Articles for Diego Costa

Cole Palmer has thrived, but how does his record compare against modern Chelsea history?
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Cole Palmer has thrived, but how does his record compare against modern Chelsea history?

New York Times  

Not for the first time this season, Cole Palmer was the only Chelsea player to emerge with serious credit from Saturday’s farcical 2-2 draw with 10-man Burnley. Chelsea's most prolific modern attackers Player Season Appearances Minutes Played Goal Involvements Mins/Goal Involvement Goals Assists Didier Drogba 2009-10 44 3636 48 75.8 37 11 Cole Palmer 2023-24 35 2762 28 98.6 16 …

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Joao Moutinho and Diego Costa to leave Wolves as part of Julen Lopetegui rebuild
1 year, 6 months ago

Joao Moutinho and Diego Costa to leave Wolves as part of Julen Lopetegui rebuild

Daily Mail  

Joao Moutinho and Diego Costa are to leave Wolves when their current contracts expire with Adama Traore still in talks over an extension. The Premier League club's sporting director Matt Hobbs has confirmed that 36-year-old Portuguese midfielder Moutinho and Brazil-born Spanish striker Costa, 34, will officially depart at the end of this month. Diego Costa will leave Wolves as a …

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Chelsea 3-0 Wolves: Diego Costa receives heartwarming ovation on his return to Stamford Bridge
2 years, 2 months ago

Chelsea 3-0 Wolves: Diego Costa receives heartwarming ovation on his return to Stamford Bridge

Daily Mail  

If this felt a little like Diego Costa's testimonial, it shouldn't have done. Kai Havertz's header broke the deadlock on the stroke of half-time after he latched onto Mason Mount's sensational cross The German forward - who has been out of touch at times this season - beat Nelson Semedo in the air to get his goal Christian Pulisic's first …

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Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa set to make Wolves debut at West Ham on Saturday
2 years, 2 months ago

Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa set to make Wolves debut at West Ham on Saturday

Daily Mail  

Diego Costa is in line to make his Wolves debut at West Ham on Saturday as doubts surround the fitness of Raul Jimenez. With summer signing Sasa Kalajdzic out for the long-term with knee ligament damage, that means Costa will have a significant role to play when Premier League action resumes, especially with Wolves having scored only three times in …

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Diego Simeone takes cheeky dig at Real Madrid after they beat Atletico in first derby of the season
2 years, 3 months ago

Diego Simeone takes cheeky dig at Real Madrid after they beat Atletico in first derby of the season

Daily Mail  

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has praised the performance of his city rivals Real Madrid in their 2-1 win over his side on Sunday, and cheekily compared their style to an Atletico team of the past. Real Madrid made it six wins from six in LaLiga after goals from Rodrygo and Federico Valverde saw Carlo Ancelotti's side win a fiery …

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Wolves Sign Diego Costa on Free Transfer
2 years, 3 months ago

Wolves Sign Diego Costa on Free Transfer

News 18  

Wolves signed former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa on Monday on a season-long deal. Wolves were in need of attacking options after new signing Sasa Kalajdzic suffered a cruciate knee ligament injury on his debut against Southampton last weekend. Wolves chairman Jeff Shi said: “We are absolutely delighted to welcome Diego Costa to Wolves, and back to the …

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Andy Carroll is 'set to re-sign for Reading' after failing to find club following West Brom release
2 years, 3 months ago

Andy Carroll is 'set to re-sign for Reading' after failing to find club following West Brom release

Daily Mail  

Andy Carroll is set for a return to football as he is reportedly closing in on re-signing for Reading, despite rumours that he was an alternative option from Diego Costa for Wolves. The former England international has been a free agent since the end of last season following a brief spell with Steve Bruce's West Brom in the Championship. Andy …

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Wolves 'to eye Andy Carroll if Diego Costa move fails' with ex-Chelsea man's work permit held up
2 years, 3 months ago

Wolves 'to eye Andy Carroll if Diego Costa move fails' with ex-Chelsea man's work permit held up

Daily Mail  

Wolves will target a shock move for Andy Carroll if their appeal to sign Diego Costa is rejected, according to reports. And Costa, best known in England for winning two Premier League titles with Chelsea, is available on a free transfer after departing Atletico Mineiro last December, meaning he quickly emerged as Wolves' top target. Wolves will target a shock …

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Wolves take Diego Costa on trial after losing summer signing Sasa Kalajdzic through injury
2 years, 3 months ago

Wolves take Diego Costa on trial after losing summer signing Sasa Kalajdzic through injury

