Zinedine Zidane has no concerns over Real Madrid's poor Champions League start
4 years, 2 months ago

Zinedine Zidane has no concerns over Real Madrid's poor Champions League start

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Zinedine Zidane insists he has no doubts that Real Madrid will reach the last-16 of the Champions League if they match the performance that rescued them a last-gasp draw at Borussia Monchengladbach. Madrid fell behind to a Marcus Thuram brace either side of half-time in Germany before Karim Benzema and Casemiro struck late goals to rescue a point in their second Champions League group game. Zinedine Zidane claims he was impressed with his Real Madrid side's performance despite them needing two late goals to rescue a draw at Borussia Monchengladbach The Madrid boss though claims his side played well at Monchengladbach and would have been good value for three points, as he praised the resilience of his team to keep fighting until the end. Eden Hazard made his first appearance of the season in the Champions League clash Real Madrid sit bottom of their group after a winless start in the Champions League 'That was the plan,' Zidane said of his introduction of Hazard.

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Another Real poor performance has Ancelotti 'worried'
Trending News
2 months ago

Another Real poor performance has Ancelotti 'worried'

China Daily  

AC Milan's Malick Thiaw and Samuel Chukwueze celebrate after beating Real Madrid 3-1 in a UEFA Champions League match at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid on Tuesday. Madrid followed up its 4-0 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish league "clasico" with a 3-1 defeat to AC Milan in the Champions League, and coach Carlo Ancelotti didn't hide his concerns. Madrid, …

Another Real poor performance has Ancelotti 'worried'
Trending News
2 months ago

Another Real poor performance has Ancelotti 'worried'

China Daily  

AC Milan's Malick Thiaw and Samuel Chukwueze celebrate after beating Real Madrid 3-1 in a UEFA Champions League match at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid on Tuesday. Madrid followed up its 4-0 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish league "clasico" with a 3-1 defeat to AC Milan in the Champions League, and coach Carlo Ancelotti didn't hide his concerns. Madrid, …

Real Madrid to focus on rebuilding their attack after losing Karim Benzema
1 year, 7 months ago

Real Madrid to focus on rebuilding their attack after losing Karim Benzema

Firstpost  

Real Madrid goes into the offseason knowing it will need to boost its attack after losing Karim Benzema and other forwards. “That’s where we have to act and we’re going to do it without any rush,” Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said. We’re looking for a striker who can score goals and link up well with the others.” Read More: Ancelotti …

Eden Hazard to leave Real Madrid after injury-blighted stay
1 year, 7 months ago

Eden Hazard to leave Real Madrid after injury-blighted stay

Firstpost  

Hazard, 32, joined Real Madrid from Chelsea in 2019 for a fee of 115 million euros and was presented to up to 50,000 supporters at the Santiago Bernabeu. Eden Hazard will leave Real Madrid after four injury-ravaged seasons at the Spanish giants, the club announced on Saturday. “Real Madrid Football Club and Eden Hazard have reached an agreement whereby the …

Eden Hazard: Belgian misses ninth straight El Clasico since record transfer to Real Madrid
1 year, 9 months ago

Eden Hazard: Belgian misses ninth straight El Clasico since record transfer to Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Eden Hazard, who was once considered one of the best in the world, has moved down the pecking order since his move to Spain. Hazard’s stint at Chelsea was an astounding success, with him netting 110 goals in 352 appearances across competitions and was a four-time Player of the Year at the club. La Liga leader Barcelona, on Sunday, beat …

Real Madrid relying on injury-hit Benzema for more European glory
1 year, 9 months ago

Real Madrid relying on injury-hit Benzema for more European glory

Firstpost  

Benzema missed Madrid’s La Liga win over Espanyol on Saturday with an ankle issue but is expected to return to face Liverpool at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday in the Champions League last 16 second leg clash. Karim Benzema has formed an essential part of Real Madrid’s Champions League success, but there are doubts over whether his team can rely …

Real Madrid relying on injury-hit Benzema for more European glory
1 year, 9 months ago

