Keylor Navas has left Newell’s Old Boys for Mexico’s Pumas in a $2M transfer after tensions with the club and a benching controversy. The Costa Rican legend’s short but stellar stint in Argentina ends amid fan backlash and speculation over his replacement.
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Clásico Glory and a Historic League Title for Newell’s Women
From regional league to national champions in just seven years: How Newell’s Old Boys Women broke Buenos Aires’ monopoly on Argentine football with a historic Apertura title win over rivals Rosario Central.
The Five Most Successful Managers in Newell’s Old Boys History
Founded in the hotbed of Rosario, Newell’s has produced plenty of world-class players over the years. But behind every great team and football star is a great manager, and Newell’s has been fortunate enough to have some of the brightest minds guiding them to glory.
Dramatic late Miljevic goal gives Newell’s an important home win
In a thrilling encounter at the Estadio Marcelo Bielsa, Newell’s Old Boys snatched a dramatic 2-1 victory over Lanús, thanks to a stunning last-minute strike from Matko Miljevic. After falling behind to Marcelino Moreno’s opener, Newell’s equalized through Colo Ramírez’s penalty before Miljevic’s 92nd-minute thunderbolt sealed a crucial win for the Rosario side.
Newell’s squander lead in frustrating 3-3 draw with Deportivo Riestra
Newell’s Old Boys squander 2-0 and 3-2 leads in a thrilling 3-3 draw with 10-man Deportivo Riestra. Mateo Silvetti scores twice, but late equalizer denies Lepers victory in rollercoaster match.
Newell’s Old Boys’ Finest Ever Exports
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Méndez out, Lunari in as Newell’s tackle crisis
Newell’s Old Boys has announced a major shake-up in its coaching staff. Following a string of disappointing results, Sebastián Méndez has departed as head coach after just ten matches. The club has swiftly appointed Ricardo Lunari, former reserve team manager, as interim head coach until the end of the year. Lunari, with his deep ties to the club, faces the immediate challenge of reviving the team’s fortunes, starting with their upcoming match against Tigre.
Highlights: Banfield 2-0 Newell’s
Highlights: Newell’s Old Boys suffered a 2-0 defeat against Banfield, with Milton Giménez scoring both goals in the final stages. The match featured missed penalties by both teams, and Newell’s struggled to create significant threats.
Highlights: Newell’s 1-0 Defensa y Justicia
Highlights: In a closely contested match in the new season of the Argentine Primera Division, Newell’s Old Boys emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Defensa y Justicia.
Highlights: Newell’s 2-0 Platense
Highlights: Newell’s Old Boys turned the tables in the final moments of their Liga Profesional debut against Platense, securing a 2-0 victory that injected much-needed spirit into the team.
Highlights: Newell’s 1-0 Belgrano
Highlights: Colo Ramírez struck again to make it 3 from 3 for Newell’s in this year’s Copa de la Liga.
Highlights: Lanús 0-2 Newell’s
Highlights: Goals from Brian Aguirre and Colo Ramírez made it 2 wins from 2 for new coach Mauricio Larriera.
Highlights: Newell’s 3-0 Defensa y Justicia
Highlights: It’s 2 wins from 2 for Newell’s Old Boys in the Copa de la Liga thanks to Cristian Ferreira’s unforgettable goal after 5 minutes in Saturday night’s home game against Lanús.
Highlights: Newell’s 0-2 Godoy Cruz
Highlights: It’s 2 wins from 2 for Newell’s Old Boys in the Copa de la Liga thanks to Cristian Ferreira’s unforgettable goal after 5 minutes in Saturday night’s home game against Lanús.
Highlights: Tigre 0-2 Newell’s
Highlights: Juan Sforza’s 69th minute equaliser in Córdoba made sure Newell’s made it an unbeaten opening three games in this year’s Copa de la Liga.