure on Barca.
5 years ago
Emmanuel Petit: 'Lionel Messi would struggle in Premier League'
Former midfielder Emmanuel Petit claims that Barcelona forward Lionel Messi would struggle to replicate his usual form in the Premier League.
5 years ago
Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Andres Iniesta, Luis Suarez, Jack Graelish
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
5 years ago
Eric Abidal casts doubt over future of Barcelona forward Lionel Messi
Sporting director Eric Abidal suggests that it will not be easy for Barcelona to renew the contract of Lionel Messi.
5 years ago
