7 days ago
MADRID (AP) — Leeds hammered woeful Newcastle 4-1 to go third in the Premier League on Monday while Real Betis won 2-1 at Villarreal to move equal on points with second-place Real Madrid in La Liga.
The top two in Italy, Roma and Inter Milan, won comfortably to maintain their 100 per cent records and Como beat Parma 2-1 to climb into third spot.
Betis' fairy tale start to the Spanish season continued with victory over Villarreal.
The win, courtesy of goals from Cucho Hernández and Natan, came 10 days after it beat Real Madrid 1-0 in La Liga, and less than a week after it overcame Lille 3-2 in its first Champions League group match since 2005.
The result at Estadio de la Ceramica lifts Betis into second place, tied with Madrid on 12 points. Barcelona is top on 15.
#betis
The top two in Italy, Roma and Inter Milan, won comfortably to maintain their 100 per cent records and Como beat Parma 2-1 to climb into third spot.
Betis' fairy tale start to the Spanish season continued with victory over Villarreal.
The win, courtesy of goals from Cucho Hernández and Natan, came 10 days after it beat Real Madrid 1-0 in La Liga, and less than a week after it overcame Lille 3-2 in its first Champions League group match since 2005.
The result at Estadio de la Ceramica lifts Betis into second place, tied with Madrid on 12 points. Barcelona is top on 15.
#betis
9 days ago
Borussia Dortmund entertain neighbors Paderborn on matchday 3. The hosts extended their perfect league start to the Bundesliga season with a narrow win over Villarreal in the Champions League. Meanwhile, Paderborn are yet to score on their return to the top-flight league.
Konstantinos Karetsas was discharged from the hospital after Tuesday's incident, but this game came too early for him. Ethan Nwaneri gets his first start in Niko Kovac's midfield for the Westphalian affair. Nico Schlotterbeck is also back in the lineup for the very first time.
Paderborn's striker Steffen Tigges starts on the bench in his return to his former club Dortmund. At the other end, goalkeeper Nahuel Noll hopes to continue his brilliant start to the campaign.
Here are the lineups as Borussia Dortmund aim to continue their perfect Bundesliga start.
BVB: Kobel; Gadou, Anton, Schlotterbeck ©; Ryerson, Veerman, Bellingham, Svensson; Nwaneri; Guirassy, Fabio Silva
#borussia #paderborn
Konstantinos Karetsas was discharged from the hospital after Tuesday's incident, but this game came too early for him. Ethan Nwaneri gets his first start in Niko Kovac's midfield for the Westphalian affair. Nico Schlotterbeck is also back in the lineup for the very first time.
Paderborn's striker Steffen Tigges starts on the bench in his return to his former club Dortmund. At the other end, goalkeeper Nahuel Noll hopes to continue his brilliant start to the campaign.
Here are the lineups as Borussia Dortmund aim to continue their perfect Bundesliga start.
BVB: Kobel; Gadou, Anton, Schlotterbeck ©; Ryerson, Veerman, Bellingham, Svensson; Nwaneri; Guirassy, Fabio Silva
#borussia #paderborn
10 days ago
"He knows his role in the team. Serhou Guirassy is our number one striker. He is the challenger." With these clear words, Niko Kovač made it plain at the press conference ahead of the season opener against Hamburger SV who is in charge in Dortmund's attack. But in football, two weeks can feel like an eternity. By now, the black-and-yellow world looks very different.
Because Fabio Silva has now become so important that he could even prompt a system change at Dortmund. Guirassy himself also raved about his competitor. "Fabio Silva and I really enjoy playing together and we have a lot of fun in training. He is a great player," he said after the Champions League win against Villarreal to the microphone of 'Amazon Prime'.
You can see what else the two say about each other here in the video.
Coach Kovač was also full of praise after the win against the Spaniards. Fabio Silva repeatedly worked his way into clear-cut chances and rewarded himself for his effort. "You can see that we can play this system with two strikers just as well as with one striker. If we now add Fabio (Silva, editor's note) alongside Serhou (Guirassy, editor's note) too - and we will - then we really have something special," said the BVB coach happily.
Few would probably have expected the Portuguese forward to be receiving this kind of praise right now. In the summer, there were rumors about a transfer because Silva had only rarely been able to meet expectations. According to 'Sky', the Bundesliga club would have been open to talks starting at a fee of 20 million euros. Both a loan and a sale were reportedly considered.
#serhou #coach #clear #himself
Because Fabio Silva has now become so important that he could even prompt a system change at Dortmund. Guirassy himself also raved about his competitor. "Fabio Silva and I really enjoy playing together and we have a lot of fun in training. He is a great player," he said after the Champions League win against Villarreal to the microphone of 'Amazon Prime'.
You can see what else the two say about each other here in the video.
Coach Kovač was also full of praise after the win against the Spaniards. Fabio Silva repeatedly worked his way into clear-cut chances and rewarded himself for his effort. "You can see that we can play this system with two strikers just as well as with one striker. If we now add Fabio (Silva, editor's note) alongside Serhou (Guirassy, editor's note) too - and we will - then we really have something special," said the BVB coach happily.
Few would probably have expected the Portuguese forward to be receiving this kind of praise right now. In the summer, there were rumors about a transfer because Silva had only rarely been able to meet expectations. According to 'Sky', the Bundesliga club would have been open to talks starting at a fee of 20 million euros. Both a loan and a sale were reportedly considered.
#serhou #coach #clear #himself
10 days ago
Borussia Dortmund will face newly promoted SC Paderborn 07 at Signal Iduna Park on Saturday in their next Bundesliga fixture.
Dortmund go into the game in outstanding form, having secured victories in each of their last four matches across all competitions. Under the guidance of head coach Niko Kovač, the Black and Yellows have collected the maximum six points from their opening two Bundesliga matches and are firmly positioned close to the top of the standings. Their latest league appearance produced an exciting 3-2 away win against TSG Hoffenheim, while they followed that result with another narrow 3-2 victory over Villarreal CF in their midweek UEFA Champions League opener.
The German side have also been handed a significant boost in defence before the encounter, although Kovač still has to deal with a number of important absences.
Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini have both recovered from their respective ankle and rib problems, providing welcome news for the Dortmund backline.
The pair returned to full team training during the week, and Kovač confirmed that both defenders are fit and ready to challenge for places in the starting XI.
