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Lookman scores on his debut as Atletico Madrid cruises past Real Betis to reach Copa semifinals

Ademola Lookman scored on his Atletico Madrid debut in a 5-0 rout of Real Betis that sent Diego Simeone’s team to the semifinals of the Copa del Rey

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Obed Vargas to Atlético Madrid: What it means for MLS & Seattle Sounders | MLSSoccer.com Viewed today, with Obed Vargas already on Atlético Madrid's gameday roster just three days after completing his landmark transfer from Seatt...

6 DAYS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Vinícius and Bellingham out for Real Madrid match at Valencia in La Liga

Real Madrid will be without Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham for its La Liga match at Valencia on Sunday

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Mexico's Obed Vargas Leaves Sounders For Atlético Madrid In $3.5 Million Transfer

Obed Vargas is set for a major step forward, leaving the Seattle Sounders to join Atletico Madrid.

FEBRUARY 3 • FOX SPORTS

Mexico's Obed Vargas Leaves Sounders For Atlético Madrid In $3.5 Million Transfer

4 Takeaways From the USA's Transfer Window: Smart For Pepi To Stay Put?

The winter transfer window in Europe closed on Monday and as expected, Deadline Day was a quiet one for Americans on both sides of the Atlan...

FEBRUARY 3 • FOX SPORTS

4 Takeaways From the USA's Transfer Window: Smart For Pepi To Stay Put?

Atletico Madrid signs 20-year-old Mexico midfielder Vargas from Seattle Sounders

Atletico Madrid has reached a deal for the transfer of Mexico midfielder Obed Vargas from the Seattle Sounders

FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders to Atlético Madrid: Obed Vargas' 10 biggest MLS moments | MLSSoccer.com Obed Vargas has moved to one of Europe's biggest clubs, joining LaLiga powerhouse Atlético Madrid for an undisclosed fee.

FEBRUARY 2 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Moves across the pond Vargas has completed a transfer to Atletico Madrid from Seattle, according to his new club.

Impact Vargas is off to Spain after his time in MLS play with Seattle, inking a deal with Atletico until 2030. He has been a starter each of the past two seasons with his former club, recording six goals and five assists in 62 appearances across the two seasons. This will leave a major gap for Seattle, possibly forcing Kalani Kossa-Rienzi into that role. However, with Atletico he is likely to see a bit less time, likely to sit in a rotational role fighting for time with Johnny Cardoso.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Could Seattle Sounders and Mexico midfielder Obed Vargas Move to Europe?

Obed Vargas has already built an impressive résumé in Seattle, where he has made 130 appearances.

JANUARY 20 • FOX SPORTS

Could Seattle Sounders and Mexico midfielder Obed Vargas Move to Europe?

'My Priority Is Europe'—Mexico World Cup Hopeful Turns Down Liga MX to Stay in MLS Obed Vargas has established himself as a key player with the Seattle Sounders in MLS.

JANUARY 10 • SI.COM

Club América reportedly interested in Seattle Sounders midfielder Obed Vargas

Club América have begun shaping their roster for the Clausura 2026 and have identified Obed Vargas as a potential reinforcement for their mi...

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • goal

Club América reportedly interested in Seattle Sounders midfielder Obed Vargas

Option picked up Vargas' option for 2026 was picked up, per Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.

Impact Vargas' option for 2026 was picked up after an excellent campaign. The midfielder was brilliant yet again, building on a breakout last season, and adding a goalscoring touch with five goals this season. Vargas' role is only set to increase further as he continues to establish himself as one of the top holding midfielders in MLS.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair scores winner in PK shootout as Minnesota United eliminates Sounders

Dayne St. Clair scored and Andrew Thomas hit the crossbar in a penalty-kick shootout that was decided by the goalkeepers in the 11th round, and Minnesota United staged a short-hand...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Minnesota United hosts the Seattle Sounders in Western Conference finals

Minnesota United hosts the Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference finals

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets brace in win Vargas scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 4-2 win over Minnesota United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 29th m...

Impact Vargas opened the scoring Monday with a clean strike from outside of the box before he iced the match with Seattle's final goal of their 4-2 home victory versus Minnesota. The holding-midfielder also contributed two tackles (one won), two interceptions and two clearances to the team's defensive effort across his 90-minute shift. Over 28 appearances (28 starts), Vargas has set a new career-high mark for goal contributions in a single MLS season with five goals and one assist.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Obed Vargas scores twice as Sounders beat Minnesota United 4-2 to extend series

Obed Vargas scored early in the first half and late in the second to help the Seattle Sounders beat Minnesota United 4-2, forcing a deciding match in the best-of-three first-round...

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders host Minnesota United in Western Conference semifinals

The Seattle Sounders host Minnesota United in the Western Conference semifinals

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders visit Minnesota United in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

The Seattle Sounders visit Minnesota United in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders take shutout streak into matchup against New York City FC

The Seattle Sounders head into a matchup with New York City FC after putting together two straight shutout wins

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

22 Under 22: Why Seattle Sounders midfielder Obed Vargas tops the list | MLSSoccer.com Player development is both art and science, simultaneously brimming with intangibles and ruled by cold, hard numbers – like how quickly a yo...

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

WIll represent Mexico in U20 WC Vargas was called up by Mexico for the upcoming U20 World Cup in Chile.

Impact Vargas has been an undisputed starter for Seattle in the midfield this season, but the club will be without him for at least two games against Vancouver and Portland after he was called up by Mexico for the upcoming U20 World Cup in Chile. Snyder Brunell could replace him in the midfield until he returns.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Composed finish in defeat Vargas scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-1 defeat to Inter Miami CF.

Impact Vargas cooly slotted home a cutback ball into the box Tuesday to score Seattle's lone goal in their 3 - 1 defeat at the hands of Miami. In addition to scoring his third goal of the campaign, the midfielder led the Seattle attack with three shots on goal. Vargas remains an integral cog in the Seattle midfield, having played the full 90 minutes in each of his last three appearances and made 25 starting apperances overall across Seattle's 30 league fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi Joins Elite MLS Company With His Latest Scoring Feat

What does Lionel Messi have in common with Josef Martinez, David Villa, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Denis Bouanga?

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Lionel Messi Joins Elite MLS Company With His Latest Scoring Feat

Obed Vargas: Club World Cup, Griezmann meet-up an "incredible experience" | MLSSoccer.com Already considered one of the brightest young prospects in MLS, Seattle Sounders FC midfielder Obed Vargas saw his stock rise even further a...

JULY 3, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Returns to training Vargas returned to training Wednesday, per Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.

Impact Vargas was back in training Wednesday, taking part in the full session. The midfielder has been a rock-solid part of the starting XI, so the fact he's back fit as Seattle compete in the Club World Cup is an excellent sign.

JUNE 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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