News about Thiago Almada

Which football stars are competing at the Olympics? One Man City forward is looking to make HISTORY with a special record, a legendary Brazilian hero is bowing out, and a Ballon d'Or winner seeks glory in Paris

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 23, 2024
The football is back. Consign the Euros and Copa America to memory. At 2pm on Wednesday, as Uzbekistan take on Spain and Argentina face Morocco, football kicks off the Olympics in Paris.  Its drama will only end a week before the Premier League season begins and we are offered a host of intriguing story lines. Major stars from across the men's and women's games will feature, with a few big-name coaches thrown in for good measure.  Among them we've got a Ballon d'Or winner, World Cup winners, Champions League victors, and many more.

Thiago Almada, a footballer for Atletico Madrid, is a transfer target for the Spanish club as the Spanish club prepares to switch to Angel Correa, Saudi Arabia, with the midfielder aiming for a move to LaLiga

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 11, 2024
Thiago Almada, a midfielder for Atlanta United, has reportedly been named as a top target for Atletico Madrid as the Spanish club looks to find replacements for Angel Correa's Saudi-bound substitutes. According to reports in Spanish outlet Marca, Atletico is positive Correa will be the newest high-profile player to leave Saudi Arabia this month, meaning they are looking for a potential replacement in January's transfer window. Almada is one of the top names on the transfer market ahead of his fellow Argentine's expected migration to the Middle East, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano.

Atlanta United star and World Cup winner Thiago Almada says he wants 'to go to Europe NOW' after MLS side's first-round exit: 'I would love to play in the Champions League'

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 5, 2023
The 22-year-old star, who came to fame in Atlanta, has reaffirmed his desire to compete across the Atlantic ocean. Almada said that previous Ajax connections will not come to fruition as he begins to focus on La Liga. Almada said, 'I want to go to Europe now.' 'I want to play in the Spanish Premier League La Liga.' Ajax was interested in Ajax, but it did not happen. Let's see how it turns out now.' After being praised by former Argentina star Juan Román Riquelme, Almada did not rule out playing for Argentine power house Boca Juniors.

Luciano Acosta was named 2023 MLS MVP after receiving over 60% of votes, leading to the nomination of Lionel Messi, Denis Bouanga, and Thiago Almada

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 27, 2023
Lucho Acosta has voted for the 2023 Major League Soccer MVP ballot, defeating countrymen Lionel Messi and Thiago Almada for the honor. With 18 goals and 12 assists to his name, the FC Cincinnati midfielder has had a fruitful season, and he may yet help his team win the MLS Cup. Acosta gained 67% of the votes, defeating Denis Bouanga (14.9 percent) and Thiago Almada (6.4%) in a snap.

Thiago Almada, a player for Atlanta, admits it's his 'dream' to play in Europe as the MLS Young Player of the Year hints at a future switch: 'I'll look at what my choices are'

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 7, 2023
Thiago Almada, Atlanta United's World Cup-winning midfielder, has speculated at a transfer to Europe following the MLS postseason. Almada, who made one appearance for Argentina in their successful World Cup campaign last year, has been linked to a number of European clubs after his outstanding regular season with Atalanta, where he scored 12 goals in 32 appearances. In an interview with TyC Sports, the 22-year-old was named MLS Young Player of the Year as a result, and in conjunction with Ajax's likes, he discussed his 2024 plans.

The Columbus Crew defeated Atlanta United 2-0 to get off to a 2-0 start in their MLS playoff series against Atlanta United... as Cucho Hernandez records a brace

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 2, 2023
The Columbus Crew defeated Atlanta United 2-0 to open the best-of-three playoff series between the two teams. Columbus took the lead right before halftime when striker Cucho Hernandez was able to place a shot in the upper left corner of the net after getting behind the defense on a counterattack a minute before stoppage time was complete. Cucho led 2-0 after scoring from the penalty spot in the 51 minute, not long after the two teams took the field for the second half.

Inter Miami 5-2 Inter Miami: In a big blow to their MLS playoff hopes, Lionel Messi-less Herons were THRASHED by Eastern Conference rivals

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 17, 2023
BEN NAGLE IN ATLANTA: The Argentine superstar wearing No 10 received a rapturous reception as he stepped out of the tunnel in Atlanta amid the fanfare, the glitz, and the sold-out stadium. The catch? It was Thuago Almada, not Lionel Messi. This was advertised as the next leg of Messi's tour, with another sold-out stadium and the biggest audience of the season, roaring with the anticipation of seeing the best to have ever played the game. They should have done with him: Miami went from 1-0 up to 3-1 down in the first half, and their unlikely playoff push took an unexpected blow.