#paderborn
Dortmund go into the game in outstanding form, having secured victories in each of their last four matches across all competitions. Under the guidance of head coach Niko Kovač, the Black and Yellows have collected the maximum six points from their opening two Bundesliga matches and are firmly positioned close to the top of the standings. Their latest league appearance produced an exciting 3-2 away win against TSG Hoffenheim, while they followed that result with another narrow 3-2 victory over Villarreal CF in their midweek UEFA Champions League opener.
The German side have also been handed a significant boost in defence before the encounter, although Kovač still has to deal with a number of important absences.
Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini have both recovered from their respective ankle and rib problems, providing welcome news for the Dortmund backline.
The pair returned to full team training during the week, and Kovač confirmed that both defenders are fit and ready to challenge for places in the starting XI.
#paderborn
10 days ago
Borussia Dortmund will be without Konstantinos Karetsas for Saturday's Bundesliga home fixture against SC Paderborn as further examinations continue following the 18-year-old's worrying withdrawal from Tuesday's Champions League victory over Villarreal. Karetsas has since been released from hospital after suffering circulatory problems during Dortmund's 3-2 win at the Westfalenstadion.
The Greek international did not participate in team training on Thursday and will not be available for the weekend. Dortmund sporting director Ole Book has now confirmed that initial examinations have yet to establish a specific cause.
"He is doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances," Book told the local Ruhr Nachrichten newspaper. "Further examinations are ongoing. We want to get to the bottom of this properly. The prognosis will then depend on that."
Book emphasized that Karetsas' health remains the club's overriding concern.
While Karetsas' mother Irena Kitsinis told Belgian newspaper Het Nieuwsblad that the episode appeared to have been related to dehydration, Dortmund have not yet established a definitive explanation for the problem.
#book #told
The Greek international did not participate in team training on Thursday and will not be available for the weekend. Dortmund sporting director Ole Book has now confirmed that initial examinations have yet to establish a specific cause.
"He is doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances," Book told the local Ruhr Nachrichten newspaper. "Further examinations are ongoing. We want to get to the bottom of this properly. The prognosis will then depend on that."
Book emphasized that Karetsas' health remains the club's overriding concern.
While Karetsas' mother Irena Kitsinis told Belgian newspaper Het Nieuwsblad that the episode appeared to have been related to dehydration, Dortmund have not yet established a definitive explanation for the problem.
#book #told
11 days ago
Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini have resumed team training after their injuries and are available for the match against Paderborn. "They are fit, healthy, and ready to play this weekend. I can count on both of them," said Kovac.
Konstantinos Karetsas will not be involved after having to be substituted in the match against FC Villarreal due to circulatory problems. Sporting director Ole Book had said of him: "He is doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances. Further tests are being carried out, and we want to get to the bottom of it very thoroughly."
Also unavailable are Emre Can (torn ACL), Filippo Mane (muscle injury), Giannis Konstantelias (torn ACL), and Samuele Inacio (suspension following a red card).
Kovac also had words of praise for new signing Ethan Nwaneri, who came on as a substitute last weekend against Hoffenheim and on Tuesday against Villarreal. "He has settled in superbly. He's a great lad, very calm, down-to-earth, friendly, helpful, and a very good footballer," said Kovac. "In those two brief appearances, he showed that he can help us. I'm very satisfied with him." (cr)
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#match #nico #paderborn
Konstantinos Karetsas will not be involved after having to be substituted in the match against FC Villarreal due to circulatory problems. Sporting director Ole Book had said of him: "He is doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances. Further tests are being carried out, and we want to get to the bottom of it very thoroughly."
Also unavailable are Emre Can (torn ACL), Filippo Mane (muscle injury), Giannis Konstantelias (torn ACL), and Samuele Inacio (suspension following a red card).
Kovac also had words of praise for new signing Ethan Nwaneri, who came on as a substitute last weekend against Hoffenheim and on Tuesday against Villarreal. "He has settled in superbly. He's a great lad, very calm, down-to-earth, friendly, helpful, and a very good footballer," said Kovac. "In those two brief appearances, he showed that he can help us. I'm very satisfied with him." (cr)
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11 days ago
Two wins in the Bundesliga, one in the cup, one in the UEFA Champions League – BVB have recently celebrated four consecutive victories. In the Bundesliga table, the Black and Yellows sit in third place with the maximum return of six points. Speaking about the clash against Villarreal FC (3:2) in midweek, BVB coach Niko Kovac said: "Of course, you expend a lot physically, but also mentally. Now it's about getting the mental side back under control immediately in order to switch back to the Bundesliga." His team are the favorites against the newly promoted side: "We're playing at home and we want to win, that's our goal." But: "There are no easy games in the Bundesliga. You have to approach them in a way that means you're fully there right away. That's why I want my boys to step on the gas from the first minute and get our fans behind us again as quickly as possible so that we can play successful football."
Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini have returned to team training after their injuries and are available for the Paderborn match. "They are fit, healthy and ready to play this weekend. I can count on both of them," said Kovac. Konstantinos Karetsas will not be involved after having to be substituted in the game against Villarreal FC due to circulation problems. Read more now!
SC Paderborn have been promoted to the Bundesliga for the third time in the club's history. "A team with the ambition to stay in the league. We will certainly be facing a deep block from the opposition, who will want to hit on the counter," said Kovac. On matchday one, the team picked up a point away at FSV Mainz 05 (0:0) and then lost 1:0 at home to SC Freiburg. They currently sit 12th in the table. Despite 23 shots on goal, Paderborn have yet to score. Defensively, however, they have not allowed much either and have goalkeeper Nahuel Noll to thank, as he has conceded only one goal so far. Paderborn's Felix Götze (in the BVB youth setup until 2014) and Steffen Tigges (2019 to 2022) also wore the Black and Yellow shirt in the past.
BVB have never lost a competitive match against SC Paderborn: there have been two meetings in the DFB-Pokal, and on both occasions the Black and Yellows advanced to the next round. In the Bundesliga, Borussia have won two matches so far, while two others ended in draws. The last Bundesliga meeting at the end of May 2020 is especially memorable. In this ghost game in Paderborn played behind closed doors due to the coronavirus, the Black and Yellows produced a poor first half but improved after the break. All seven goals in the 6:1 victory came in the second half. It was the highest-scoring half of the 2019/20 season. For BVB, Jadon Sancho (3), Thorgan Hazard, Achraf Hakimi and Marcel Schmelzer, with the last goal of his professional career, were on target.Christina Reinke
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#yellows #goal #half
Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini have returned to team training after their injuries and are available for the Paderborn match. "They are fit, healthy and ready to play this weekend. I can count on both of them," said Kovac. Konstantinos Karetsas will not be involved after having to be substituted in the game against Villarreal FC due to circulation problems. Read more now!
