Latest news with #Estevao
The Independent
13 hours ago
- Sport
- The Independent
When does Estevao join Chelsea from Palmeiras?
Brazilian youngster Estevao is playing his final few games for Palmeiras before linking up with his new club Chelsea. The 18-year-old has signed a deal to join the Premier League side ahead of the 2024/25 campaign, adding one of the world's top young talents to Enzo Maresca 's side. Estevao, nicknamed 'Messinho' after amassing figures akin to those of the iconic Argentinian forward in his teens, featured as Palmeiras drew to Porto in their first game of the Fifa Club World Cup With a game against Al-Ahly coming before the showdown with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami, he is already looking ahead to what could be a curtain-call on his time in Brazil. Speaking during the tournament, the prospect declared that he will 'run' to the legendary Messi at the end of the game to try and get the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's shirt. When will Estevao join Chelsea? Chelsea have agreed a deal for Estevao that starts at an initial £29m, though it could rise beyond £50m with add-ons. The five-time capped Brazil international has scored 26 goals in 79 games at club level, alongside three goals in five appearances for the national team's under-17s. Estevao will join Chelsea at the end of the Fifa Club World Cup in the USA, with the final scheduled for Sunday, July 13, when only two of the 32-teams that entered remain. He heads to Stamford Bridge as the Blues prepare to return to the Uefa Champions League, after beating Real Betis in the Conference League final last season and finishing fourth in the English top-flight.
The Independent
17 hours ago
- Sport
- The Independent
New Chelsea signing Estevao reveals Lionel Messi ambition before Club World Cup clash
New Chelsea signing Estevao has revealed he will 'run' to Lionel Messi after he stands on the opposite side of the pitch to him in the Fifa Club World Cup. The 18-year-old will move to London at the end of the competition in a deal worth an initial £29m, but will play out a curtain call at Palmeiras against Messi's Inter Miami before the end of the group stage. The Brazilian outfit drew their tournament opener against Porto, and face Egypt's Al Ahly before their final group game on Tuesday, June 24 against Miami. That is the focus for Estevao, who spoke about the prospect of lining up against eight-time Ballon D'Or winner Messi to The Athletic. He said: "He's a player I have always looked up to. When I was a kid, I would watch videos of him, then go out to the pitch and try to copy what I had seen. "As soon as the final whistle blows, I'm going to run to him so we can swap shirts. But before that, I'll be giving my everything so Palmeiras walk off the field with three points.' Estevao has sparkled in his fledgling career, scoring 26 goals in his 79 career appearances since making his debut in November 2023. He has been capped five times by the Brazilian national team, following three goals in five games for the nation's Under-17s. "I couldn't have chosen a better way to end this stage of my career. Palmeiras is my home and being able to say goodbye while competing for a Club World Cup… It's indescribable,' the Chelsea recruit added. Estevao has been nicknamed 'Messinho', tagging a lofty expectation next to his career prospects ahead of his move to Stamford Bridge. He will link up with Chelsea ahead of their return to the Uefa Champions League, joining the likes of Ipswich Town's Liam Delap as the new faces for Enzo Maresca following Conference League success last term.
Gulf Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Palmeiras held by Porto as goal-keeper Ramos excels; Cunha, Jesus on target as Botafogo silence Sounders
Palmeiras and Porto played out a 0-0 draw in their Group A opener of the Club World Cup at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday, with Porto's stand-in goalkeeper Claudio Ramos delivering a stellar performance to frustrate the Brazilian side. Ramos, deputising for injured captain Diego Costa, produced a string of saves to deny Palmeiras, who dominated the contest but were unable to find a breakthrough. The substitute keeper's heroics ensured Porto left with a valuable point as all four teams in Group A remain level after Lionel Messi's Inter Miami and Egypt's Al Ahly also drew 0-0 on Saturday. Palmeiras nearly grabbed a winner in the dying moments when Murilo's header struck the post, adding to their growing frustration. Speaking to DAZN after the match, Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira praised his side's efforts but rued missed opportunities. 'I think it was a well-balanced game where we had the best chances, but football is incredible. Porto's best player was their substitute goalkeeper, who made four or five incredible saves to frustrate us,' he said. Ramos' standout moment came in first-half stoppage time when he made three successive saves. Estevao and Mauricio were denied from close range before Richard Rios' follow-up shot was cleared off the line by a defender. The 32-year-old keeper stepped up admirably after Costa was sidelined with a leg muscle injury sustained in training last week. Palmeiras, led by their young attacking duo of Vitor Roque and Estevao, soon to be joining Premier League's Chelsea, were the more threatening side throughout the match, excelling in quick transitions and displaying incisive build-up play. However, Porto's defence held firm, with Ramos and his backline soaking up pressure. Porto, meanwhile, looked to exploit high balls to towering Spanish striker Samu Aghehowa and nearly benefited from a Palmeiras error in the 20th minute. Felipe Anderson tried to challenge Martim Fernandes in a high ball lifted over Palmeiras´ box but he sliced his header and almost scored an own goal, denied with a brilliant one-handed save by keeper Weverton to avert disaster. With all teams level on one point, Group A remains wide open as Palmeiras prepare to face Al Ahly and Porto take on Inter Miami in the next round of fixtures on Thursday. Meanwhile, Jair Cunha and Igor Jesus scored in the first half and Botafogo beat the Seattle Sounders 2-1 at the Club World Cup on Sunday night. Botafogo opened the scoring 28 minutes in as Cunha headed in a pass from Alex Telles. A contentious yellow card to Nouhou Tolo led to a free kick just beyond the corner of the penalty area. Sounders players felt the call was unfair as there had been some unobserved jostling between Tolo and Artur before Tolo shoved his opponent to the ground. Before a crowd of 30,151 at Lumen Field, Botafogo doubled the lead in the first half's final minutes with another headed goal. Vitinho connected with his 24-year-old star teammate Igor Jesus, who sent a powerful header to the bottom corner. The Sounders played better in the second half, buoyed by their energetic subs. Four minutes after coming into the match, Paul Rothrock provided the assist for Cristian Roldan's header in the 75th minute that deflected off Jesus. The Sounders had two shots on target in a row in the final 30 seconds of stoppage time to try to tie the score, but the first was well blocked by a defender before John smothered Rothrock's attempt. Seattle will now have to try to win points off Group B powers Atlético Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain to avoid group stage elimination. Botafogo played good defense to hold onto its lead and is second in Group B on goal difference. 