Mohammed Kudus 'could be replaced at Ajax by Atlanta United midfielder Thiago Almada as a deal to send the Ghanaian to West Ham is nearly done'

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 25, 2023
With six days remaining in the transfer window after selling top player Mohammed Kudus to West Ham United, the Dutch giants Ajax have their sights set on his replacement. According to reports, Ajax are interested in Atlanta United midfielder Thiago Almada. The 22-year-old Argentine has been a hit in MLS since joining Velez Sarsfield in his native country in February 2022 for a league-inbound record price of $16 million.

Thiago Almada, a MLS superstar, is a fan of Manchester United and City, and Lionel Messi is a huge fan.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 4, 2023
According to newspapers in his home country, Argentina's World Cup winner and MLS star Thiago Almada is attracting attention from the two Premier League heavyweight teams in Manchester. The Atlanta United midfielder has been sensational in Major League Soccer this season, scoring eight goals and giving as many assists in 18 appearances. The 22-year-old was a member of Argentina's 2022 World Cup winning squad, but he made only one appearance off the bench in Qatar. He has four caps and a goal at an international level.

Atlanta United beat Philadelphia 2-0 after Thiago Almada fired a delectable volley against Philadelphia

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 3, 2023
Atlanta United defeated Philadelphia United 2-0 after Argentine wonderkid Thiago Almada scored his eighth goal of the season and provided his MLS-leading 10th assist. Brooks Lennon scored his second goal of the season for Atlanta (8-5-8, 32 points), winning for the second time in an eight-match stretch, a stretch that has seen five draws. Brad Guzan, a US national, needed only one save to keep his fourth clean sheet of the season against an unusually tepid Union assault, although perhaps not expecting Atlanta to deploy a three-center back setup.

MLS ROUNDUP: Thiago Almada's spectacular free kick lifts Atlanta United to a 4-0 rout of Colorado

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 18, 2023
Thiago Almada scored on a spectacular free kick and Atlanta United scored three goals in the last ten minutes for a lopsided 4-0 victory over the visiting Colorado Rapids on Wednesday. The victory snapped a three-game losing streak for Atlanta United (6-4-3, 21 points), who then improved their home record to 5-1-1 this season. For the sixth time in 13 league games this season, the Rapids (2-5-6, 12 points) were shut down for the sixth time in 13 league games. Colorado has now lost three games in a row after a seven-game (2-0-5) undefeated streak.

MLS ROUNDUP: Jordan Morris scores FOUR in Seattle's big win, Philly's home win streak is snapped

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 26, 2023
There were plenty of goals around the region in the fifth week of MLS action, with goals in all but two of the 14 games. Both goalless at the start and the last to finish, but it was a feast of action in the middle. Wayne Rooney's DC United lost to a late New England Revolution winner, but Phil Neville, whose Inter Miami defeated Inter Miami 2-0 down only to lose 3-2 in stoppage time, was disappointed. Despite losing 6-1 to the Columbus Crew, Atlanta United's new boys defeated them five wins out of five with a 4-0 thrashing of Real Salt Lake. Here, DailyMail.com takes you through all of the other MLS rankings...

Thiago Almada's first Argentina goal is the start of a new season

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 24, 2023
Thiago Almada's blistering team form extended into the international break on Thursday when he opened the scoring for Argentina in a 2-0 victory over Panama in Buenos Aires. Lionel Scaloni deploying the same lineup he started the final vs. France with was Argentina's first at home since their World Cup victory in Qatar. Almada was able to make his mark after being on halftime, poking in a Lionel Messi free kick after it hit the crossbar in the 78th minute.

Emiliano Martinez and Argentina team-mates recreate infamous lewd World Cup final celebration

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 24, 2023
Emiliano Martinez recreated the turbulent celebration that put him in danger following the 2022 World Cup final last night, when Argentina returned to action for the first time since being crowned world champions. The Lionel Scaloni's side defeated Panama 2-0 in a friendly, with 80,000 fans crowding the terraces to celebrate their world champions, with a riot atmosphere inside the Estadio Monumental and around Buenos Aires. Following the final whistle, the team and their families joined the team to present the World Cup trophy to the fans, with fireworks blaming in the background.

Atlanta United beat Portland 5-1 thanks to Thiago Almada's free kick

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 19, 2023
Thiago Almada, Argentina's teenage star, had a brilliant game for Atlanta United, scoring an emphatic free kick to help the Five Stripes beat the Portland Timbers 5-1. Caleb Wiley scored a goal and an assist, and Georgios Giakoumakis and Luiz Araujo scored for Atlanta (3-0-1, 10) off the best start in franchise history. The Timbers lost their third straight defeat, with Tega Ikoba scoring for the Timbers (1-3-0, 3 points). Portland was without eight players due to injuries.