SC Paderborn have been promoted to the Bundesliga for the third time in the club's history. "A team with the ambition to stay in the league. We will certainly be facing a deep block from the opposition, who will want to hit on the counter," said Kovac. On matchday one, the team picked up a point away at FSV Mainz 05 (0:0) and then lost 1:0 at home to SC Freiburg. They currently sit 12th in the table. Despite 23 shots on goal, Paderborn have yet to score. Defensively, however, they have not allowed much either and have goalkeeper Nahuel Noll to thank, as he has conceded only one goal so far. Paderborn's Felix Götze (in the BVB youth setup until 2014) and Steffen Tigges (2019 to 2022) also wore the Black and Yellow shirt in the past.
BVB have never lost a competitive match against SC Paderborn: there have been two meetings in the DFB-Pokal, and on both occasions the Black and Yellows advanced to the next round. In the Bundesliga, Borussia have won two matches so far, while two others ended in draws. The last Bundesliga meeting at the end of May 2020 is especially memorable. In this ghost game in Paderborn played behind closed doors due to the coronavirus, the Black and Yellows produced a poor first half but improved after the break. All seven goals in the 6:1 victory came in the second half. It was the highest-scoring half of the 2019/20 season. For BVB, Jadon Sancho (3), Thorgan Hazard, Achraf Hakimi and Marcel Schmelzer, with the last goal of his professional career, were on target.Christina Reinke
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#yellows #goal #half
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11 days ago
"Under the circumstances, he is doing well. Further examinations are underway, and we want to get to the bottom of the matter very precisely," Ole Book said on Thursday about Konstantinos Karetsas' health condition.
Only once the additional examinations have been completed will there be further forecasts regarding the 18-year-old. However, the BVB sporting director emphasizes: "It is clear that, for the time being, we are putting the health of the person and the player first. He will not be involved this weekend."
On Tuesday evening, Konstantinos Karetsas had taken to the pitch for Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League for the first time during the home match against FC Villarreal. Midway through the first half, the 18-year-old suddenly complained of circulatory problems and was substituted in the 27th minute. Karetsas was then taken to hospital for further examinations.
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#examinations
Only once the additional examinations have been completed will there be further forecasts regarding the 18-year-old. However, the BVB sporting director emphasizes: "It is clear that, for the time being, we are putting the health of the person and the player first. He will not be involved this weekend."
On Tuesday evening, Konstantinos Karetsas had taken to the pitch for Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League for the first time during the home match against FC Villarreal. Midway through the first half, the 18-year-old suddenly complained of circulatory problems and was substituted in the 27th minute. Karetsas was then taken to hospital for further examinations.
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13 days ago
Borussia Dortmund will look to make it four wins in a row in the new season when they host Villarreal in their opening UEFA Champions League fixture on Tuesday at the Signal Iduna Park.
Date: Tuesday, 8th September.
Kick-off: 8pm BST.
Venue: Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund.
Borussia Dortmund manager Niko Kovač faces a significant defensive crisis ahead of this opening fixture, with several key players ruled out.
#signal
Date: Tuesday, 8th September.
Kick-off: 8pm BST.
Venue: Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund.
Borussia Dortmund manager Niko Kovač faces a significant defensive crisis ahead of this opening fixture, with several key players ruled out.
#signal
17 days ago
Argentinian tennis player Mariano Navone is taking the US Open by storm. After beating tennis legend Novak Djokovic in the first round earlier this week, he defeated Matteo Berrettini in round two and will now take on Tomás Martín Etcheverry on September 4.
This is Navone's farthest run in the US Open so far, and without a Grand Slam ******* le under his belt yet, he's chasing that trophy big time. Now that he's making major headlines, fans want to know more about his life off the tennis court, including whether or not he's in a relationship.
Below, we rounded up everything we know about Navone's love life as he prepares to take the court once again.
Yes, Navone confirmed after his round one win that he is in a relationship. He told reporters, "I don't want to get too emotional, but… it's going to be quite a night. In a little while, I'll call my sisters, my girlfriend, everyone. It's just crazy, but I'm truly happy, so happy about this."
Navone's girlfriend is Julieta Villarreal Cerezo. While his Instagram page is mostly tennis updates, he posted a birthday tribute to Cerezo in February 2025.
#navone #open #know
This is Navone's farthest run in the US Open so far, and without a Grand Slam ******* le under his belt yet, he's chasing that trophy big time. Now that he's making major headlines, fans want to know more about his life off the tennis court, including whether or not he's in a relationship.
Below, we rounded up everything we know about Navone's love life as he prepares to take the court once again.
Yes, Navone confirmed after his round one win that he is in a relationship. He told reporters, "I don't want to get too emotional, but… it's going to be quite a night. In a little while, I'll call my sisters, my girlfriend, everyone. It's just crazy, but I'm truly happy, so happy about this."
Navone's girlfriend is Julieta Villarreal Cerezo. While his Instagram page is mostly tennis updates, he posted a birthday tribute to Cerezo in February 2025.
#navone #open #know
23 days ago
Alex Baena bagged a brace and Ademola Lookman was also on target as Atlético Madrid claimed a statement 3-1 win at Sevilla on Saturday.
The hosts had made a bright start to their La Liga campaign by winning both their opening two fixtures but they were three goals down after 33 minutes after Baena struck either side of Lookman's goal.
Miguel Sierra scored midway through the second half but it was a mere consolation as Atlético maintained their unbeaten start to the season, moving on to seven points after three matches.
Handed his first start of the term – after coming off the bench in the win over Malaga and the draw against Villarreal – Baena wasted little time in vindicating Diego Simeone's decision.
Lee Kang-In cut in from the right before playing a cute through ball to Baena, who shot first-time across Sevilla goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos from an acute angle into the net after four minutes.
#baena #three #time
The hosts had made a bright start to their La Liga campaign by winning both their opening two fixtures but they were three goals down after 33 minutes after Baena struck either side of Lookman's goal.
Miguel Sierra scored midway through the second half but it was a mere consolation as Atlético maintained their unbeaten start to the season, moving on to seven points after three matches.
Handed his first start of the term – after coming off the bench in the win over Malaga and the draw against Villarreal – Baena wasted little time in vindicating Diego Simeone's decision.
Lee Kang-In cut in from the right before playing a cute through ball to Baena, who shot first-time across Sevilla goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos from an acute angle into the net after four minutes.
