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Julian Alvarez

Julian Alvarez — Atletico Madrid forward who scored in Champions League quarter-final against Barcelona and Copa del Rey semi-final.

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What’s been said

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  1. May 2026
  2. The Namibian

    Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez is linked with a switch to Barcelona

    Source

    La Liga champions Barcelona still hope to strengthen further in the coming weeks, with Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez linked with a switch to Catalonia, while the club have not ruled out a new move to keep Rashford.

    Barcelona sign Gordon from Newcastle
  3. The Namibian

    Julian Alvarez said this could be Leo's last World Cup given his age

    Source

    "We're all fully aware that this could well be Leo's last World Cup, given his age, but it's his decision at the end of the day," teammate Julian Alvarez said in an interview with FIFA.com.

    Can Messi deliver again for Argentina at his final World Cup?
  4. April 2026
  5. The Namibian

    Julian Alvarez said they must get up from the Copa defeat and give everything to reach the final

    Source

    "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 Arsenal
  6. The Namibian

    Julian Alvarez missed penalty kick for Atletico Madrid

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    After Alexander Sorloth and Julian Alvarez missed from the spot for Diego Simeone's Atletico, Pablo Marin smashed home his kick to claim victory for the Basque side.

    Real Sociedad secure Copa del Rey penalty triumph over Atletico
  7. The Namibian

    Julian Alvarez scored free-kick for Atletico Madrid

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    Alvarez whipped home the free-kick and Sorloth doubled their advantage with 20 minutes remaining to give Atletico a strong chance of reaching the semi-finals.

    Atletico punish 10 man Barcelona, take control of Champions League tie
  8. The Namibian

    Julian Alvarez fired Argentina into the lead after just four minutes when set up by Messi

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    Alvarez fired Argentina into the lead after just four minutes when Messi effortlessly controlled a lofted pass on the edge of the area and then threaded a pass into the feet of the Atletico Madrid striker to score.

    Messi on target as Argentina down Zambia in World Cup send off
  9. March 2026
  10. The Namibian

    Julian Alvarez netted twice for Diego Simeone's side

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    Julian Alvarez netted twice for Diego Simeone's side, with Marcos Llorente, Antoine Griezmann and Robin Le Normand also on target in the Spanish capital.

    Atletico capitalise on Tottenham's Champions League nightmare
  11. February 2026
  12. The Namibian

    Julian Alvarez headed wide

    Source

    Julian Alvarez headed wide as Atletico, ascendant, looked for a second.

    Sorloth treble helps Atletico past Brugge into Champions League last 16
  13. The Namibian

    Julian Alvarez ended drought and rammed home Atletico's fourth goal after 11 matches without scoring

    Source

    Alvarez, who had failed to score in his last 11 matches, ended his drought for Atletico's fourth, ramming home from just inside the area.

    Atletico rout Barca in Copa del Rey semi final first leg

Yesterday

  1. Barcelona signs Gordon from Newcastle for €80 million

    Barcelona confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon, a 25-year-old left winger, from Newcastle United on a five-year deal until June 2031 for a fee that could rise to 80 million euros. Gordon, who netted 17 goals for Newcastle this season and was the club's top scorer, joins Barcelona as they seek to replace departing striker Robert Lewandowski and bolster their attack.

    13 hours ago · The Namibian

  2. Messi returns to World Cup aged 39 for Argentina

    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.

    22 hours ago · The Namibian

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Arsenal reaches Champions League final after 20 years

    Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the Champions League semi-final second leg, with Bukayo Saka scoring late in the first half to send the team to the final in Budapest on May 30 for the first time since 2006.

    6 May 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Atletico Madrid hosts Arsenal in Champions League semi-final

    Atletico Madrid faces Arsenal in the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday, seeking redemption after losing the Copa del Rey final to Real Madrid over a week ago. The club, which has never won Europe's premier competition, can take a first step towards a fourth final appearance under Diego Simeone.

    28 April 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 19 April

  1. Real Sociedad wins Copa del Rey final on penalties against Atletico

    Real Sociedad defeated Atletico Madrid 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the Copa del Rey final in Seville, claiming the club's fourth title. The Basque side came from behind under coach Pellegrino Matarazzo, with goalkeeper Unai Marrero saving two penalties to secure victory.

    19 April 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 9 April

  1. Atletico Madrid beats ten-man Barcelona in Champions League quarter-final

    Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth scored to give Atletico Madrid a commanding 2-0 victory over Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-final first leg, with Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi sent off before half-time. Barcelona must stage a comeback in the second leg next Tuesday in Madrid to advance to the semi-finals.

    9 April 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 2 April

  1. Messi scores and assists as Argentina routs Zambia 5-0

    Lionel Messi scored one goal and set up another as Argentina defeated Zambia 5-0 in a World Cup warm-up friendly at home, with the reigning champions preparing to defend their title at the June tournament.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 11 March

  1. Atletico Madrid beats error-ridden Tottenham 5-2 in Champions League

    Atletico Madrid dominated a mistake-filled Tottenham to win 5-2 in their Champions League last 16 first leg at the Metropolitano stadium. Goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky's early errors contributed to Atletico scoring four goals in 22 minutes, though Tottenham salvaged two goals to give themselves hope for the second leg.

    11 March 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 25 February

  1. Sorloth's hat-trick carries Atletico into Champions League last 16

    Alexander Sorloth scored three goals as Atletico Madrid defeated Club Brugge 4-1 to advance 7-4 on aggregate from the Champions League play-off round. Atletico will face either Liverpool or Tottenham in the last 16.

    25 February 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 13 February

  1. Atletico Madrid thrash Barcelona 4-0 in Copa del Rey semi-final

    Atletico Madrid overwhelmed Copa del Rey holders Barcelona with a 4-0 victory in their semi-final first leg, with goals from Eric Garcia (own goal), Antoine Griezmann, Ademola Lookman, and Julian Alvarez giving them a commanding advantage ahead of the second leg at Camp Nou on March 3.

    13 February 2026 · The Namibian

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