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Cristian Romero back for Tottenham Hotspur in FA Cup vs. Brighton

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Cristian Romero was back for Tottenham Hotspur in their FA Cup match against Brighton.

Romero took part in his first match of 2022, his first match in over two months. The defender was substituted off for Argentina in their match against Brazil back in November with a hamstring injury.

The 23 year old returned for Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday where he played 77 minutes. According to Argentidata, these were his numbers:

1st in ball recoveries (9)
1st in clearances (5)
1st in duels won (5/7)
Completed 34/35 passes (97%)

Tottenham would win the match 2-1 with their next match on Wednesday against Southampton.

Ángel Correa named La Liga Player of the Month

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Ángel Correa has been named as the January La Liga Player of the Month.

Correa has eight goals in the league with Atletico Madrid this season, four of which came in January. He is also Atletico’s top scorer in the league this season.

The 26 year old was called up for the Argentina national team for the wins against Chile and Colombia. He was brought on as a substitute for 5 minutes against Chile while remaining on the bench against Colombia last Tuesday.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola comments on Julian Alvarez signing

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Manchester City boss Pep GUardiola commented on the signing of Julian Alvarez.

Pep Guardiola has an Argentine back in the team. With Sergio Aguero having left the club for FC Barcelona and since retiring, there were no Argentine players at Manchester City. However, the club announced the signing of the Argentine in January.

Julian Alvarez will remain at River Plate until at least July. He may remain longer at the club should River Plate still be competing in the Copa Libertadores. Guardiola spoke about the signing of Julian Alvarez. Speaking at a press conference, here is what he had to say:

“He developed incredibly well with Marcelo Gallardo and his teammates. The next pre-season he will be with us and we will see what will happen. Every pre-season squads move.

“I’m really pleased to have this talented player for the next few years.”

Emiliano Buendía named Aston Villa January Player of the Month

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Emiliano Buendía was named as the January Player of the Month for Aston Villa.

Buendía has been in great form for Aston Villa and made his Argentina national team debut in their 1-0 win vs. Colombia. In the month of January, he had one goal and one assist in the Premier League for the club.

Gio Lo Celso presented as new Villarreal player, in Champions League team

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Gio Lo Celso has been presented as a new Villarreal player while also being named in the Champions League team.

Lo Celso joined Villarreal from Tottenham Hotspur on loan until the end of the season. After taking part in Argentina’s two World Cup qualifying wins against Chile and Colombia, Lo Celso flew to Spain where he underwent his medical.

The Argentine passed his medical and was presented as a Villarreal player. Given the number 17, Lo Celso was also named in their Champions League team.

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