#baena #three #time
23 days ago
Nicolas Jackson moved permanently to Aston Villa yesterday, completing the transfer that had been expected for much of the past two months. The financial package we've received in compensation is reportedly worth £65m £65, though only about three-quarters of that (£47.5m) is being paid up front. The rest are tied to various bonuses and add-ons, which may or may not be hit depending on how well Jackson does.
How well Jackson's doing has been a big question around Stamford Bridge ever since he arrived three years ago. And though he scored 30 goals in all competitions during his first two seasons, he never quite managed to convince either the fans or the coaches that he is the one to lead our front line. He did seem to have a propensity for wasting chances and for silly bookings (and not just for yellows), though how far of an outlier he might have been in that regard is up for debate. He was a bit of chaos agent, in all the good and most of the bad ways.
Last season he got to hang out at Bayern and win a few trophies, which must've been nice for him even if he certainly wasn't the main man there either. Perhaps he will now get that chance at Villa as he reunites with the manager who gave him his debut back at Villarreal.
Good luck, Nico, and thanks for all the fun!
"Thank you, Chelsea. I'm grateful for every moment, every lesson and every memory during my time at the club. Thank you to my teammates, the staff and everyone at Chelsea for the support, and a special thank you to the fans for always being behind me. Thank you for everything.
#every
How well Jackson's doing has been a big question around Stamford Bridge ever since he arrived three years ago. And though he scored 30 goals in all competitions during his first two seasons, he never quite managed to convince either the fans or the coaches that he is the one to lead our front line. He did seem to have a propensity for wasting chances and for silly bookings (and not just for yellows), though how far of an outlier he might have been in that regard is up for debate. He was a bit of chaos agent, in all the good and most of the bad ways.
Last season he got to hang out at Bayern and win a few trophies, which must've been nice for him even if he certainly wasn't the main man there either. Perhaps he will now get that chance at Villa as he reunites with the manager who gave him his debut back at Villarreal.
Good luck, Nico, and thanks for all the fun!
"Thank you, Chelsea. I'm grateful for every moment, every lesson and every memory during my time at the club. Thank you to my teammates, the staff and everyone at Chelsea for the support, and a special thank you to the fans for always being behind me. Thank you for everything.
#every
24 days ago
Coming off a back-and-forth 2-2 draw against Villarreal, Diego Simeone's Atlético de Madrid side will travel to Sevilla this Saturday in hopes of securing their second win of the young season.
Sevilla have won both of their opening matches in La Liga: a last-second 2-1 victory against Rayo Vallecano and then a surprising 3-1 victory at Athletic Bilbao. Their intense pressing and counterattacking speed has been a key factor in their early success. Additionally, their ability to draw fouls in dangerous areas has caused havoc for their opponents. Sevilla thus far have drawn a pair of penalties and two red cards across their opening two games.
The two clubs faced each other most recently in April, when a penalty from Akor Adams (now playing at Venezia) and a thumping header from Nemanja Gudelj (now a free agent) helped the Andalusian side past Atlético, 2-1, in La Liga's first retro weekend.
Similar to the previous match day, Simeone will have to navigate player fitness concerns following the summer's World Cup, as well as the ongoing Julián Alvarez transfer soap opera.
Summer signing Cuti Romero is unlikely to start, as the coaching staff does not want to rush the defender into the starting 11 until they feel he is ready to perform. It has also been confirmed that Alvarez, who missed his third consecutive team training session in a row amid his rumored exit to ****** nal, will not play on Saturday at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán. Robin Le Normand will also be unavailable, as he will be serving a one-game suspension after his red card against Villarreal.
#sevilla #side #second #victory
Sevilla have won both of their opening matches in La Liga: a last-second 2-1 victory against Rayo Vallecano and then a surprising 3-1 victory at Athletic Bilbao. Their intense pressing and counterattacking speed has been a key factor in their early success. Additionally, their ability to draw fouls in dangerous areas has caused havoc for their opponents. Sevilla thus far have drawn a pair of penalties and two red cards across their opening two games.
The two clubs faced each other most recently in April, when a penalty from Akor Adams (now playing at Venezia) and a thumping header from Nemanja Gudelj (now a free agent) helped the Andalusian side past Atlético, 2-1, in La Liga's first retro weekend.
Similar to the previous match day, Simeone will have to navigate player fitness concerns following the summer's World Cup, as well as the ongoing Julián Alvarez transfer soap opera.
Summer signing Cuti Romero is unlikely to start, as the coaching staff does not want to rush the defender into the starting 11 until they feel he is ready to perform. It has also been confirmed that Alvarez, who missed his third consecutive team training session in a row amid his rumored exit to ****** nal, will not play on Saturday at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán. Robin Le Normand will also be unavailable, as he will be serving a one-game suspension after his red card against Villarreal.
#sevilla #side #second #victory
25 days ago
"These are exciting matches that we can look forward to. With Inter Milan, Villarreal CF, and Bodø/Glimt, we'll be facing three familiar opponents from last season, while at the same time, AEK Athens and Sabah FK – two teams we've never played before – are waiting for us. That's certainly exciting, especially since we still have a score to settle with Inter and Bodø from last year. Our minimum goal is to reach the Round of 16 – ideally, we'll achieve that within these eight games."
Ole Book: "We're looking forward to eight very interesting and athletically challenging matches. With **** nal and Inter Milan, we'll be facing the English and Italian champions. We'll show that we don't have to shy away from even the best teams in Europe."
Niko Kovac: "Exciting matches await us, and we'll take every opponent very seriously. We performed very well in London during our preseason preparations, and now we want to confirm that under competitive conditions. We're now eager to see how the games will be scheduled. I can **** ure you: We'll be ready for the opener."
#Inter #forward
Ole Book: "We're looking forward to eight very interesting and athletically challenging matches. With **** nal and Inter Milan, we'll be facing the English and Italian champions. We'll show that we don't have to shy away from even the best teams in Europe."
Niko Kovac: "Exciting matches await us, and we'll take every opponent very seriously. We performed very well in London during our preseason preparations, and now we want to confirm that under competitive conditions. We're now eager to see how the games will be scheduled. I can **** ure you: We'll be ready for the opener."
#Inter #forward
25 days ago
Everything was on the line at the draw in Monaco. The four home and four away opponents for the 2026–27 season have now been determined. UEFA will announce the exact dates of the matches by Saturday. Today, Thursday, former star strikers Thierry Henry and David Villa began by drawing the opponents for all 36 participating teams.
