Enzo Fernandez — Chelsea midfielder who scored in FA Cup semi-final win over Leeds and free-kick in Liverpool draw.
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The Namibian
Enzo Fernandez was sent off after a brutal challenge on Spain defender Pau Cubarsi in injury time
“The South Americans' skullduggery ended with midfielder Enzo Fernandez being sent off after a brutal challenge on Spain defender Pau Cubarsi in injury time.”
Spain down Argentina to win World Cup, shatter Messi dreamInformanté
Enzo Fernandez scored a late goal in the semi-final against England
“However, late goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez sent Argentina through to the final against Spain.”
France and England seek FIFA World Cup consolation in bronze medal clashNew Era
Enzo Fernández played influential roles as Argentina fought back to secure a 3-2 win
“Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernández played influential roles as Argentina fought back to secure a 3-2 win.”
Clash of the titans: Spain vs ArgentinaThe Namibian
Enzo Fernandez blasted home from outside the area to equalize for Argentina
“He set up Enzo Fernandez, who blasted home from outside the area, and provided an inch-perfect cross for Lautaro Martinez's winner in stoppage time.”
Kane ‘gutted’ after England crash out of World CupThe Namibian
Enzo Fernandez fired in 85th-minute equaliser
“Messi set up Enzo Fernandez to fire in an 85th-minute equaliser and then, with extra time looming, crossed for substitute Lautaro Martinez to head in the winner in the second minute of stoppage time.”
Argentina stun England in comeback to reach World Cup finalThe Namibian
Enzo Fernandez completed the comeback with a header
“Then Fernandez's bullet header from Lautaro Martinez's cross completed the fightback and Argentina's relief was on full display after the final whistle.”
Argentina produce epic World Cup fightback to beat Egypt, reach quartersThe Namibian
Enzo Fernandez opened the scoring in the 18th minute, curling home from outside the box
“Enzo Fernandez opened the scoring in the 18th minute, curling home from outside the box, and Andrey Santos doubled the home side's league midway through the second half.”
Chelsea beat Spurs to leave rivals in ’embarrassing’ relegation dangerThe Namibian
Enzo Fernandez scored a free-kick goal in the 35th minute for Chelsea
“Chelsea hit back when Enzo Fernandez's 35th-minute free-kick evaded everyone to find the bottom corner.”
Liverpool frustrated by Chelsea draw, Man Utd held at SunderlandThe Namibian
Enzo Fernandez fired Chelsea into the FA Cup final with a goal against Leeds
“Enzo Fernandez fired Chelsea into the FA Cup final against Manchester City as the Argentine sealed a 1-0 win against Leeds in the Blues' first match after Liam Rosenior's sacking.”
Fernandez sends Chelsea into FA Cup final to lift gloom after Rosenior sackingThe Namibian
Enzo Fernandez was dropped and forced to apologise for suggesting openness to summer move to Real Madrid
“Fernandez was then dropped for two games for suggesting he would be open to a summer move to Real Madrid and was forced to apologise.”
Chelsea sack Rosenior after worst run since 1912Spain defeated holders Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final on Sunday, with Ferran Torres scoring an extra-time winner in the 106th minute. The victory ended Lionel Messi's hopes for a triumphant farewell to international football.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain defeated holders Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final on Sunday, with Ferran Torres scoring an extra-time winner in the 106th minute. The victory ended Lionel Messi's hopes for a triumphant farewell to international football.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France and England will play for the FIFA World Cup 2026 bronze medal in Miami on Saturday, after both lost semi-final matches. France fell 2-0 to Spain, while England reached the third-place play-off after losing their semi-final.
18 July 2026 · Informanté →
Spain and Argentina will contest the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at New Jersey Stadium, with Spain having defeated France 2-0 in the semi-finals and Argentina seeking to defend their 2022 title. The match will be the first time the two nations have met at a FIFA World Cup since 1966.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Spain and Argentina will face off in the FIFA World Cup final this weekend at New Jersey Stadium. The final will be the first meeting between the two nations at a World Cup since 1966, with Spain aiming to add to their World Cup titles and Argentina defending their 2022 triumph.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
England were beaten 2-1 by defending champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals, with Lionel Messi setting up both Argentina goals in a second-half turnaround after Anthony Gordon had put England ahead. Captain Harry Kane said the team were "gutted" after working hard to reach the semi-finals.
16 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Lautaro Martinez scored in the 92nd minute as Argentina came from behind to defeat England 2-1 in a World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, with Lionel Messi setting up both goals to send Argentina to the final against Spain.
15 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Egyptian Football Federation filed a complaint with FIFA after Egypt's 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup last 16, demanding an investigation into French referee Francois Letexier and his team over what it claims were serious refereeing mistakes, including a disallowed goal and a missed penalty decision.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Argentina staged a stunning comeback from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 and reach the World Cup quarter-finals, scoring three goals in the final 11 minutes plus stoppage time. Lionel Messi scored the equaliser to extend his record to nine consecutive World Cup games with a goal.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City hired former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca on a three-year contract to manage the club after Pep Guardiola stepped down. Maresca's move was delayed by Chelsea's demand for a reported £17 million compensation package.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Lionel Messi, who led Argentina to victory at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, will compete in his sixth World Cup during the upcoming tournament in North America at age 39, despite having seemingly retired from international football after winning the trophy.
29 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Chelsea defeated Tottenham 2-1 on Tuesday, leaving Roberto De Zerbi's side in danger of relegation from the Premier League with one game remaining. Spurs face Everton in their final match on Sunday, with a draw likely sufficient for survival given their superior goal difference.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool drew 1-1 with Chelsea at Anfield after Ryan Gravenberch's early goal was cancelled by Enzo Fernandez's free-kick, missing a chance to secure Champions League qualification. Manchester United were held to a goalless draw at Sunderland on Saturday.
9 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Enzo Fernandez scored in Chelsea's 1-0 FA Cup semi-final win over Leeds, Chelsea's first match after manager Liam Rosenior was sacked following five successive defeats without scoring. Fernandez had been dropped by Rosenior for two games after hinting he might leave the club.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Chelsea sacked manager Liam Rosenior after less than four months in charge, following five consecutive Premier League defeats—the club's worst such run since 1912. Assistant Calum McFarlane will take over as caretaker for the remainder of the season.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Federico Valverde scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid defeated Manchester City 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, while PSG beat Chelsea 5-2 and Arsenal drew 1-1 with Bayer Leverkusen.
12 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Chelsea advanced to the FA Cup fifth round with a dominant 4-0 victory over Hull, with Portuguese forward Pedro Neto scoring a hat-trick. The match was emotionally charged as Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior faced his former club, which sacked him two years ago.
14 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the League Cup semi-final second leg, with Kai Havertz scoring in stoppage time to secure the club's first final appearance in eight years. Arsenal will face either Manchester City or Newcastle at Wembley on March 22, seeking their first League Cup trophy since 1993.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester United inflicted Arsenal's first home defeat of the season with a 3-2 victory, while Aston Villa beat Newcastle 2-0 to close within four points of the Gunners in the Premier League title race.
26 January 2026 · The Namibian →