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Di Maria to Return to Boyhood Club Rosario Central
Rana Atef Argentina's FIFA World Cup winner Angel Di Maria reached an agreement to return to his teenage team Rosario Central, the club announced on Thursday. The 37-year-old will rejoin the Argentine Primera Division side on a free transfer after his contract with Portuguese Benfica expires in July. The club said in a statement: "Our history together has more pages to write. Welcome home." Di Maria began his professional career with Rosario Central in 2005 before signing with Benfica two years later. He had several spells at Real Madrid, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus before returning to Benfica in 2023. The winger ended his Argentina career last year with 145 caps, having won the 2022 World Cup and two Copa America titles. He will start his new run with Rosario Central following the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Di Maria returns to boyhood club Rosario Central
BUENOS AIRES: Argentine forward Angel Di Maria will return to his homeland to play for his boyhood club Rosario Central, the Argentine Primera Division club announced on Thursday. "Our history together has more pages to write. Welcome home," the Rosario-based club said alongside a video posted on X. The 37-year-old Di Maria, who retired from international soccer last year, began his career at Rosario Central in 2005 before joining Benfica in 2007. He then moved to Spanish giants Real Madrid, Manchester United, Paris St Germain, and Juventus, before rejoining Benfica again in 2023. Di Maria won 30 titles during his time in Europe, along with six international honours with Argentina, including two Copa America titles, the 2022 World Cup and the 2008 Olympic Games. The winger will join Rosario Central after Benfica's participation in next month's Club World Cup in the United States, where the Portuguese club are in Group C alongside Bayern Munich, Boca Juniors and Auckland City.
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Di Maria returns to boyhood club Rosario Central
BUENOS AIRES - Argentine forward Angel Di Maria will return to his homeland to play for his boyhood club Rosario Central, the Argentine Primera Division club announced on Thursday. "Our history together has more pages to write. Welcome home," the Rosario-based club said alongside a video posted on X. The 37-year-old Di Maria, who retired from international soccer last year, began his career at Rosario Central in 2005 before joining Benfica in 2007. He then moved to Spanish giants Real Madrid, Manchester United, Paris St Germain, and Juventus, before rejoining Benfica again in 2023. Di Maria won 30 titles during his time in Europe, along with six international honours with Argentina, including two Copa America titles, the 2022 World Cup and the 2008 Olympic Games. The winger will join Rosario Central after Benfica's participation in next month's Club World Cup in the United States, where the Portuguese club are in Group C alongside Bayern Munich, Boca Juniors and Auckland City. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Pope's beloved team go on strike as unpaid players release furious statement saying ‘it's a mockery'
HOLY MOLY Pope's beloved team go on strike as unpaid players release furious statement saying 'it's a mockery' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ARGENTINE side San Lorenzo — the late Pope Francis' favourite team — have gone on strike after unpaid players slammed their situation as a 'mockery.' The Buenos Aires club is regarded as one of Argentina's top sides. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 San Lorenzo players have gone on strike after not being paid since February Credit: AP 3 The late Pope Francis supported the Argentine side Credit: Getty 3 They paid tribute to him with a pitch-side statue last month Credit: AFP Pope Francis, who died last month, was their most famous fan and regularly attended matches as a boy with his father. A statue was even unveiled of him by San Lorenzo's pitch following his passing. And in the meantime, fans continue to dream of another title win, with their last victory coming in 2013 — a year before their one and only Copa Libertadores triumph. But now, players at the club have decided to go on strike after revealing they have yet to be paid since February. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL ACE BANNED Chelsea star banned from driving for two years after racking up 47 points Stars including former Spain international Iker Munian, who played 560 times for Athletic Bilbao before joining San Lorenzo last year, are now skipping training sessions in protest. The decision comes 16 games into the Primera Division season, with San Lorenzo currently fourth in Group B behind Independiente, River Plate and Rosario Central. Their next match is on Monday against Argentinos Juniors, who currently top Group A ahead of Boca Juniors. And in a joint statement, San Lorenzo's players slammed the situation at the club. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS It read: "We have gone several months without receiving our salaries, which not only impacts our families but also jeopardises our professional performance. It's a mockery. "However, we believe it is time to raise our voices. Recent public events feel like an insult to our work group. This is not just about money; it's about respect, dignity, and basic working conditions every player deserves. World leaders pay tribute after death of Pope Francis "We are not seeking conflict but a concrete and fair solution.' New San Lorenzo president Julio Lopardo, who recently replaced Marcelo Moretta following an alleged bribery scandal, revealed he was doing everything possible to get the players paid. He said: "The players' demands are understandable; the team has been enduring this situation for a long time—unfulfilled commitments and unfinalised agreements. This strike is their way to express their grievances. 'We have discussed the matter with the squad; they have made their case public, and everything is fine now. We are working toward an agreement to end the strike. The players will take the field and fight to win—they just wanted to be heard.' Meanwhile, sporting director La Roca Sanchez added that an agreement over outstanding wages has already been struck. He added: "The management is working to resolve everything as soon as possible and get everything back to normal. An agreement was reached to collect the outstanding balance and allow the players to focus on Monday's game. There is goodwill on both sides.'
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Pope's beloved team go on strike as unpaid players release furious statement saying ‘it's a mockery'
ARGENTINE side San Lorenzo — the late Pope Francis' favourite team — have gone on strike after unpaid players slammed their situation as a 'mockery.' The Buenos Aires club is regarded as one of Argentina's top sides. 3 3 3 Pope Francis, who died last month, was their most famous fan and regularly attended matches as a boy with his father. A statue was even unveiled of him by San Lorenzo's pitch following his passing. And in the meantime, fans continue to dream of another title win, with their last victory coming in 2013 — a year before their one and only Copa Libertadores triumph. But now, players at the club have decided to go on strike after revealing they have yet to be paid since February. Stars including former Spain international Iker Munian, who played 560 times for Athletic Bilbao before joining San Lorenzo last year, are now skipping training sessions in protest. The decision comes 16 games into the Primera Division season, with San Lorenzo currently fourth in Group B behind Independiente, River Plate and Rosario Central. Their next match is on Monday against Argentinos Juniors, who currently top Group A ahead of Boca Juniors. And in a joint statement, San Lorenzo's players slammed the situation at the club. It read: "We have gone several months without receiving our salaries, which not only impacts our families but also jeopardises our professional performance. It's a mockery. "However, we believe it is time to raise our voices. Recent public events feel like an insult to our work group. This is not just about money; it's about respect, dignity, and basic working conditions every player deserves. "We are not seeking conflict but a concrete and fair solution.' New San Lorenzo president Julio Lopardo, who recently replaced Marcelo Moretta following an alleged bribery scandal, revealed he was doing everything possible to get the players paid. He said: "The players' demands are understandable; the team has been enduring this situation for a long time—unfulfilled commitments and unfinalised agreements. This strike is their way to express their grievances. 'We have discussed the matter with the squad; they have made their case public, and everything is fine now. We are working toward an agreement to end the strike. The players will take the field and fight to win—they just wanted to be heard.' Meanwhile, sporting director La Roca Sanchez added that an agreement over outstanding wages has already been struck. He added: "The management is working to resolve everything as soon as possible and get everything back to normal. An agreement was reached to collect the outstanding balance and allow the players to focus on Monday's game. There is goodwill on both sides.'