BVB already faced three of its eight opponents last year: At SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, BVB will once again take on Inter Milan and Villarreal CF—and these two matchups cannot be repeated next year—and will also face FK Bodø/Glimt from Norway again, though this time on the road. The other home opponents are Real Betis from Seville and AEK Athens—both of which will be first-time opponents! Away from home, Borussia will face Bodø/Glimt, as well as ******* nal, Aston Villa, and Sabah FK in Azerbaijan.
Inter MilanThe 21-time Italian champions have reached the Champions League final twice in the past four seasons. Inter has won the trophy three times (most recently in 2010), but suffered a surprising defeat last season in the Round of 16 against Bodø/Glimt—a team that shocked more than just BVB. BVB lost the head-to-head match against Inter 0–2. There will be a reunion with Manuel Akanji and Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
Real BetisReal Betis Balompié, known as Real Betis for short or simply Betis—that's the name of Spain's 1935 champion and three-time cup winner. Their greatest international achievement was reaching the final of the 2025 UEFA Conference League. Former Borussia player Marc Bartra (pictured) played a key role in helping the team finish fifth in La Liga last season, thereby qualifying for the Champions League for the second time in the club's history. BVB has not yet faced Betis in a head-to-head match.
FC VillarrealThe second Spanish opponent—which finished third last year—comes from Pot 3, even though it made a splash internationally by winning the 2021 UEFA Europa League and reaching the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League the following year. In last season's league campaign, however, "the Yellow Submarine" finished in 35th place with just one point earned. At SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, BVB won 4-0.
#time #champions #year
BVB already faced three of its eight opponents last year: At SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, BVB will once again take on Inter Milan and Villarreal CF—and these two matchups cannot be repeated next year—and will also face FK Bodø/Glimt from Norway again, though this time on the road. The other home opponents are Real Betis from Seville and AEK Athens—both of which will be first-time opponents! Away from home, Borussia will face Bodø/Glimt, as well as ******* nal, Aston Villa, and Sabah FK in Azerbaijan.
Inter MilanThe 21-time Italian champions have reached the Champions League final twice in the past four seasons. Inter has won the trophy three times (most recently in 2010), but suffered a surprising defeat last season in the Round of 16 against Bodø/Glimt—a team that shocked more than just BVB. BVB lost the head-to-head match against Inter 0–2. There will be a reunion with Manuel Akanji and Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
Real BetisReal Betis Balompié, known as Real Betis for short or simply Betis—that's the name of Spain's 1935 champion and three-time cup winner. Their greatest international achievement was reaching the final of the 2025 UEFA Conference League. Former Borussia player Marc Bartra (pictured) played a key role in helping the team finish fifth in La Liga last season, thereby qualifying for the Champions League for the second time in the club's history. BVB has not yet faced Betis in a head-to-head match.
FC VillarrealThe second Spanish opponent—which finished third last year—comes from Pot 3, even though it made a splash internationally by winning the 2021 UEFA Europa League and reaching the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League the following year. In last season's league campaign, however, "the Yellow Submarine" finished in 35th place with just one point earned. At SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, BVB won 4-0.
#time #champions #year
25 days ago
BVB was placed in Pot 2 during the draw held this Thursday evening in Monaco; the team will face three repeat matchups and has two challenging away trips ahead. BVB will play each of these eight opponents only once—for a total of four home games and four away games.
At SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, BVB will face Inter and Villarreal in their current home jerseys, just as they did last year, as well as Real Betis and AEK Athens. The away trips will take them to London (Arsenal), Birmingham (Aston Villa), northern Norway (Bodø/Glimt), and Baku in Azerbaijan (Sabah FK).
The match dates have not yet been set. UEFA plans to announce them by Saturday at the latest.
Reactions to the draw, background on the format, and details about the opponents will follow later this evening. Tickets for the first home game will be available starting September 1 (12:00) in the online ticket shop. Advance sales will begin first for club members. Boris Rupert
#home #evening #face #four
At SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, BVB will face Inter and Villarreal in their current home jerseys, just as they did last year, as well as Real Betis and AEK Athens. The away trips will take them to London (Arsenal), Birmingham (Aston Villa), northern Norway (Bodø/Glimt), and Baku in Azerbaijan (Sabah FK).
The match dates have not yet been set. UEFA plans to announce them by Saturday at the latest.
Reactions to the draw, background on the format, and details about the opponents will follow later this evening. Tickets for the first home game will be available starting September 1 (12:00) in the online ticket shop. Advance sales will begin first for club members. Boris Rupert
#home #evening #face #four
26 days ago
Just like that, everything was back to normal. Julian Alvarez came on in the second half of Atlético Madrid's match with Villarreal looking to help the Colchoneros to a victory.
Except, nothing was normal for the Argentine forward.
The fans that had cheered him last season all jeered, and rather than saluting them after, he let the rest of his teammates approach after a 2-2 draw and was ushered down a different tunnel.
Why?
It's all because of Alvarez's desire to move away from the club that brought the forward to Spain in 2024 as Barcelona continues to loom as a potential destination.
#alvarez #villarreal #spain
Except, nothing was normal for the Argentine forward.
The fans that had cheered him last season all jeered, and rather than saluting them after, he let the rest of his teammates approach after a 2-2 draw and was ushered down a different tunnel.
Why?
It's all because of Alvarez's desire to move away from the club that brought the forward to Spain in 2024 as Barcelona continues to loom as a potential destination.
#alvarez #villarreal #spain
26 days ago
Former Manchester United defender Willy Kambwala has officially joined Serie A side Como on loan with an option to buy from Villarreal, the clubs have confirmed on Wednesday morning.
"Como is pleased to announce the signing of central defender Willy Kambwala from Villarreal CF on loan until the end of the 2026/27 season, with an option to make the move permanent," read a statement on the Como website.
Reports in Italy indicate that Como will have an option to make Kamwala's transfer permanent at a cost of €10m and that he will sign a contract until the summer of 2031 in the event that his move is extended.
MADRID, SPAIN – JANUARY 25: Antoine Griezmann of Atletico de Madrid and Willy Kambwala of Villarreal CF compete for a header during the La Liga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and Villarreal CF at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano on January 25, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
"I'm extremely happy to be here, at this great club and in this beautiful city," said Kambwala upon his signing for Como.
#option #january #atletico #defender
"Como is pleased to announce the signing of central defender Willy Kambwala from Villarreal CF on loan until the end of the 2026/27 season, with an option to make the move permanent," read a statement on the Como website.
Reports in Italy indicate that Como will have an option to make Kamwala's transfer permanent at a cost of €10m and that he will sign a contract until the summer of 2031 in the event that his move is extended.
