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Spanish football club involved in transfer dispute with Barcelona over striker Julian Alvarez, who has requested to leave.
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… It's tomorrow, then tomorrow, day-by-day." Arsenal will arrive in good spirits after beating Atletico Madrid on Tuesday to reach the Champions League final. …
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… purs eye safety By AFP May 08, 2026 03:03 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Arsenal players celebrate winning the UEFA Champions League second-leg semi-final football match between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid …
Arsenal sense Premier League glory as Spurs eye safetyThe Standard
… There were ecstatic scenes at a bar in Nairobi on Wednesday when Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 1-0 to reach the Champions League final for only the second time.Dozens of gleeful Kenyans blasted vuvuzelas when tearful Spanish fans appeared on screen, and one fan even lit a flare in …
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… ety after a tumultuous season.AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of the action: A major wobble from Arsenal allowed Manchester City back into the title race but consecutive league wins have lifted the mood at the north London club.Tuesday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid …
Arsenal sense Premier League glory as Spurs eye safetyCitizen Digital
Simeone, Atletico at crossroads after Arsenal Champions League KO By AFP May 06, 2026 07:51 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Atletico Madrid's Argentinian coach Diego Simeone applauds the fans following the …
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… Even by his frenetic standards, Arteta was a blur of energy as the Gunners boss embarked on a jubilant lap of honour with his players after Tuesday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid in the semi-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium. …
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Audio By VocalizeArsenal's Champions League elimination of Atletico Madrid condemned Diego Simeone's side to a fifth straight season without silverware, inevitably raising questions over the Argentine coach's future. …
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… Arteta had one eye on today’s visit of Atletico Madrid, with Arsenal hoping to reach just the second Champions League final in their history.The clash is evenly poised at 1-1 after a first leg dominated by penalty decisions in the Spanish capital. …
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Audio By VocalizeArsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka (C) takes part in a team training session at London Colney, north of London, May 4, 2026. [AFP] Arsenal host Atletico Madrid tonight in a blockbuster UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg, with a place in the final h …
All square, all to play for: Arsenal, Atletico battle for Champions League final spotAtletico 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.
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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.
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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.
28 July 2026 · The Standard →
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.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
30 June 2026 · The Standard →
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.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid have signed Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, and Ibrahima Konate under new coach Jose Mourinho to reinforce the squad after two seasons without a major trophy. Cucurella joined from Chelsea for around 55 million euros, Konate agreed a four-year deal, and Silva was also signed ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
7 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid defeated Athletic Bilbao 4-2 in Alvaro Arbeloa's final game as coach, while Mallorca and Girona were relegated from Spain's top flight. Kylian Mbappe scored his 25th goal of the season for Real Madrid, and Celta Vigo qualified for Europa League with a 1-0 win over Sevilla.
24 May 2026 · The Standard →
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.
22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
10 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →
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.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →
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.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
6 May 2026 · The Standard →
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.
6 May 2026 · The Standard →
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.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →