Tag: Chile

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Former Arsenal man becomes Galatasaray Sporting Director

Francis Cagigao, formerly of Arsenal, assumes role as Galatasaray's Sporting Director. Could this mark a new chapter for the Turkish powerhouse?
SALVADOR, BRAZIL - JUNE 21: Alexis Sanchez of Chile drives the ball during the Copa America Brazil 2019 group C match between Ecuador and Chile at Arena Fonte Nova Stadium on June 21, 2019 in Salvador, Brazil. (Photo by Felipe Oliveira/Getty Images)

Chile manager explains why Alexis Sanchez struggles at Manchester United

Chile's manager, Reinaldo Rueda, has revealed he believes Alexis Sanchez's problems at Manchester United are because he lacks an 'emotional bond' with his teammates.
Chile's player Alexis Sanchez reacts after failing to score a penalty kick against Costa Rica, during a friendly football match, at El Teniente stadium, in Rancagua, Chile on November 16, 2018. (Photo by MARTIN BERNETTI / AFP) (Photo credit should read MARTIN BERNETTI/AFP/Getty Images)

Alexis Sanchez panenka goes horribly wrong

If Alexis Sanchez was thinking time away with his national team might help him forget his Manchester United woes, then he was mistaken.
NARASHINO, JAPAN - MAY 21: Takuma Asano of Japan in action during a Japan training session at Akitsu Football Field on May 21, 2018 in Narashino, Chiba, Japan. (Photo by Koji Watanabe/Getty Images)

“We pray for those who died”: Asano posts Instagram tribute after Japan earthquake

Takuma Asano has paid tribute to those affected by an earthquake in Japan, which forced his country to cancel an international friendly against Chile scheduled for this Friday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates scoring the 2nd Arsenal goal with Mohamed Elneny of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on March 11, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Elneny mocks Sanchez on social media again

Mohamed Elneny poked fun at former teammate Alexis Sanchez on Twitter on Wednesday night, not for the first time since the Chilean joined Manchester United.

Alexis Sanchez dressing room split blamed for poor form

Former Colombia and Newcastle forward, Faustino Asprilla, has revealed that the Chile national team's dressing room is completely split with Alexis Sanchez at odds with Arturo Vidal.

Hilarious but sad: Arsenal fans imagine right-wing media headlines after Elneny trolls Alexis

Arsenal fans have been coming up with ways the right-wing media outlets can twist Mohamed Elneny trolling Alexis Sanchez into something more sinister and it's pretty hilarious, if a little sad.

Chile World Cup pain to be reopened for Alexis in March

Chile will play Sweden in a friendly at the Friends Arena in March.

Leaks show Chile shirt Sanchez will be wearing next year

Chile's 2018 shirt has leaked early, ahead of its March release date.

Alexis could get to World Cup as Chile consider match-fixing appeal

Chile are considering appealing their elimination from World Cup qualifying on the grounds of match fixing in the Colombia and Peru game.

Wenger explains why Alexis Sanchez is ‘disappointed’

Arsene Wenger has explained why Alexis Sanchez is so disappointed after Chile failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Arsenal fear Alexis might not be mentally fit after Chile’s failure in the World...

Arsenal are reportedly concerned that Alexis Sanchez may not be mentally fit following Chile's failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Mauricio Isla: Alexis is sad City deal fell through

Alexis Sanchez's Chile teammate, Mauricio Isla, claims that the 28-year-old was sad after his move to Manchester City fell through on Transfer Deadline Day.

Jose Sulantay: This isn’t Alexis, he’s lost his spark

Alexis Sanchez's former Chile u20 coach, Jose Sulantay, claims that Alexis Sanchez has lost his spark following all the drama surrounding his failed move to Manchester City this summer.

Alexis could miss games against Man City and Tottenham

Alexis Sanchez could miss Arsenal's clashes against Manchester City and Tottenham in November as he may be called into action by Chile.

Alexis will have “serious problems” at Arsenal after failed Man City move

Former Chile u20 coach Jose Sulantay believes Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez will have serious problems after failing to complete his deadline day move to Manchester City.

Alexis hits back at his critics with an Instagram post

Arsenal and Chile forward Alexis Sanchez has hit back at journalists critical of his performance for the national team against Bolivia.

