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A message: Changes to Mundo Albiceleste, reduced ads, new design

Roy Nemer
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A message: Changes to Mundo Albiceleste, reduced ads, new design

Hello everyone,

Since the start of the new year, we have been experimenting with different ads and locations across the Mundo Albiceleste website. And if we are being completely honest, it was time for a permanent change.

We have also been hearing and reading all of your feedbacks and are happy to announce what we believe are significant changes. The number of ads on the website have been reduced (we believe significantly) and ultimately, while the ads do help in keeping up with the maintenance of the website, we still want every one to enjoy viewing and reading the content.

Mundo Albiceleste was built by Argentina fans and for Argentina fans, which is why we believe that should remain the priority and will remain the priority.

Should you have any comments or suggestions, please, do let us know in the comments below or email us at mundoalbiceleste10@gmail.com. Our aim is to continue to improve and to provide more content (which we will continue to be doing and will be introducing new sections throughout the year) than we ever have before. And to aim for quality over quantity.

As always, your feedback is strongly appreciated. Mundo Albiceleste has been around since 2006 and we would not be where we are without the Mundo Albiceleste family.

Thank you,

Argentina lose 4-0 to Colombia in U-17 South American final

Osvaldo Godoy
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Argentina lose 4-0 to Colombia in U-17 South American final

Argentina suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat to Colombia in the final of the South American U-17 Championship, missing out on the title despite a strong run in the tournament. The team coached by Diego Placente had already secured its main objective—qualification for the U-17 World Cup—but fell short in the decisive match.

Played in Paraguay, the final began with Argentina showing the better side in the first half. The Albiceleste created several chances and looked more composed, even as Colombia came in as favorites after a convincing semifinal win over Brazil. Captain Simón Escobar, a Vélez Sarsfield midfielder, came closest to scoring when his left-footed strike hit the crossbar. The match also saw a 15-minute interruption due to a power outage.

However, just before halftime, Colombia found the breakthrough. Miguel Agamez scored with a powerful left-footed shot in stoppage time, giving Colombia a 1-0 lead and shifting the momentum heading into the second half.

Argentina struggled to recover after the break. Within nine minutes, Caicedo doubled Colombia’s advantage, and shortly after, the score became 3-0. The Argentine side lost control of the match, both tactically and emotionally. At the 18-minute mark of the second half, Mendizabal was sent off, leaving the team with ten players.

The closing stages were chaotic. After Escorcia made it 4-0, tensions boiled over, resulting in red cards for Gian Escobar and Alan Alcaraz following an altercation near the penalty area.

Despite the result, Argentina can take positives from the tournament. The team secured qualification for the U-17 World Cup, set to take place in November in Qatar.

Leandro Paredes scores for Boca Juniors in 1-0 win vs. River Plate in Superclasico

Osvaldo Godoy
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Leandro Paredes scores for Boca Juniors in 1-0 win vs. River Plate in Superclasico

Boca Juniors beat River Plate 1-0 at the Monumental in a tight Superclásico with few clear chances and a controversial ending. The only goal came in the end of the first half, when Leandro Paredes scored from the penalty spot after a handball by Lautaro Rivero.

Boca waited for their moments and looked to attack quickly. Miguel Merentiel had some of their best chances, including one where he went one-on-one with Beltrán but missed the target. Paredes also played several good passes forward to create danger.

River’s best chance in the first half came from Salas, who came on for the injured Driussi. After a mistake by Boca, Salas took a shot that went just wide. Later in the match, Acuña sent in a few dangerous crosses, but no one could finish them.

Leandro Brey had a solid match for Boca and kept a clean sheet. On the other side, Beltrán made some key saves to keep River in the game.

In the second half, River pushed forward more. Lucas Martínez Quarta tried to lead the attack and even had a chance late on, but it was not enough.

There was also a big moment at the end, when River asked for a penalty after contact on Martínez Quarta, but the referee did not give it.

Boca held on to win the match and extend their unbeaten run, while River were left frustrated after missing chances and the late decision.

Julián Álvarez scores but misses penalty as Atlético Madrid fall in Copa del Rey final

Osvaldo Godoy
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Julián Álvarez scores but misses penalty as Atlético Madrid fall in Copa del Rey final

Atlético Madrid, led by Argentine coach Diego Simeone, fell short in the Copa del Rey final after losing on penalties to Real Sociedad following a 2-2 draw over 120 minutes.

The match began with an early setback, as Atlético conceded within the opening seconds and were forced to chase the game from the start. Despite the difficult beginning, they managed to respond and stay within reach throughout the match.

The key Argentine on the pitch was Julián Álvarez. With Atlético trailing late in the second half, Álvarez produced a decisive moment in the 83rd minute, scoring to make it 2-2 and send the final into extra time.

Neither team managed to find a winner in extra time, sending the match to penalties. Álvarez stepped up in the shootout, but his effort was saved as Atlético went on to lose 4-3.

After the match, Diego Simeone reflected on the performance and the outcome. “I think we competed very well and gave everything we had,” he said.

The Argentine coach also pointed to the fine margins that decided the match, stating that “the penalties went their way,” while adding that “the efficiency that is needed, this time they had it.”

Simeone also addressed the moment after the final whistle, explaining that it was not a time for long speeches but rather support: “It was just about being close to them.”

Lionel Messi scores twice for Inter Miami in 3-2 win vs. Colorado

Roy Nemer
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Lionel Messi scores twice for Inter Miami in 3-2 win vs. Colorado

Lionel Messi scored twice for Inter Miami in their 3-2 win against Colorado.

Mesai had two goals and made it seven goals in seven matches for Inter Miami. With the score at 0-0, Inter Miami were awarded a penalty kick and it was Messi who would take it.

The 38 year old scored his penalty to give Inter Miami the 1-0 lead. Colorado would take a 2-1 lead and Inter Miami would draw level with Beterame scoring.

At 2-2, Lionel Messi would receive the ball, dribble inside through Colorado players and score into the top corner of the goal to give Inter Miami the 3-2 lead.

RodrigobDe Paul and Mateo Silvetti also started the match for Inter Miami.

Nico Paz scores for Como in 2-1 loss vs. Sassuolo

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Nico Paz scores for Como in 2-1 loss vs. Sassuolo

Nico Paz continued his strong run of form in Italy, scoring once again for Como, although it was not enough to avoid a 2-1 away defeat against Sassuolo in Serie A.

The Argentine midfielder, on loan from Real Madrid, found the net for the second consecutive match and is enjoying a standout season. With this latest goal, Paz has now reached 12 in the league campaign, placing him among the top scorers in Serie A. Among Argentine players, only Lautaro Martínez has scored more this season.

Paz’s goal came at the end of the first half in a decisive stretch of the match. Sassuolo had taken control with two quick goals, but the Argentine responded with a well-taken header, beating the goalkeeper and placing the ball into the top corner.

Also involved for Como was Máximo Perrone, who started the match on the bench and came on at halftime. The Argentine midfielder played the entire second half, contributing in possession as Como tried to recover from the deficit.

Despite the result, Como remain in contention for European qualification. The team currently sits in fifth place in the standings with 58 points, holding a narrow advantage over the teams behind them.

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