After more than 20 years of waiting - Atletico Madrid have won at Camp Nou and it was Barca target Julian Alvarez who played a starring role! So - does his performance underline their determination to sign the Argentine? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Pol Ballus and Dermot Corrigan Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Atletico Madrid’s president Enrique Cerezo has shut down transfer interest in star forward Julian Alvarez. Cerezo has stated the Argentine will remain in the capital, not elsewhere in LaLiga …

Harry Maguire rejected the opportunity to join Inter Miami before agreeing to extend his contract at Manchester United, according to The Sun, choosing top-level European football over a move to the MLS side co-owned by David Beckham where he would have been teammates with Lionel Messi. For a player in his early thirties who spent […] The post Manchester United star turned down the chance to play with Messi before signing a new deal at Old Trafford first appeared on Premier League News Now.

FORMER Chelsea defender Glen Johnson has slammed Liam Rosenior's move to suspend Enzo Fernandez as 'egotistical'. Argentine midfielder Fernandez, 25, missed Chelsea's 7-0 win over Port Vale in the FA Cup after he came out with comments stoking the fire over a potential move to Real Madrid. His comments came on international duty with Argentina,...

Julián Álvarez has said he took a page out of Argentina teammate Lionel Messi's book for his stunning free kick at Camp Nou.

Atletico Madrid have underlined their determination to keep hold of Julian Alvarez amid increasing transfer interest from Arsenal.

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Bolivia superó 2-0 a Perú y consiguió su primera victoria en la competencia. Argentina se impuso 3-2 a Venezuela y escaló posiciones en el Grupo B. La CONMEBOL Sub17 2026 disputó la jornada correspondiente a la Fecha 3 del Grupo B, este miércoles 8 de abril, en Paraguay. Bolivia se impuso ante Perú y logró su primer triunfo en la competencia. Por su parte, Argentina derrotó 3-2 a Venezuela y escaló posiciones en la tabla del Grupo B. Así quedaron las tablas de posiciones tras el cierre de la Tercera Fecha: - Bolivia 2-0 Perú – Grupo B Bolivia superó 2-0 a Perú y consiguió su primera victoria en la competencia. Nabil Nacif anotó un doblete a los 27' y a los 41' del encuentro disputado en Villeta. La ‘Verde’ se quedó con tres puntos importantes en su camino en el torneo. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida de CONMEBOLtorneos (@conmeboltorneos) Números del partido: Bolivia lleva dos partidos invicta en la CONMEBOL Sub-17 tras el empate con Venezuela y la victoria de hoy ante Perú, siendo la primera vez que no pierde en dos encuentros consecutivos en la competición en los últimos 16 años. Con los tantos de hoy, Nabil Nacif se convirtió en el primer jugador de Bolivia en anotar más de dos goles en una edición de la CONMEBOL Sub-17 (3), al menos desde 2019. Además, es el futbolista más joven en la actual competición en marcar más de una vez (16 años y 201 días). En el primer tiempo, Bolivia llegó a su récord en una primera mitad de goles (2), remates (11) y goles esperados (0.7 xG) de las últimas tres ediciones de la CONMEBOL Sub-17. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imw879bmbEQ - Argentina 3-2 Venezuela – Grupo B Argentina se impuso 3-2 a Venezuela en un encuentro vibrante y con muchas emociones. La ‘Albiceleste’ abrió el marcador a los 13’ por intermedio de Juan Cruz Policella, quien volvió a hacerse presente a los 38’ para ampliar la ventaja antes del descanso. En la segunda mitad, Benjamín Tapia convirtió de penal a los 63’ para el 3-0 parcial. Sin embargo, Venezuela reaccionó y logró descontar, incluyendo un gol en propia puerta de Tapia, y volvió a marcar en el tramo final del partido. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida de CONMEBOLtorneos (@conmeboltorneos) Números del partido: Argentina ha ganado sus dos primeros partidos de una misma edición de la CONMEBOL 17 por tercera vez desde 2009, tras lograrlo anteriormente en esa edición de 2009 y en 2023. Argentina y Venezuela se enfrentaron en siete ocasiones en CONMEBOL Sub17 desde 2009, con historial favorable a La Albiceleste, con cinco triunfos, un empate y una victoria Vinotinto. Argentina ha marcado dos goles de cabeza en la CONMEBOL 17 2026, solo Brasil (tres) ha anotado más en esta edición del torneo (también dos para Uruguay y Venezuela). CONMEBOL.com/OPTA

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Kasey Keller's ssessment has stirred attention as he looks beyond Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, focusing instead on a different set of contenders for the tournament. The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is already filled with debate, and one of the most striking opinions comes from former USMNT goalkeeper Kasey Keller. His assessment has stirred attention as he looks beyond Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, focusing instead on a different set of contenders for the tournament. While both legends remain central to global soccer conversations, Keller believes the spotlight is shifting toward other nations. The American’s outlook is clear and direct when discussing the leading candidates for the trophy. He also expressed doubts about the traditional powerhouses led by Messi and Ronaldo, suggesting that their respective teams may struggle to match the intensity and depth of younger squads. His perspective reflects both experience and a cautious reading of current international form. “Can Ronaldo win the World Cup this summer? I don’t see Portugal winning the World Cup. I think they’re good. I look at a few teams. We look at the squad France has; if they get it together, then watch out. Obviously, Spain is very strong. I really like England’s squad-they have to be one of the favorites,” Keller said, via Tribal Football. Lamine Yamal of Spain celebrates scoring with Nico Williams. “I don’t see Argentina being able to repeat their success. With no expectations, can Brazil step up when they haven’t necessarily been playing well?” he added. “I personally look at Spain, France, and England. I just hope that with all this hype, it doesn’t become too much. We know English fans get a little excited when they start to have a bit of success,” he added. Why Argentina and Portugal are questioned Keller’s skepticism extends to the reigning champions and one of soccer’s most consistent contenders. He believes Argentina may struggle to defend its title, despite recent success and a strong squad identity. At the same time, Portugal faces similar doubts, with the 56-year-old openly questioning its ability to go all the way. The 2026 World Cup presents a unique contrast between experience and emerging talent. Messi, at 38, and Ronaldo, at 41, represent the last generation of global icons still competing at the highest level. Lionel Messi of Argentina shakes hands with Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal Keller’s analysis suggests that while experience matters, the physical demands of the tournament may favor younger, more dynamic teams. This shift is a key factor in his prediction, as nations like France, England, and Spain continue to evolve. Emerging powers ready to challenge? The teams Keller highlights are not only talented but also structured for sustained success. Kylian Mbappe’s France, with its depth and balance, remains a constant threat, while England, led by Harry Kane, continues to build one of its strongest squads in recent years. Spain, too, is evolving with a new generation of players who blend technical ability with tactical intelligence, starring Lamine Yamal. Keller’s confidence in these teams reflects their consistency in international competitions and their ability to perform under pressure.