Atlanta United 2-1 San Jose Earthquakes: Thiago Almada scores two STUNNING late goals

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 26, 2023
In front of 67,000 fans, a World Cup champion scored a stoppage time and match-winning double. Major League Soccer could not have hoped for a more exciting advertisement for Atlanta United's 2023 season. Thiago Almada, an Argentina national, led his team to a dramatic win over San Jose Earthquakes with two spectacular late injury time goals at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. After just 12 minutes through Jeremy Ebobisse, the Quakes took the lead on the road for their first day victory - until Almada stepped up.

Thiago Almada defeated Argentina, becoming the first MLS player to win the World Cup

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 19, 2022
Thiago Almada of Argentina became the first MLS player to win the World Cup. Argentina defeated France on penalties in the final of soccer's biggest tournament after Kylian Mbappe's hat-trick knocked out a brace from Lionel Messi and Angel di Maria's strike. The triumph not only marked a milestone for actor Messi, who eventually received the trophy that had eluded him so much throughout his glittering career, but also for soccer in the United States.

Thiago Almada of Atlanta became the first MLS player to reach the World Cup Final

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 13, 2022
Argentina's ascension to the World Cup Final marked a significant step for Major League Soccer. Thiago Almada of Atlanta United's first active MLS player to qualify for the first time in the world's most coveted sporting tournament by progressing to the championship match. According to the club, a total of 36 MLS players made World Cup rosters for their countries this year. That includes Argentina, Australia, Cameroon, Canada, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Poland, Switzerland, the United States, Uruguay, and Wales

In the United States, it would be fantastic to have someone like him.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 26, 2022
Don Garber, the commissioner of Major League Soccer, has inflamed the rumors about Lionel Messi's potential arrival in the United States by openly stating the league's eagerness in his signature. In Qatar, the Argentine maestro is currently on national team service. Argentina's World Cup timeframe is uncertain, and Messi's club future remains uncertain. Despite the fact that Messi is often associated with Messi, the MLS has made their wishes clear for all to see.

World Cup: Thiago Almada, the Argentine manager, insists that the Atlanta United's Thiago Almada has a promising future

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 19, 2022
Luis Scaloni, the Argentinai national team's head coach, has rebutted allegations that Thiago Almada is to blame for the country's World Cup squad. The 21-year-old Atlanta United midfielder was called up to the squad as an injury replacement and will now compete with high-profile players such as Lionel Messi, Angel Di Maria, Julian Alvarez, and others from Europe's top leagues. 'Does Almada's call-up surprise me? It doesn't surprise me because he's a player with the capabilities to be here. Scaloni said that the football world will love him on the national team.

Alejandro Garnacho, who took to Twitter 'like' following Argentina's World Cup snub, has caused a stir

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 18, 2022
Alejandro Garnacho of Manchester United has sparked controversies after posting a tweet claiming that he was not chosen for Argentina's World Cup squad because he was born in Spain. Despite his excellent form for United in recent weeks, including a stoppage time winner at Fulham in their last match, Garnacho was not called up by Argentina as a replacement for the injured Nicolas Gonzalez and Joaquin Correa. Instead, coach Lionel Scaloni picked Angel Correa of Atletico Madrid and Atlanta United's Thiago Almada.

Thiago Almada, a MLS footballer, has been given a last-gasp call-up to Argentina's World Cup team

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 18, 2022
After all, Atlanta United's midfielder Thiago Almada will be competing in Qatar at the 2022 World Cup, following injuries to Inter Milan's Joaquin Correa and Fiorentina's Nicolas Gonzalez. Only a week before La Albiceleste's opening Group C match against Saudi Arabia on November 22, the 21-year-old has been called up. Almada joined Atlanta from Velez Sarsfield in February for a reported MLS-record transfer fee of $16 million.

The World Cup is a competition that takes place in Europe. There are ten players who don't want to be in Europe who can steal the show

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 3, 2022
All attention will be on Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Harry Kane in a tournament largely dominated by those who play their domestic football in Europe as the footballing world comes to a halt for the first-ever winter edition of the World Cup. But there are a few enticing talents that fell outside of those leagues who are yet to make their mark, particularly with the January transfer window opening shortly after. The Qatar World Cup, which begins on November 20 and runs until December 18, with top-flight English football resuming just a week later, including Argentina's Thiago Almada (left), former Arsenal man Joel Campbell (inset) and Newcastle bound Australia star Garang Kuol (right).

After winning Argentina's debut victory, Lionel Messi heaps praise on Atlanta United's Thiago Almada

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 26, 2022
Almada, the team's most expensive player in MLS history, came off the bench on Friday to replace Papu Gomez in the 54th minute for Argentina's 3-0 win over Honduras, two months before Qatar. With a passing percentage of 91 percent (20 out of 22 passes completed), the Atlanta United midfielder kept his game clean. After opening up the Honduran defense, he recovered possession four times and fired a shot for himself. In a post-game interview, Messi, 35, said of his compatriot.'Thiago plays loose.' He's quick and has a ton of 1-v-1 skills.' He's extremely clever, and he's not afraid of anything. "He goes at you."