Boost ahead of Saturday’s clash with Bournemouth after Alexis shakes off ankle knock

Arsenal have received a major boost ahead of this weekend's Premier League clash with Bournemouth after Alexis Sanchez has recovered from an ankle knock picked up on international duty.
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Alexis picks up injury on international duty

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez has reportedly picked up an ankle injury that could rule him out of facing Bournemouth on Saturday.

Vidal denies Alexis told Chile teammates he was joining City

Alexis Sanchez's Chile teammate, Arturo Vidal, denies that the forward informed his compatriots that he was joining Manchester City on Transfer Deadline Day.

President Arturo Salah denies claims Alexis asked to leave camp

The Chile FA's president, Arturo Salah, denies claims that Alexis Sanchez asked to leave camp in order to take care of 'other commitments'.

Daily Mail make big deal out of Alexis Sanchez’s Chile call-up

The Daily Mail have decided to make a big deal out of the fact that Alexis Sanchez has been called up for Chile's World Cup Qualifiers against Paraguay and Bolivia.

Claudio Bravo says City would welcome Alexis with open arms

Manchester City goalkeeper Claudio Bravo has said they would welcome Alexis with open arms. 

Germany 1-0 Chile: Stindl strike seals Confederations Cup triumph

World champions Germany secured their first Confederations Cup triumph after a narrow victory against Copa America winners Chile during Sunday's final in St Petersburg.

Sanchez helps Chile to Confederations Cup final

Alexis Sanchez helped Chile reach the Confederations Cup at the expense of Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal.
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Chile manager says Sanchez is “very happy” despite speculation over his Arsenal future

Chile manager Juan Antonio Pizzi says Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez is unaffected by the contract dispute going on and is “very happy”.
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International round-up: Sanchez’s Chile progress while Mustafi watches on as Germany go through

Germany and Chile both qualified for the knockouts as the Confederations Cup group stages drew to a close.

Vidal continues to talk up Sanchez’s potential transfer to Bayern

Bayern Munich's Arturo Vidal has lavished praise on Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez and believes his Chilean teammate would greatly improve the Bundesliga champions.

Alexis Sanchez press conference in full

Alexis Sanchez spoke to the press after winning Man of the Match for Chile's 1-1 draw against Germany in the Confederations Cup.

Alexis seals record thanks to Mustafi mistake, Holding finally set to get his chance

Skhodran Mustafi, Calum Chambers and Alexis Sanchez represented their countries last night.

Mustafi praises “extraordinary” Alexis and hopes the Chilean stays at Arsenal

Arsenal centre-back Shkodran Mustafi has stated his desire to see Alexis Sánchez stay at the club amid speculation surrounding the Chilean's future.
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Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez shows off badly swollen ankle

Arsenal forward Alexis Sánchez has shown off his badly-swollen ankle after an important substitute appearance during Chile's Confederations Cup fixture against Cameroon.
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Chile manager says Sanchez isn’t thinking about his Arsenal future

Chile manager Juan Antonio Pizzi says Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez isn’t thinking about his future at the club and is focused on helping his side in the Confederations Cup.

Sanchez impresses off the bench as Chile see past Cameroon

Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez inspired Chile to victory over Cameroon in their opening Confederations Cup group game, coming off the bench at 0-0 and leading a second-half revival at the Otkrytiye Arena.

Arsenal in the summer: Complete run-down of Arsenal players in action

With so many Arsenal players potentially away on international duty, we took a look at the matches you should keep an eye out for this summer.

Alexis picks up ankle injury

Alexis Sanchez is a doubt for Chile's opening Confederation Cup game against Cameroon this weekend after the Arsenal man picked up an ankle injury and was spotted with crutches.

International round-up: Another Alexis assist, Miedema influential for Netherlands and more

Eight players across the club's various teams featured for their respective countries as the internationals continued. How did they fare?

Alexis assists Chile as his agent assists him

In some unsurprising news, Alexis Sánchez has revealed he is focused on Chile's attempts to win this year's Confederations Cup tournament and will leave contract discussions with Arsenal to this agent, Fernando Felicevich.

Mustafi aiming to win Confederations Cup

Shkodran Mustafi has looked ahead to the Confederations Cup in Russia starting next week.

International round-up: Xhaka and Giroud score, Alexis’ decisive assist and more

Four first-team players were in action for their respective countries on international duty, while some Ladies also featured during international friendlies.