Julián Álvarez — Atlético Madrid forward and Argentina international, scored in World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland.
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… I'm sorry but this cannot happen." Arsenal took the lead after Hancko fouled Viktor Gyokeres, who scored the resulting penalty, before Julian Alvarez levelled with another spot kick early in the second half after a Ben White handball. …
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… (Photo by Pierre-Philippe MARCOU / AFP) Audio By Vocalize Julian Alvarez's penalty secured Atletico Madrid a 1-1 draw against Arsenal in a nervy Champions League semi-final first leg clash on Wednesday. …
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… "We have to get up from that blow and give everything to get to the final," key striker Julian Alvarez said on Monday. …
Simeone, Atletico chasing redemption against ArsenalAtlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone said Saturday the club will not allow forward Julián Álvarez to leave despite interest from Barcelona, Arsenal, and a €150 million bid from Real Madrid in June.
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Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone said Saturday the club will not allow forward Julián Álvarez to leave despite interest from Barcelona, Arsenal, and a €150 million bid from Real Madrid in June.
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Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said the Spanish champions must reinforce their attack after the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford, and with uncertainty surrounding Ferran Torres' future. The club made a rejected bid for Atletico Madrid and Argentina striker Julian Alvarez.
3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
30 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.
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Lionel Messi, 39, will play England for the first time in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, seeking to lead Argentina to the final. Messi earned his 200th cap for Argentina in the group stage and began his international career as an 18-year-old in 2005.
14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England and Argentina will meet in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday in Atlanta after defeating Norway and Switzerland in the quarter-finals. Messi and Argentina seek to become the first team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962, while England pursue their first major trophy in 60 years.
12 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 →
Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni said the team's upcoming World Cup semi-final against England is "just a football game" after Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the quarter-finals. Alexis Mac Allister scored early, Dan Ndoye equalized, and goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez sealed the win in Kansas City.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, and defending champions Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, setting up a semi-final matchup between the two nations.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time in a World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, with Lionel Messi setting up an early opener and Julian Alvarez scoring a decisive goal in the 112th minute. The victory sets up a semi-final against England and keeps Argentina unbeaten in their past 12 World Cup matches.
12 July 2026 · The Standard →
England defeated Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, while defending champions Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 at the quarter-finals. The rivals will meet in the semi-finals in Atlanta on Wednesday.
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Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the round of 32, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez securing victory in stoppage time, allowing the holders to reach the quarter-finals.
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Argentina came from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and advance to the quarter-finals, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez sealing the turnaround in stoppage time. Egypt protested controversial officiating decisions, including a disallowed goal and a red card to a coaching staff member.
7 July 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.
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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.
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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 →
Arsenal host Atletico Madrid in a UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg with the tie level at 1-1 after last week's first leg in Madrid. The winner on the night will secure a place in the final, with extra time and penalties to decide the outcome if needed.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta protested the VAR reversal of a penalty awarded to his team in their 1-1 Champions League semi-final first leg draw against Atletico Madrid, saying the decision to overturn Eberechi Eze's penalty after a review was unacceptable and changed the course of the match.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta was furious after a penalty awarded to his team was overturned by VAR review during their 1-1 Champions League semi-final first leg draw at Atletico Madrid, with the decision coming after defender David Hancko made contact with Eberechi Eze's foot in the box.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Julian Alvarez's second-half penalty earned Atletico Madrid a 1-1 draw against Arsenal in the Champions League semi-final first leg, after Viktor Gyokeres had given Arsenal the lead from the spot before the interval.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Atlético Madrid hosts Arsenal in the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday, seeking redemption after a Copa del Rey final defeat. The Spanish club has never won Europe's premier competition but can take a first step toward a fourth final appearance.
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