Atletico complain to FIFA over Barca's Alvarez approach By AFP July 30, 2026 08:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Argentina's forward #09 Julian Alvarez arrives for the 2026 World Cup football tournament f …
… dergone a procedure to address the issue and will now begin a short period of rehabilitation." It is another setback for the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, who has endured a series of fitness problems since suffering a serious knee injury almost two years ago.The former Atletico Madrid …
… Argentina players including Atletico Madrid defender Nahuel Molina and former Paris Saint-Germain player Leandro Paredes were involved in the incidents. …
… The 25-year-old, who has won 10 caps for Brazil, was also a target for Atletico Madrid, but Villa convinced him to make the switch from Championship side Wolves. …
… The Atletico Madrid forward scored Argentina's decisive second goal in the 112th minute in Kansas City to finally end the resistance of the European team. …
… The 21-year-old winger scored crucial goals in LaLiga 2, including a brace against Castellon, and was part of the Copa del Rey-winning squad that beat Atletico Madrid. …
Alvarez says 'best for everyone' if he leaves Atletico By AFP June 23, 2026 03:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Semi Final - Argentina v Croatia - Lusail Stad …
Alvarez says 'best for everyone' if he leaves Atletico By AFP June 23, 2026 03:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Semi Final - Argentina v Croatia - Lusail Stad …
… Madrid put a 150 million euro ($172m) offer in for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez but more to fulfil a Florentino Perez election campaign pledge and disrupt rivals Barcelona's plans than to truly try to bring the forward to the Santiago Bernabeu. …
Atletico Madrid has lodged a complaint with FIFA against Barcelona, alleging the Catalan club made prohibited contact with Argentina striker Julian Alvarez to encourage him to leave. Alvarez said during the World Cup it would be "the best thing for everyone" for Atletico to let him leave, as Barcelona pursues the transfer.
Atletico Madrid has lodged a complaint with FIFA against Barcelona, alleging the Catalan club made prohibited contact with Argentina striker Julian Alvarez to encourage him to leave. Alvarez said during the World Cup it would be "the best thing for everyone" for Atletico to let him leave, as Barcelona pursues the transfer.
Manchester City's midfielder Rodri has undergone successful minor back surgery to address discomfort and will enter a short rehabilitation period. The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, who won the World Cup with Spain earlier this month, has faced fitness issues since a serious knee injury almost two years ago.
Spain head coach Luis De la Fuente called the behaviour of several Argentina players and coaching staff "unacceptable" and "intolerable" after they confronted Spanish players following Spain's 1–0 victory in extra time in the World Cup final in New York last Sunday.
Barcelona signed forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on Thursday for a reported fee of 29 million euros including potential add-ons, on a five-year contract until June 2031. The 24-year-old, who can play up front or on either flank, is Barcelona's second signing and bolsters their attacking options after the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford.
Aston Villa signed Brazil midfielder Joao Gomes from Wolves on Monday in a deal worth a reported £38 million. The 25-year-old, who has 10 caps for Brazil, made 130 appearances for Wolves after signing from Flamengo in 2023.
Harambee Starlets forward Valarie Nekesa, 18, has joined Spanish Women Premier League side CD Tenerife Femenino, becoming the third Kenyan woman to sign for a club in Spain. Nekesa describes the move as a dream and an ideal platform to establish herself in European football.
Harambee Starlets forward Valarie Nekesa, 18, has signed for Spanish Women Premier League side CD Tenerife Femenino, becoming the third Kenyan woman to join a Spanish club. Nekesa describes the move as a dream opportunity to establish herself in European football.
Julian Alvarez scored Argentina's decisive second goal in the 112th minute as Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in extra-time in the World Cup quarter-final. Alvarez said "you have to know how to suffer" after Argentina came through another gruelling test.
With Kenya hosting Africa's biggest football tournament in June 2027, Football Kenya Federation coach Benni McCarthy is identifying diaspora players with Kenyan heritage to strengthen the Harambee Stars, including Real Sociedad winger Job Ochieng who made his LaLiga debut in February 2026.
Argentina forward Julian Alvarez said he wants to leave Atletico Madrid, a move he believes would be "best for everyone," with Real Madrid and Barcelona competing for his signature. Atletico rejected a 150 million euro offer from Real Madrid earlier this month.