MADRID, SPAIN – JANUARY 25: Antoine Griezmann of Atletico de Madrid and Willy Kambwala of Villarreal CF compete for a header during the La Liga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and Villarreal CF at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano on January 25, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
"I'm extremely happy to be here, at this great club and in this beautiful city," said Kambwala upon his signing for Como.
#option #january #atletico #defender
26 days ago
Julian Alvarez is headline news again on Wednesday as he's not training with Atletico Madrid as Diego Simeone's side prepare to face Sevilla in La Liga.
The forward's absence will likely get the rumor mill all excited but the explanation given is that he's simply not feeling well and has a stomach upset.
Reporter Ruben Uria posted on X: "We have been able to confirm that the Argentine forward will not participate today in the Atlético de Madrid training session, scheduled for this morning. The Argentine will not train today with the team. Julián had a bad night and is suffering from an upset stomach."
Alvarez is undoubtedly going through a difficult time right now. He was whistled by Atletico fans at the weekend against Villarreal after asking for a transfer at the World Cup.
Atletico Madrid refuse to sell the forward, despite his desire to move on, but Barcelona continue to monitor the situation in case Los Colchoneros decide to change their stance before the window closes next week.
#atletico #argentine #stomach #today
The forward's absence will likely get the rumor mill all excited but the explanation given is that he's simply not feeling well and has a stomach upset.
Reporter Ruben Uria posted on X: "We have been able to confirm that the Argentine forward will not participate today in the Atlético de Madrid training session, scheduled for this morning. The Argentine will not train today with the team. Julián had a bad night and is suffering from an upset stomach."
Alvarez is undoubtedly going through a difficult time right now. He was whistled by Atletico fans at the weekend against Villarreal after asking for a transfer at the World Cup.
Atletico Madrid refuse to sell the forward, despite his desire to move on, but Barcelona continue to monitor the situation in case Los Colchoneros decide to change their stance before the window closes next week.
#atletico #argentine #stomach #today
27 days ago
Xabi Alonso and Unai Emery are at Stamford Bridge and at Villa Park, respectively. Aston Villa have submitted a formal €70 million bid to Chelsea for striker Nicolas Jackson, with the Blues reportedly close to accepting the offer, according to transfer reporter Santi Aouna.
Villa have stepped up their search for a new centre-forward ahead of the transfer deadline, with current striker Ollie Watkins attracting interest from Saudi Arabian clubs and potentially set to depart.
With a club-to-club agreement close, Villa's attention now turns to finalising personal terms with Jackson. The Senegal international has been linked with several clubs across Europe, including Napoli and Atletico Madrid, with the latter recently having a loan bid rejected.
Since joining Chelsea from Villarreal in 2023, Jackson has displayed pace, effective link-up play, and strong ball-carrying, though his finishing has been inconsistent. He spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich, scoring 11 goals in 34 appearances.
Chelsea are keen to part ways with Jackson this summer, preferring an outright sale or a loan with an obligation to buy.
#transfer
Villa have stepped up their search for a new centre-forward ahead of the transfer deadline, with current striker Ollie Watkins attracting interest from Saudi Arabian clubs and potentially set to depart.
With a club-to-club agreement close, Villa's attention now turns to finalising personal terms with Jackson. The Senegal international has been linked with several clubs across Europe, including Napoli and Atletico Madrid, with the latter recently having a loan bid rejected.
Since joining Chelsea from Villarreal in 2023, Jackson has displayed pace, effective link-up play, and strong ball-carrying, though his finishing has been inconsistent. He spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich, scoring 11 goals in 34 appearances.
Chelsea are keen to part ways with Jackson this summer, preferring an outright sale or a loan with an obligation to buy.
#transfer
28 days ago
Atlético Madrid star Julián Alvarez has early this week dropped a fresh hint regarding his eagerness to take his talents to La Liga rivals Barcelona before the summer is out.
This of course comes fresh off a harrowing evening for the Argentine on Sunday.
Afforded a place on the bench for Atlético's league meeting with Villarreal, Alvarez found himself the target of a heavy and incessant round of boos, whistles and jeers on the part of the Metropolitano crowd.
After the attacker announced his desire to move on earlier this summer, the Rojiblancos faithful made crystal clear that they have not forgiven Alvarez in any way, shape or form.
Safe to say, then, that the 26-year-old's latest activity on social media is unlikely to go down overly well, either…
#madrid #liga #afforded
This of course comes fresh off a harrowing evening for the Argentine on Sunday.
Afforded a place on the bench for Atlético's league meeting with Villarreal, Alvarez found himself the target of a heavy and incessant round of boos, whistles and jeers on the part of the Metropolitano crowd.
After the attacker announced his desire to move on earlier this summer, the Rojiblancos faithful made crystal clear that they have not forgiven Alvarez in any way, shape or form.
Safe to say, then, that the 26-year-old's latest activity on social media is unlikely to go down overly well, either…
#madrid #liga #afforded
28 days ago
What happened to Julian Alvarez? Barcelona transfer speculation grows as Atletico Madrid star booed at home originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
One of the best forwards in Spain, Julian Alvarez is a wanted man, but instead of securing the move he desires, it has only created strife at his current club.
Having spent the last two seasons with La Liga side Atletico Madrid, Alvarez has pushed heavily to join Barcelona this summer, but his desired transfer has not materialized the way he likely had hoped. Instead, it has left him an isolated and disgruntled figure at Atleti, who refuse to cooperate with his intentions.
Thus, when Atletico Madrid opened their 2026-27 season at home against Villarreal on August 23, Alvarez was verbally ***** aulted by the Atleti supporters, creating a tense and hostile situation that must be resolved before the transfer window closes in a week.
The Sporting News explains what happened at the match, where negotiations for a transfer sit, and why Alvarez has pushed so heavily for a move away from the Metropolitano.
#alvarez #madrid #Barcelona #instead
One of the best forwards in Spain, Julian Alvarez is a wanted man, but instead of securing the move he desires, it has only created strife at his current club.
Having spent the last two seasons with La Liga side Atletico Madrid, Alvarez has pushed heavily to join Barcelona this summer, but his desired transfer has not materialized the way he likely had hoped. Instead, it has left him an isolated and disgruntled figure at Atleti, who refuse to cooperate with his intentions.
Thus, when Atletico Madrid opened their 2026-27 season at home against Villarreal on August 23, Alvarez was verbally ***** aulted by the Atleti supporters, creating a tense and hostile situation that must be resolved before the transfer window closes in a week.
The Sporting News explains what happened at the match, where negotiations for a transfer sit, and why Alvarez has pushed so heavily for a move away from the Metropolitano.
