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Barcelona add Osimhen to striker shortlist

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been listed among Barcelona’s key options as the Spanish giants search for a long term replacement for Robert Lewandowski. Reports in Europe say Barca’s recruitment team has drawn up a shortlist of centre forwards, with Osimhen viewed as one of the realistic targets for the summer window. Barcelona are planning for life after Lewandowski, whose role in the team is gradually being reduced as he nears the end of his contract. The club is said to be studying several profiles, but Osimhen and a few other forwards stand out because of their proven goal scoring records and age profile. According to reports, Osimhen is not currently at the very top of Barca’s list, but he is seen as a serious alternative if primary targets cannot be signed. However, any move for the Nigerian will be […]

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Lookman shines as Sorloth hat trick sends Atletico into last 16

Ademola Lookman came off the bench to provide a key assist as Atletico Madrid beat Club Brugge to reach the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. The Spanish side will now face either Liverpool or Tottenham Hotspur in the knockout stage.​ The night belonged to Alexander Sorloth, who scored a clinical hat trick to lead Atletico to a 4-1 win at the Metropolitano and a 7-4 aggregate victory. Brugge made a fast start and almost went ahead when Hugo Vetlesen was denied by a last ditch block from David Hancko.​ Atletico responded when goalkeeper Jan Oblak launched a long pass that Sorloth controlled before holding off his marker and hitting a shot that Simon Mignolet could not keep out. Brugge, coached by Ivan Leko, refused to give up and levelled just before halftime when Joel Ordonez turned in at the […]

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Taskmaster Simeone demands more defensive grit from Lookman

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has challenged Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman to add more defensive grit and all round contribution to his game despite his explosive start at the club. Lookman has hit the ground running in Spain with four goals and two assists in his first few matches across competitions, matching Luis Suarez’s record for the best attacking start under Simeone. Simeone, known for his demanding standards, said Lookman currently gives the team “more goals than overall play” and must now improve his build up involvement and defensive discipline. He stressed that Atletico’s philosophy requires every attacker to press, track back and fully adapt to the team’s intense, compact style without the ball. The Argentine coach added that Lookman is eager to learn and has told him he wants to become a better all round footballer, not just a […]

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Flick says Atletico 4 0 defeat was a lesson for Barca

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said his team were taught a harsh lesson in their 4 0 Copa del Rey semi final first leg defeat to Atletico Madrid. The La Liga leaders conceded four times in a disastrous first half at the Metropolitano and now face a huge task in the return leg.​ Flick admitted his side failed to function as a unit before the break. He said the distances between players were too big, Barcelona did not press properly and they allowed Atletico to dominate the game.​ The German coach described the opening 45 minutes as a big lesson that might still be useful later in the season. He said the team improved in the second half and promised they would fight to turn the tie around in the second leg.​ Barcelona had a goal from Pau Cubarsi ruled out […]

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Lookman rues narrow offside in bittersweet La Liga debut

Ademola Lookman says his home La Liga debut for Atletico Madrid was bittersweet after a narrow offside call denied him a dream goal in a 1-0 defeat to Real Betis. The Super Eagles forward had arrived at the Metropolitano on a high following a standout performance in the Copa del Rey.​ Lookman thought he had equalised just before halftime when he rose to head the ball into the net, but the effort was ruled out for a marginal offside after a review. The decision proved costly as Atletico could not find a way back into the match.​ Despite receiving a yellow card in the 56th minute for a tactical foul, he remained one of Atletico’s brightest attacking outlets until he was substituted in the 74th minute. His movement and direct play repeatedly troubled the Betis defence, even as the hosts […]

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‘I’m very happy to be here’ — Lookman begins new chapter at Atletico Madrid

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has arrived in Spain to complete a high profile move to Atletico Madrid, marking the start of a new chapter in his career after a successful spell with Atalanta. The 28 year old landed in Madrid on Sunday following months of speculation and protracted negotiations between Atletico and the Italian club. Atletico have agreed a €40 million package for the Nigerian, comprising a €35 million fixed fee plus €5 million in performance related add ons, after Atalanta initially resisted several bids since last summer. Lookman is expected to undergo his medical on Monday before signing a long term contract with the La Liga side. His departure brings to a close a memorable stint in Bergamo, highlighted by his historic hat trick in the 2024 Europa League final that secured Atalanta’s first major European trophy. Speaking […]

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Real Madrid handed Benfica rematch in Champions League playoffs

Real Madrid will face Benfica again in next month’s Champions League knockout playoffs after losing to the Portuguese side in their final league phase game.​ The draw, held in Nyon, paired teams ranked ninth to 24th in the league phase in two legged ties to be played between February 17 and 25. Winners will join the top eight teams already through to the round of 16.​ Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored in the 98th minute to seal a 4-2 win over Madrid on Wednesday, a result that left the Spanish giants ninth in the table, one point behind eighth placed Manchester City.​ Defending champions Paris Saint Germain, who finished 11th after failing to win any of their last three league phase matches, have been drawn against Ligue 1 rivals Monaco, who ended the phase in 21st place.​ Newcastle United will […]

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Arsenal Host Atletico Madrid in Crucial Champions League Clash

Arsenal and Atletico Madrid are set for a high-stakes encounter in the UEFA Champions League today at the Emirates Stadium. This is a rare meeting between the two clubs, with their last fixtures occurring in the 2018 Europa League semi-finals, which Atletico won. The match also features a fascinating tactical duel between managers Mikel Arteta and Diego Simeone. Arsenal enters the match in strong form, having won both of their opening Champions League games without conceding a goal. They also lead the English Premier League. Atletico Madrid, after a shaky start to their season, has found momentum, winning three of their last four league games. In team news, Arsenal will still be without key players like Martin Ødegaard and Gabriel Jesus. For Atletico, Johnny Cardoso is their only confirmed absentee. Given Arsenal's formidable home record and current form, they are […]

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Atletico Must Prove Their Elite Status to Star Alvarez vs Arsenal

Atletico Madrid faces a crucial test against Arsenal in the Champions League, not just for points, but to convince their star player, Julián Álvarez, that the club matches his elite ambitions. Since joining from Manchester City, Álvarez has become Atletico's key player. However, recent links to Barcelona and the team's trophyless previous season have raised questions about his long-term future. The Argentine striker is in superb form, scoring a hat-trick against Rayo Vallecano and two goals in a 5-2 rout of rivals Real Madrid. Coach Diego Simeone has publicly praised him as the team's "best" player in an effort to keep him happy. A strong performance against last season's semi-finalists, Arsenal, is seen as a vital step to show Álvarez that Atletico can compete for the highest honors and convince him to stay for the long term.

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