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Yahoo
17-07-2025
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- Yahoo
🚨 U. de Chile line-up confirmed to face Guaraní
The Romantic Traveler presents itself at the National Stadium in the playoffs for the round of 16 of the 2025 CONMEBOL de Chile begins a new chapter in its international history by presenting itself in the first leg of the playoffs to enter the round of 16 of the 2025 CONMEBOL Sudamericana, where they clash with Guaraní from Paraguay at the National Stadium. The 'U' arrives with high spirits after their great victory in the Superclásico against Colo Colo, but also with the responsibility of improving what they did in the group stage of the CONMEBOL Libertadores, where they finished third in Group A behind Estudiantes de La Plata and Botafogo. The starting eleven of U. de Chile Gustavo Álvarez faces this commitment with the best players at his disposal. Guaraní, on the other hand, qualified for this instance as second in Group A of the CONMEBOL Sudamericana behind Independiente, who will be the rival of whoever advances to the round of 16 of this competition. Guaraní's starting lineup Víctor Bernay, due to having multiple losses, has chosen these soccer players for his visit to Santiago. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
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🚨 Line-ups confirmed for U. de Chile and Colo Colo
The Romantic Traveler and the Chief play the 197th edition of the Chilean football Superclásico at the National Stadium for Matchday 7 in the 2025 Primera League. A long-awaited match in Chilean football: Universidad de Chile and Colo Colo compete in the 197th edition of the Chilean football Superclásico at the National Stadium. Advertisement The 'U' is in third place in the championship, four points behind leaders Coquimbo Unido and Audax Italiano, although this pending match could bring them closer to the top. The starting eleven of U. de Chile Gustavo Álvarez fields his best players for a high-voltage match. Colo Colo, on the other hand, is in ninth place, a distant 11 points from the lead. After falling 2-0 to Universidad Católica, the Albo must win to avoid losing more ground. Colo Colo's starting lineup Jorge Almirón approaches the match with his best available lineup. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Confirmed: Felipe Salomoni joins Universidad de Chile as new signing
While already preparing for the pending matches of the first round, including the Superclásico against Colo Colo, Universidad de Chile is facing the transfer market with an eye on the second half of the season. In recent days, what has been making noise is a possible departure: that of Matías Sepúlveda. The 26-year-old midfielder was reinvented by Gustavo Álvarez as a left wing-back and has been a key piece for the Blue team. Advertisement Sepúlveda's name is now linked to interest from Vasco da Gama of Brazil, although nothing is concrete yet. In any case, La U has moved forward with a reinforcement for the left side, and everything seems to be agreed for his arrival. Felipe Salomoni is La U's new signing César Luis Merlo confirmed the deal this Monday, detailing that he joins La U on a one-year loan, with the possibility to exercise a purchase option at the end of the loan period. The 22-year-old left back came up through the youth ranks at River Plate, but never played in the first team in Argentina. He moved to Guaraní in Paraguay, where he established himself to the point of catching the attention of Al-Ain in the United Arab Emirates, who took him on loan. Advertisement After playing in the Club World Cup with the Arab club, Salomoni finished his loan, which opened up the opportunity for La U. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. 📸 CARL DE SOUZA
Yahoo
24-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Focusing on U. Española and the Superclásico: good news for U de Chile
After the good triumph, with a comeback, against Deportes Iquique in the last match of the first round, Universidad de Chile will have a short week-long break. After that, they will return to work to catch up with the calendar and play the two pending matches, against Unión Española (for the fourth match) and the Superclásico against Colo Colo (suspended on matchday 7). Advertisement Looking ahead to the return to competition, there is good news for the team led by Gustavo Álvarez. La U recovers its main figures Against Iquique, La U did not have several of its usual starters, such as Leandro Fernández, Fabián Hormazábal, Charles Aránguiz, and Franco Calderón. All of them will be back and available for the coach for the match against Unión Española, which will be on Saturday, July 5, at Santa Laura. Journalist Marcelo Díaz from TNT Sports pointed out the importance of some of these players in the functioning of the blue team: "Hormazábal is the one with the most centers, Fernández has the most assists and shots on goal, the one with the most interventions and passes is Aránguiz. So La U loses a lot without these three players," he said. Advertisement "And with the absence of Franco Calderón, who provides defensive solidity at the back, there were four important losses, plus Maximiliano Guerrero who was suspended, although he has not been a starter in this season," he added. On the other hand, Rodrigo Contreras' absence for the next match has already been confirmed, as he was sent off against Iquique. After the match against the Spanish team, U de Chile will play the Superclásico against Colo Colo on July 12 at the Estadio Nacional, and then return to international activity to face Guaraní from Paraguay, seeking a place in the round of 16 of the Copa Sudamericana 2025. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Who is Franco Mastantuono? Real Madrid's new 17-year-old record signing from River Plate
Real Madrid have officially signed Franco Mastantuono, the 17-year-old attacking midfielder from River Plate who has already made history in Argentine football. Mastantuono will join the Spanish club in August when he turns 18, following the FIFA Club World Cup, where he will still play for River Plate. The deal is worth €63.2 million (around ₹566 crore), making it the most expensive outgoing transfer in River Plate's history. Mastantuono's rise has been fast and exciting. He made his senior debut in January 2024 at just 16 years old and soon became the youngest goalscorer in River Plate history. He also netted in the Superclásico against Boca Juniors, becoming the youngest scorer in the rivalry. His standout moment came with a stunning free-kick goal from nearly 30 yards out, showing composure and technique well beyond his age. What makes Franco Mastantuono special? 🤩 #WelcomeMastantuono 🤩 Franco Mastantuono is not your typical winger. Despite being left-footed like Arjen Robben or Angel Di María, he plays more like a number 10. At River Plate, he starts as a second striker in a 4-4-2 system but drifts wide during transitions. His creativity, passing, and dribbling allow him to operate comfortably in tight spaces, similar to how Isco or Mesut Ozil once did for Real Madrid. What stands out most is his ability to receive the ball with his back to goal and turn into space with just one touch. He uses the outside of his left foot to escape pressure and either push forward or create space for a pass. Though he doesn't have Di María's raw pace, he shares the same technical finesse, balance, and close control. In his few appearances for Argentina's senior national team, he has shown confidence and maturity. In June 2025, he became the youngest player ever to feature in a competitive game for Argentina at just 17 years and 9 months. When will Franco Mastantuono join Real Madrid? 💎⚽✨#WelcomeMastantuono Franco Mastantuono's six-year deal with Real Madrid begins on August 14, his 18th birthday. Before that, he will compete with River Plate in the Club World Cup, giving fans one last glimpse of him in red before he switches to white. Real Madrid have now made three major signings this summer, with Mastantuono joining Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen as the latest new arrivals. Mastantuono follows in the footsteps of other Argentine stars who moved from River Plate to Real Madrid, including Gonzalo Higuain, Javier Saviola, and Santiago Solari. Time will tell whether he can match those names or even live up to the lofty comparisons with Lionel Messi. For now, Madridistas can watch closely during the Club World Cup, where Mastantuono's next few games may hint at how ready he is for the Bernabeu spotlight.
