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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Girona captain reveals Barcelona try to sign him in 2019 – ‘I did not sleep that night'
Girona captain reveals Barcelona try to sign him in 2019 – 'I did not sleep that night' Girona captain Cristhian Stuani has opened up about a dramatic chapter in his career when he was almost on the verge of joining Barcelona in 2019. The Uruguayan striker, now 38, confirmed in a recent interview that there was genuine interest from the Catalan giants in the summer of 2019. Advertisement 'There was one night I didn't sleep. Things were really heated,' Stuani said, recalling how close the move felt as quoted by Mundo Deportivo. But despite the buzz, he made it clear that a formal offer never actually reached Girona. 'I didn't have to choose because a concrete offer never came to the club,' he added. From missed move to Girona legend Soon after the 2018–19 season, Stuani was one of the hottest strikers in La Liga. With 20 goals in 34 matches, he was naturally on the radar of some of Spain's top clubs. Barcelona attempted to sign Cristhian Stuani in 2019. (Photo by) Barcelona were actively seeking a forward and eventually turned their focus to Antoine Griezmann, who joined later that year. Advertisement While Barcelona moved on, Stuani stayed put. Even as Girona dropped to the second division for three seasons, he remained loyal, something rare in modern football. That decision paid off, both for him and the club. He has now become a symbol of Girona's rise, making 289 appearances and scoring an impressive 141 goals across eight seasons. Although the dream move to Barça never materialised, Stuani's legacy at Girona is secure. He might not have worn the Blaugrana shirt, but he earned something arguably more meaningful, undying respect from the Girona faithful. His story is a reminder that not all football legends wear the biggest badges.
USA Today
22-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
How to Watch Girona FC vs. Atletico Madrid: Live Stream, TV Channel, Start Time
How to Watch Girona FC vs. Atletico Madrid: Live Stream, TV Channel, Start Time | 5/25/2025 Alexander Sorloth, fifth in LaLiga with 17 goals, and Cristhian Stuani, 10th with 11 goals, will be on display when Atletico Madrid visits Girona FC on May 25, 2025. The match will stream on ESPN+. Atletico Madrid's last game was a 4-1 win at home over Real Betis, taking 19 shots and outshooting Real Betis by eight. Girona FC fell on the road 3-2 to Real Sociedad in its most recent game on May 18. Real Sociedad outshot Girona FC 11 to eight. How to watch Girona FC vs. Atletico Madrid When: Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM ET Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM ET Where: Estadi Montilivi in Girona, Spain Estadi Montilivi in Girona, Spain Live Stream: ESPN+ Watch live sports and more without cable on ESPN+. Click here to watch LaLiga action. Atletico Madrid key players Julian Alvarez has 17 goals (on 62 shots, 1.9 per game) and three assists for Atletico Madrid. Sorloth has 17 goals (fifth in league) and one assist. Antoine Griezmann has eight goals (on 39 shots, 1.1 per game) and seven assists. Giuliano Simeone has two goals (on 18 shots, 0.5 per game) and six assists. Girona FC key players With 11 goals and one assist, Stuani stars for Girona FC. Viktor Tsygankov has two goals (on 24 shots, 0.9 per game) and five assists. Yangel Herrera has four goals and three assists. With one goal and five assists, Miguel Gutierrez is chipping in, too. To watch live sports and more without cable, head to ESPN+. Click here to watch LaLiga action. Atletico Madrid vs. Girona FC match breakdown
USA Today
20-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Watch Girona FC vs. Atletico Madrid Online: Live Stream, Start Time
Watch Girona FC vs. Atletico Madrid Online: Live Stream, Start Time Both Atletico Madrid and Girona FC's top scorers (Alexander Sorloth and Cristhian Stuani, respectively) are top-10 in LaLiga, making this a matchup between two offensive stars. Atletico Madrid picked up a victory on May 18 against Real Betis by a final score of 4-1. Atletico Madrid took eight more shots in the game, 19 to 11. In its most recent outing on May 18, Girona FC was handed a 3-2 road loss by Real Sociedad, and registered three fewer shots than Real Sociedad. Ahead of watching this matchup, here's everything you need to know about Sunday's soccer action. Watch Girona FC vs. Atletico Madrid online Match Day: Sunday, May 25, 2025 Sunday, May 25, 2025 Match Time: 8:00 AM ET 8:00 AM ET Stadium: Estadi Montilivi Estadi Montilivi Live Stream on ESPN: Watch La Liga on ESPN+! For more soccer coverage, check out our new website Pro Soccer Wire. La Liga odds and betting lines Soccer odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Tuesday at 8:30 AM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
West Australian
05-05-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Veteran's goal eases Girona's La Liga relegation fears
Girona have won for the first time in 12 league games, their 1-0 victory over Mallorca easing their fears of relegation from Spain's La Liga. Veteran Uruguay striker Cristhian Stuani got the all-important goal in the 10th minute on Monday (Tuesday AEST) when he pounced on a rebound and lashed home. It was the 38-year-old striker's 139th goal for the club since joining from Middlesbrough in 2017. "We're euphoric, we needed this win," Stuani said. "It has been quite a while since we last won and we're in a tricky position. "We showed defiance, and that's what gives me peace of mind." The result lifted Girona six points clear of the relegation zone with four matches remaining. Mallorca stayed in ninth place.
Perth Now
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Veteran's goal eases Girona's La Liga relegation fears
An early goal from Girona's Cristhian Stuani (right) proved decisive in the match again Mallorca. (EPA PHOTO) Credit: AAP Girona have won for the first time in 12 league games, their 1-0 victory over Mallorca easing their fears of relegation from Spain's La Liga. Veteran Uruguay striker Cristhian Stuani got the all-important goal in the 10th minute on Monday (Tuesday AEST) when he pounced on a rebound and lashed home. It was the 38-year-old striker's 139th goal for the club since joining from Middlesbrough in 2017. "We're euphoric, we needed this win," Stuani said. "It has been quite a while since we last won and we're in a tricky position. "We showed defiance, and that's what gives me peace of mind." The result lifted Girona six points clear of the relegation zone with four matches remaining. Mallorca stayed in ninth place.
