Tag: Alcantara
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Xabi Alosno reveals influence on Alcantara Liverpool move
Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso has revealed his influence on Thiago Alcantara’s move to the Merseyside club The Reds signed Thiago from Bayern Munich two years ago in a deal worth £25million. He has since gone on to win two major trophies and become a key player in Jurgen Klopp’s midfield.
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I hate modern football – Alcantara
Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara says he hates modern football and believes VAR is damaging the game. The use of video technology to assist referees has proved controversial in football, causing long delays while officials review footage before coming to a decision on goals and fouls. Spain international Thiago, who is currently with his national team…
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EPL: Richarlison hits out at Alcantara after rejecting apology
Everton forward Richarlison has revealed Thiago ignored his apology after the Merseyside derby last year. The Brazilian put in a horrible challenge on the Liverpool midfielder, which left him sidelined for two and a half months. Speaking on a YouTube live stream, Richarlison revealed his attempts to make an apology were ignored by Thiago. “The…
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No-one can question Sergio Busquets – Alcantara
Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara insists Barcelona ace Sergio Busquets shouldn’t be questioned. Thiago is a great admirer of Busquets and has expressed as much again. They are together in the Spain camp at the moment. “You always open the debate and for me there is none,” said Thiago. “I always say it, with time you…
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How Liverpool fans left me saying ‘wow’ – Alcantara
Thiago Alcantara appreciates the way he’s been welcomed by Liverpool’s fans this season. Upon arriving from Bayern Munich, Kopites had a ready-made song for Thiago with bespoke lyrics set to the tune of the 1978 Gibson Brothers’ disco hit Cuba before he had even kicked a ball for his new club and the former Bayern…
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Liverpool’s Alcantara self-isolating after positive COVID-19 test
Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara has tested positive for coronavirus and is self-isolating. The 29-year-old only recently signed for the club from German side Bayern Munich and made his debut as a substitute in a 2-0 win at Chelsea. However, he missed an EFL Cup win at Lincoln last week and was absent for a 3-1…