Argentina forward Julian Alvarez said he wants to leave Atletico Madrid in a move that would be "best for everyone", with Real Madrid and Barcelona competing for his signature. Atletico rejected a 150 million euro offer from Real earlier this month.
Pope Leo XIV opened a week-long tour of Spain by urging global leaders to reject polarizing narratives and "sterile simplifications" used to gain popularity, calling instead for dialogue and respect for human dignity. The Pope, who has previously criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's anti-immigration policies, plans to meet homeless people in Madrid and migrants in the Canary Islands during the visit.
Lionel Messi, who will turn 39 during the 2026 World Cup, continues as Argentina's talisman as they attempt to retain the trophy in North America after his 2022 Qatar triumph.
La Liga concludes this weekend with Barcelona already champions under Hansi Flick, but several matters remain unresolved. Several high-profile players, including Antoine Griezmann, Robert Lewandowski, and Dani Carvajal, are bidding farewell to their clubs.
Cesar Azpilicueta, 36, will retire at the end of the season after playing for Sevilla. The former Chelsea captain won two Premier League titles and a Champions League with the club and was capped 44 times by Spain.
Arsenal won the Premier League for the first time since 2004 after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth on Tuesday. Manager Mikel Arteta, who has been in charge for six-and-a-half years, was barbecuing alone in his garden when the title was clinched.
Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions after a 22-year wait, with Manchester City held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth. Arsenal finished as champions after their 1-0 win over Burnley on Monday, ending a six-year trophy drought and moving five points clear of City.
Real Madrid has won a legal dispute with a residents association over noise pollution from concerts at Santiago Bernabeu, with the court concluding that neither the stadium company nor its administrator bear responsibility.
Arsenal moved closer to the Premier League title with a 1-0 victory over West Ham, with Leandro Trossard scoring seven minutes from full-time. VAR disallowed a last-gasp West Ham equaliser by Callum Wilson for a foul on Arsenal's goalkeeper David Raya, a decision the article describes as hugely contentious and minimal contact.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has called for his team to refocus on their "huge" Premier League clash at West Ham on Sunday after reaching the Champions League final. The Gunners can be crowned English champions for the first time in 22 years if they win their final three league games.
West Ham United manager Nuno Espírito Santo said his own future is not on his mind as he focuses on battling to save the club from relegation. The Hammers are in 18th place with three games remaining, and face leaders Arsenal on Sunday.
Arsenal are leading the Premier League title race and a win at West Ham on Sunday could clinch their first English title in 22 years, while Manchester City's recent 3-3 draw at Everton has damaged their chances. Tottenham host Leeds knowing a win combined with West Ham dropping points would move them towards safety.
Kenyan influencer Nana Owiti and other African fans explain their long-standing passion for Arsenal, tracing it to September 2002 when the club became the first in the Premier League to name nine black players in a starting XI. Arsenal's recent Champions League success has sparked jubilation among Kenyan supporters.
Arsenal are five points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League title race with matches remaining against West Ham, Burnley and Crystal Palace. A win at struggling West Ham on Sunday could all but seal Arsenal's first English title in 22 years, though the club faces potential danger at the London Stadium.
Arsenal's elimination of Atletico Madrid in the Champions League leaves Diego Simeone's side without silverware for a fifth straight season. When asked if he had the strength to continue after Tuesday's defeat, Simeone said "not now, definitely not now," casting doubt over his intentions this summer.
Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid 2–1 on aggregate to reach the Champions League final for the first time since 2006, with manager Mikel Arteta urging the team to use the momentum to pursue a double of the Premier League title and European crown.
Arsenal's Champions League elimination of Atletico Madrid leaves Diego Simeone's future in doubt after the club's fifth straight season without a trophy. Simeone responded ambiguously to questions about continuing, saying "not now, definitely not now," while acknowledging that fans expect silverware.
Arsenal reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years after Bukayo Saka scored in a 1-0 second-leg win over Atletico Madrid on May 5, 2026, securing a 2-1 aggregate victory. The Gunners will face Paris Saint-Germain or Bayern Munich in the final in Budapest on May 30.