#alvarez #madrid #Barcelona #instead
28 days ago
Arsenal have been given encouragement that a Julian Alvarez deal may be possible before the end of the window, as the Premier League champions actively work on a deal.
Atletico Madrid want €150m (£128.4m) for the attacker, who enjoyed a fine World Cup with Argentina, including an extra-time screamer to help down Switzerland in the quarter-finals.
There is still a long way to go before any deal is possible, but the London club are attempting to negotiate that price down, while the Kroenke ownership are taking the view they did on Vinicius Junior, which is that they are willing to back the right big move.
There is naturally awareness that ****** nal could get caught in similar Spanish football politics as they did with the Real Madrid star, since Alvarez's long-desired stance has been to stay in the country and go to Barcelona.
Atletico have nevertheless remained unmoved in their stance that they absolutely will not sell to their Catalan rivals, which has caused some re-assessments from the 26-year-old, who was loudly booed by his fans after entering the game against Villarreal at the weekend.
#arsenal #possible #stance #alvarez
Atletico Madrid want €150m (£128.4m) for the attacker, who enjoyed a fine World Cup with Argentina, including an extra-time screamer to help down Switzerland in the quarter-finals.
There is still a long way to go before any deal is possible, but the London club are attempting to negotiate that price down, while the Kroenke ownership are taking the view they did on Vinicius Junior, which is that they are willing to back the right big move.
There is naturally awareness that ****** nal could get caught in similar Spanish football politics as they did with the Real Madrid star, since Alvarez's long-desired stance has been to stay in the country and go to Barcelona.
Atletico have nevertheless remained unmoved in their stance that they absolutely will not sell to their Catalan rivals, which has caused some re-assessments from the 26-year-old, who was loudly booed by his fans after entering the game against Villarreal at the weekend.
#arsenal #possible #stance #alvarez
29 days ago
Julian Alvarez's future at Atletico Madrid was already difficult and after Sunday night, it appears to be getting worse.
The Argentine forward was once again at the centre of attention during Atletico's 2-2 draw with Villarreal, but not because of what he did with the ball.
Alvarez was booed by sections of his own supporters while warming up, received an even louder reaction when he came off the bench and then found himself at the heart of more controversy after the final whistle.
For Barcelona, who view Alvarez as a priority target, these scenes will not have gone unnoticed.
The Blaugrana have been clear about their interest, while the player has made no secret of his desire to leave Atletico.
#argentine #Barcelona #blaugrana
The Argentine forward was once again at the centre of attention during Atletico's 2-2 draw with Villarreal, but not because of what he did with the ball.
Alvarez was booed by sections of his own supporters while warming up, received an even louder reaction when he came off the bench and then found himself at the heart of more controversy after the final whistle.
For Barcelona, who view Alvarez as a priority target, these scenes will not have gone unnoticed.
The Blaugrana have been clear about their interest, while the player has made no secret of his desire to leave Atletico.
#argentine #Barcelona #blaugrana
29 days ago
Tension at the Metropolitano after the boos aimed at Julián Álvarez headline a matchday in which FC Barcelona showed overwhelming dominance against Elche, Mourinho stepped in amid the 'Vinicius case', and Ligue 1 witnessed Ferran Torres' instant resurrection in Paris. On top of that, the transfer market is delivering dramatic twists just days before the deadline.
The atmosphere among the Atlético faithful is reaching boiling point. Atlético de Madrid fans showed strong disapproval toward Julián Álvarez after he made clear his intention to leave the club. After the final whistle against Villarreal, boos echoed around the stands, and the forward headed alone to the dressing room by decision of the club hierarchy to avoid further incidents.
The reigning champion kicked off LaLiga by laying down the law with an emphatic 0-5 win. In a brilliant attacking display, Raphinha and Fermín led the team with a brace each, joined by Adeyemi opening his account as a Barça scorer. A standout cameo from debutant Gordon in just 20 minutes put the finishing touch on an imposing start.
José Mourinho has spoken out after the controversial incidents in Cornellá. The Real Madrid coach publicly defended the Brazilian attacker, taking command within the Madrid dressing room and trying to ease the external pressure once again closing in on his biggest star.
He came, he saw, he conquered. Ferran Torres enjoyed a dream start in Ligue 1, rescuing PSG from the brink against Rennes. After trailing 0-2 at half-time, the Spanish forward took control in an extraordinary second half and scored a crucial brace to level the match.
#lvarez
The atmosphere among the Atlético faithful is reaching boiling point. Atlético de Madrid fans showed strong disapproval toward Julián Álvarez after he made clear his intention to leave the club. After the final whistle against Villarreal, boos echoed around the stands, and the forward headed alone to the dressing room by decision of the club hierarchy to avoid further incidents.
The reigning champion kicked off LaLiga by laying down the law with an emphatic 0-5 win. In a brilliant attacking display, Raphinha and Fermín led the team with a brace each, joined by Adeyemi opening his account as a Barça scorer. A standout cameo from debutant Gordon in just 20 minutes put the finishing touch on an imposing start.
José Mourinho has spoken out after the controversial incidents in Cornellá. The Real Madrid coach publicly defended the Brazilian attacker, taking command within the Madrid dressing room and trying to ease the external pressure once again closing in on his biggest star.
He came, he saw, he conquered. Ferran Torres enjoyed a dream start in Ligue 1, rescuing PSG from the brink against Rennes. After trailing 0-2 at half-time, the Spanish forward took control in an extraordinary second half and scored a crucial brace to level the match.
#lvarez
29 days ago
On a scorching afternoon in Madrid, Atlético de Madrid finally got their first weekend home kickoff of the season, with over 60,000 fans packed into the Metropolitano to welcome the Rojiblancos and properly usher in the new campaign against fellow Champions League side Villarreal.
Two penalties, a red card, and a very complicated homecoming later, Atleti walked away with a point they were truthfully fortunate to get.
Let's dive into the takeaways!
Between the heat and a lineup still finding its feet, this always had the makings of a sluggish start. Several of these players are only just back from a shortened summer, still getting reacquainted, and it showed.
For the opening hour, Atleti dominated the shooting charts on paper, outshooting Villarreal 11 to 6. But only two efforts were on target, and the underlying picture told a very different story. Villarreal had 23 touches in Atleti's box to Atleti's 19 in theirs. The visitors also created three big chances in the first half alone, while Atleti created zero. They even out-passed Atleti, 271 to 217. The Rojiblancos were a team going through the motions of control without really controlling anything.
#still #only #metropolitano #champions
Two penalties, a red card, and a very complicated homecoming later, Atleti walked away with a point they were truthfully fortunate to get.
Let's dive into the takeaways!
Between the heat and a lineup still finding its feet, this always had the makings of a sluggish start. Several of these players are only just back from a shortened summer, still getting reacquainted, and it showed.
For the opening hour, Atleti dominated the shooting charts on paper, outshooting Villarreal 11 to 6. But only two efforts were on target, and the underlying picture told a very different story. Villarreal had 23 touches in Atleti's box to Atleti's 19 in theirs. The visitors also created three big chances in the first half alone, while Atleti created zero. They even out-passed Atleti, 271 to 217. The Rojiblancos were a team going through the motions of control without really controlling anything.
#still #only #metropolitano #champions
30 days ago
Atletico Madrid is set to face Villarreal in their second La Liga encounter at their home ground on Sunday.
Date: Sunday, 23rd August.
Kick-off: 4pm BST.
Venue: Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid.
Diego Simeone faces an intriguing blend of major injury setbacks and exciting personnel returns ahead of today's clash.
#liga #riyadh
Date: Sunday, 23rd August.
Kick-off: 4pm BST.
Venue: Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid.
Diego Simeone faces an intriguing blend of major injury setbacks and exciting personnel returns ahead of today's clash.
#liga #riyadh
30 days ago
There were fewer than 15 minutes remaining in Everton's Premier League opening-game win over Crystal Palace when supporters had one final reason to rise to their feet.
The stadium announcer at Hill ***** inson Stadium had just revealed that match-winner Thierno Barry would be leaving the field to be replaced by Beto.
As he made his way off the pitch, the 23-year-old Frenchman took a moment to soak up the acclaim from the blue half of Merseyside after delivering a performance of huge significance.
When he connected with Iliman Ndiaye's cross early in the second half to double Everton's lead - and all but end any hope of a Palace comeback - Barry was all smiles as he celebrated to cheers from the home support.
It was quite the contrast to the feeling towards him at the end of last year, when he endured a 14-game goal drought after arriving from Villarreal for £27m.
#barry #stadium #hill
The stadium announcer at Hill ***** inson Stadium had just revealed that match-winner Thierno Barry would be leaving the field to be replaced by Beto.
As he made his way off the pitch, the 23-year-old Frenchman took a moment to soak up the acclaim from the blue half of Merseyside after delivering a performance of huge significance.
When he connected with Iliman Ndiaye's cross early in the second half to double Everton's lead - and all but end any hope of a Palace comeback - Barry was all smiles as he celebrated to cheers from the home support.
It was quite the contrast to the feeling towards him at the end of last year, when he endured a 14-game goal drought after arriving from Villarreal for £27m.
#barry #stadium #hill
30 days ago
Atlético Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has provided an update on the status of star attacker Julián Alvarez for the club's next outing. This of course comes amid the ongoing speculation surrounding the name of the Argentine.
Atlético are primed to kick their 2026/27 campaign back into gear on Sunday evening, in a high-profile Gameweek 2 meeting with Villarreal. The Rojiblancos head into the matchup hopeful of making it two wins from two to open the new season in Spain's top-flight.
In the days leading up to the clash, much of the chatter in Spain's capital has continued to center on the situation of the aforementioned Julián Alvarez, who sat out his side's season opener against Málaga.
Alvarez has again been hotly tipped for a Metropolitano exit this week, amid a fresh round of links with Premier League champions ***** nal.
Speaking during his pre-match press conference on Saturday, the subject of his fellow countryman's status to face Villarreal in 24 hours' time was therefore put to the aforementioned Diego Simeone.
#simeone #juli #head
Atlético are primed to kick their 2026/27 campaign back into gear on Sunday evening, in a high-profile Gameweek 2 meeting with Villarreal. The Rojiblancos head into the matchup hopeful of making it two wins from two to open the new season in Spain's top-flight.
In the days leading up to the clash, much of the chatter in Spain's capital has continued to center on the situation of the aforementioned Julián Alvarez, who sat out his side's season opener against Málaga.
Alvarez has again been hotly tipped for a Metropolitano exit this week, amid a fresh round of links with Premier League champions ***** nal.
Speaking during his pre-match press conference on Saturday, the subject of his fellow countryman's status to face Villarreal in 24 hours' time was therefore put to the aforementioned Diego Simeone.
#simeone #juli #head
1 month ago
There is no doubt that Real Madrid have had a very exciting summer transfer window, with the addition of up to six new players, and also the return of Jose Mourinho as the team's head coach. However, one aspect that might leave some of the fans not fully satisfied is the lack of reinforcements in the midfield.
The Merengues have signed a highly experienced and reliable midfielder in Bernardo Silva, but as Mourinho himself put it in a recent press conference, the signing of Rodri Hernandez, who ultimately decided to sign for Barcelona, would have been the icing on the cake.
Although Los Blancos were unable to land the World Cup MVP, they might still land another midfielder, albeit one who is significantly far below the level of the former Manchester City star for now, before the transfer window closes.
This possible signing is the Racing Club midfielder Sergio Martinez, who recently made his debut in La Liga and has been linked with Real Madrid in recent days. He has been enjoying interest from other clubs as well, including from Barcelona, Villarreal, and Atletico Madrid, but according to Diario AS, has decided to sign for the Merengue club, despite them offering him only a reserve team place for now.
The report claims that the move can be finalized after Martinez plays the La Liga game between Racing and Getafe this weekend. In his first game in the top division, he scored a wonderful goal that turned out to be the goal of the Matchday 1.
#midfielder #mourinho #club
The Merengues have signed a highly experienced and reliable midfielder in Bernardo Silva, but as Mourinho himself put it in a recent press conference, the signing of Rodri Hernandez, who ultimately decided to sign for Barcelona, would have been the icing on the cake.
Although Los Blancos were unable to land the World Cup MVP, they might still land another midfielder, albeit one who is significantly far below the level of the former Manchester City star for now, before the transfer window closes.
This possible signing is the Racing Club midfielder Sergio Martinez, who recently made his debut in La Liga and has been linked with Real Madrid in recent days. He has been enjoying interest from other clubs as well, including from Barcelona, Villarreal, and Atletico Madrid, but according to Diario AS, has decided to sign for the Merengue club, despite them offering him only a reserve team place for now.
The report claims that the move can be finalized after Martinez plays the La Liga game between Racing and Getafe this weekend. In his first game in the top division, he scored a wonderful goal that turned out to be the goal of the Matchday 1.
#midfielder #mourinho #club