Daily Mail  

The 33-year-old Spaniard has been a free agent since leaving Atletico Mineiro Wolves are considering a move for former Chelsea striker Diego Costa with new summer signing Sasa Kalajdzic set to miss the rest of the season after suffering a cruciate ligament injury on debut in victory over Southampton. Former Chelsea star Diego Costa is set to go on trial …

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Diego Costa could return to action in Portugal as 'Benfica table two-year contract worth £5m'
3 years, 9 months ago

Diego Costa could return to action in Portugal as 'Benfica table two-year contract worth £5m'

Daily Mail  

Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa 'has been offered a £2.6million-a-year contract' by Portuguese club Benfica. And he could return to football in Portugal with Benfica reportedly making contact with Costa and tabling an offer to sign him. Diego Costa could return to football with Benfica, reports suggest, after an offer was tabled The 32-year-old Spain striker was released from his …

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Diego Costa could win Man City the Premier League, claims Micah Richards
3 years, 10 months ago

Diego Costa could win Man City the Premier League, claims Micah Richards

Daily Mail  

Micah Richards believes his former club Manchester City should make a January move for Diego Costa - because it would win them the Premier League. And with Sergio Aguero's season blighted by injury and Gabriel Jesus struggling in front of goal, the Sportsmail columnist believes that Costa could provide that extra spark between now and the end of the season. …

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Atletico Madrid TERMINATE Diego Costa's contract
3 years, 11 months ago

Atletico Madrid TERMINATE Diego Costa's contract

Daily Mail  

Atletico Madrid have terminated Diego Costa's contract at the Spanish side, allowing him to move on a free transfer during the January transfer window. Diego Simeone has seen his contract at Atletico Madrid terminated, making him a free agent Costa was given permission to miss training on Monday as he sought to leave the club over 'personal reasons'. Arsenal manager …

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Diego Costa misses Atletico Madrid training, considering future
3 years, 11 months ago

Diego Costa misses Atletico Madrid training, considering future

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa missed training on Monday because he is considering his future with the La Liga leader, a club source said. Costa, who helped Atletico win its last La Liga title in 2014, has struggled to make an impact since returning to the club from Chelsea in 2018. Costa converted a penalty in a 3-1 win over …

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Diego Costa absent from Atletico Madrid training as he looks to terminate contract
3 years, 11 months ago

Diego Costa absent from Atletico Madrid training as he looks to terminate contract

Daily Mail  

Diego Costa missed Atletico Madrid training on Monday and is looking to accelerate his exit from the LaLiga leaders. Diego Costa seems certain to leave LaLiga side Atletico Madrid in the January transfer window The striker was given permission to miss Atletico Madrid training on Monday by the club The 32-year-old's contract expires in the summer but he is seeking …

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Champions League: Diego Costa doubtful for Atletico's clash against Bayern - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

Champions League: Diego Costa doubtful for Atletico's clash against Bayern - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid's Diego Costa is being treated for a thigh injury sustained against Celta Vigo at the weekend, the club confirmed on Monday, potentially ruling out the striker for Wednesday's Champions League tie against Bayern Munich. The club have not put a timescale on Costa's return to action, but local media reports suggest he will miss the next three weeks, …

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Diego Costa 'wanted by Fenerbahce this summer' as Atletico Madrid prepare to move striker on
4 years, 3 months ago

Diego Costa 'wanted by Fenerbahce this summer' as Atletico Madrid prepare to move striker on

Daily Mail  

Diego Costa is being chased by Turkish side Fenerbahce as the striker prepares to leave Atletico Madrid this summer, according to reports. Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa is wanted by Fenerbahce, according to reports in Turkey And according to Turkish media, as cited by Spanish news outlet AS, Fenerbahce are making strides towards making an offer for the forward, with …

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RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano has become Europe's most in-demand defender
4 years, 4 months ago

RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano has become Europe's most in-demand defender

Daily Mail  

Watching Dayot Upamecano against Atletico Madrid left plenty to marvel at. Dayot Upamecano reminded everyone just why he is Europe's most in-demand defender The RB Leipzig star was Man of the Match against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League Arsenal were interested but put off by his release clause and that could prove a huge mistake If he was expensive …

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La Liga: Diego Costa Strike Guarantees Atletico Madrid Top-four Finish with 1-0 Win over Real Betis
4 years, 5 months ago

La Liga: Diego Costa Strike Guarantees Atletico Madrid Top-four Finish with 1-0 Win over Real Betis

News 18  

Atletico Madrid sealed Champions League qualification for the eighth consecutive season by beating Real Betis 1-0 at home on Saturday thanks to a late Diego Costa goal after having a player sent off and seeing two goals ruled out following VAR reviews. Costa scored the only goal of the game with a scuffed header in the 74th minute, although Atletico …

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