'Obviously, they're a great team, and they put us under pressure in moments, but we matched them. The difference in the first half was just quality and a couple of key moments... I think if you looked at the statistics, you would say that Sounders were in a good spot, but obviously everything is the score line, and we couldn't find that second goal.' - Seattle Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer Agencies
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Chelsea signing shines in Club World Cup opener
Estevao Willian was named man of the match as Palmeiras opened their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a goalless draw against FC Porto. The teenager will link up with Chelsea at the conclusion of the tournament, after the West Londoners agreed a £44m deal to sign the winger last summer. Despite a failure to find a breakthrough against Porto, Estevao was named as the game's standout player. The draw leaves Group A perfectly poised after the opening round of fixtures, with Inter Miami against Al Ahly also ending goalless. Advertisement Estevao is aiming to enhance his rapidly growing reputation at this summer's tournament. The 18-year-old was named winner of the The Bola de Ouro in 2024, awarded to the player deemed the best in the Campeonato Brasileiro. He made his senior debut for Brazil earlier this month, starting Carlo Ancelotti's first game in charge of the Selecao. After leaving Palmeiras for West London after the Club World Cup, Estevao will hope to break into Enzo Maresca's plans. Jadon Sancho's return to Manchester United and Mykhailo Mudryk's suspension has opened up a place in the squad next season. Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca discussed Estevao's progress this week and said the club are 'happy' to see the teenager thriving. Advertisement 'I'm not thinking about it. Now if Estevao is doing well, we are happy. But in this moment he's doing well for another team. Hopefully he can do well for us when he joins.' Read – Nick Woltemade: The German giant Europe's top clubs are tracking See more – Al-Hilal not giving up on Osimhen transfer Follow The Football Faithful on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok
Metro
4 days ago
- Sport
- Metro
Former Chelsea star compares Estevao Willian to Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal
There are great expectations for in-coming Chelsea player Estevao Willian and excitement is not going to die down now he has been compared to Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal. 18-year-old Estevao signed for Chelsea from Brazilian side Palmeiras last year but is only due to join the Blues after the Club World Cup this summer. The winger has already made a big splash in his home country and has won five caps for the Brazil senior side already, despite only turning 18 in April. Chelsea fans will be drooling over the prospect of Estevao lighting up Stamford Bridge and former Blues star Willian has only added to the hype. The 70-cap Brazil international compared Estevao's style to that of Barcelona and Spain winger Yamal and said they have similarly great potential. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. 'Without a doubt, he has a lot of potential, a lot of quality,' Willian told ESPN Brasil. 'The player has the advantage of still being so young, but with great potential like Lamine Yamal, they have a similar style. 'I hope that he can be very successful here in England playing for Chelsea, he can win many titles, score a lot of goals with the Chelsea jersey and he will help to win titles over the years.' Chelsea paid an initial £29million for the teenager, but that fee could eventually rise to £57million if he meets a number of performance-related clauses. Willian expects the youngster to do well in the Premier League, but has warned him that it will take some time to adjust to the different conditions and style of play. 'My advice is that he dedicate himself to the fullest. In England, football is quite different to what he is used to,' said the 36-year-old. 'When he gets here I think he needs some extra work at the club. 'I'm sure he has a very good head. There's no need to argue about his quality, he has more than enough quality to play for a big club like Chelsea. But I hope he can adapt as quickly as possible and get into the style of play here to be very successful.' Willian would know about adjusting to English football, having made 339 appearances for Chelsea in all competitions, winning two Premier League titles, the FA Cup and Europa League with the Blues. Blues fans will have the chance to see Estevao in action this summer as he is with Palmeiras at the Club World Cup in America. Palmeiras have been placed in Group A of the competition alongside Al Ahly, Inter Miami and Porto. Chelsea meanwhile find themselves in Group D alongside ES Tunis, Los Angeles FC and Flamengo. The Brazilian team got their campaign underway on Sunday with a goalless draw with Porto, a match which Estevao started. There is a possibility Chelsea and Palmeiras can meet at the quarter-final stage of the Club World Cup. More Trending Should both progress as group winners or runners-up and beat their last 16 opponents, they are possible opponents for each other at the last eight stage. Those matches in question will take place on Friday 4 July in Philadelphia and Saturday 5 July in Atlanta. With Estevao registered for the Palmeiras squad, there would be nothing to stop him from lining up against the players he will be playing alongside side as early as next month. Estevao's agent Andre Cury said in April: 'Yes, he's arriving [at Chelsea] after the Club World Cup. He's a world-class player. Very good. A guy who's going to make history here.' MORE: Enzo Maresca confirms Chelsea are working on signing after Mike Maignan transfer blow MORE: Is Chelsea vs LAFC on TV? Fifa Club World Cup team news and live stream MORE: Arsenal told to sign Manchester United transfer target instead of Chelsea flop
