# Slide Rule Pass: Football News - 17 Mar

By [Falsenine](https://paragraph.com/@thefalsenine) · 2025-03-17

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Welcome to today's edition of Slide Rule Pass, a daily digest delivering concise recaps of the latest football news. Here's what's making headlines today:

*   **Barcelona's Epic Comeback Against Atlético Madrid**  
    Barcelona staged a remarkable turnaround, overcoming a 2-0 deficit to defeat Atlético Madrid 4-2 at the Metropolitano Stadium. Julián Álvarez and Alexander Sørloth initially put Atlético ahead, but Barcelona responded with goals from Robert Lewandowski, Ferran Torres, and a stoppage-time winner from 17-year-old Lamine Yamal. This victory propels Barcelona back to the top of La Liga, level on 60 points with Real Madrid but with a game in hand.
    
*   **Geovany Quenda Acquisition**  
    Chelsea have secured a £42 million deal to sign 17-year-old winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting CP. Quenda will remain on loan at Sporting for the 2025-26 season, potentially facing Chelsea in UEFA competitions due to differing loan regulations. ​
    
*   **Dário Essugo Agreement**  
    The Blues have also agreed to an £18.5 million transfer for 20-year-old midfielder Dário Essugo from Sporting CP, signing him to a seven-year contract. Essugo, currently on loan at UD Las Palmas, is expected to join Chelsea in the upcoming season. ​
    
*   **Newcastle United Clinch EFL Cup**  
    Newcastle United secured their first domestic trophy since 1955 by defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the EFL Cup final at Wembley Stadium. Goals from Alexander Isak and Bruno Guimarães sealed the victory, marking a historic moment for the Magpies. ​
    
*   **Arsenal Triumphs Over Chelsea**  
    In a crucial Premier League clash, Arsenal edged out Chelsea with a 1-0 victory. Mikel Merino's early header from a corner proved decisive, boosting the Gunners' aspirations for Champions League qualification. ​
    
*   **Dele Alli's Comeback Setback:** Dele Alli's return to football was marred by a red card just 10 minutes after coming on for Como in their 2-1 loss to AC Milan. This incident adds to the midfielder's recent struggles as he seeks to revive his career. ​
    

_Stay tuned for more updates in the next Slide Rule Pass, your concise daily digest of the biggest football stories._

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*Originally published on [Falsenine](https://paragraph.com/@thefalsenine/slide-rule-pass-football-news-17-mar)*