Real Madrid relying on injury-hit Benzema for more European glory

The Hindu  

Karim Benzema has formed an essential part of Real Madrid’s Champions League success, but there are doubts over whether his team can rely on him to extend their European domination this season. Benzema missed Madrid’s La Liga win over Espanyol on Saturday with an ankle issue but is expected to return to face Liverpool at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday …

Champions League: Real Madrid not taking three-goal advantage over Liverpool for granted, says Carlo Ancelotti
1 year, 9 months ago

Champions League: Real Madrid not taking three-goal advantage over Liverpool for granted, says Carlo Ancelotti

India Today  

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has said that his players will not be complacent ahead of facing Liverpool in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie. Last month, the Spanish and European champions came from behind to win 5-2 at Anfield in their quest for a record-extending 15th Champions League title. The result puts Ancelotti's side in a …

Aston Villa and Newcastle 'on red alert as Real Madrid lose patience with Eden Hazard'
2 years, 2 months ago

Aston Villa and Newcastle 'on red alert as Real Madrid lose patience with Eden Hazard'

Daily Mail  

Eden Hazard's time at Real Madrid looks to be coming to an end after both parties agreed that the conclusion to a sorry three years was nigh, according to reports in Spain. It was expected that Hazard would become a fixture in the Real Madrid side after a number of great seasons with Chelsea, with whom he won two Premier …

Champions League: Another stunning comeback brings Real Madrid's next generation to the fore
2 years, 8 months ago

Champions League: Another stunning comeback brings Real Madrid's next generation to the fore

Firstpost  

Karim Benzema scored the winning penalty in extra time to take his tally to 10 goals in six Champions League knock-out games, an astonishing record not least because of the stage, the class of the opponent and the weight of his contributions. Many would circle Benzema, Modric and Courtois as Madrid’s most important players this season, the trio delivering in …

Benzema confident Real Madrid will reach Champions League final
2 years, 8 months ago

Benzema confident Real Madrid will reach Champions League final

The Hindu  

Karim Benzema was in a confident mood after scoring a brace that helped keep Real Madrid alive in its Champions League last-four tie against Manchester City and the French striker predicted his team would now qualify for the final. "I warn our fans to be ready to see something magical, we will win the second leg at Santiago Bernabeu," Benzema …

Ex-Barcelona midfielder feels Real Madrid comeback unlikely against PSG
2 years, 10 months ago

Ex-Barcelona midfielder feels Real Madrid comeback unlikely against PSG

Hindustan Times  

Carlo Ancelotti had admitted that Real Madrid performed "very badly" and felt the "criticism was justified" after their Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain last month. And Mateu feels that their absence will be an important test for Madrid who will be up against the "fast players" of the PSG side. "Absolutely," Mateu replied, "Having Mbappe, Messi and Neymar up.and …

Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema doubtful for Villarreal ahead of PSG clash
2 years, 11 months ago

Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema doubtful for Villarreal ahead of PSG clash

The Hindu  

Real Madrid is hoping Karim Benzema will be fit to play in next week’s highly anticipated clash with Paris Saint-Germain. That Champions League round-of-16 tie in Paris on Tuesday will pit Madrid against the team of former nemesis Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé, the player many in Spain hope will become Madrid's next star. READ | But, first, Madrid will …

La Liga: Real Madrid Thwarted by Elche as Karim Benzema is Injured in Surprise Draw
2 years, 11 months ago

La Liga: Real Madrid Thwarted by Elche as Karim Benzema is Injured in Surprise Draw

News 18  

Real Madrid gave hope to their title rivals on Sunday by drawing 2-2 at home to Elche. It could have been even worse for Madrid, who were two down with 11 minutes left yet managed to rescue a point thanks to a Luka Modric penalty and a 92nd-minute header from Eder Militao. It completed a miserable afternoon for Benzema, who …

Eden Hazard set to stay at Real Madrid as Carlo Ancelotti confirms he is in his plan for next season
2 years, 11 months ago

Eden Hazard set to stay at Real Madrid as Carlo Ancelotti confirms he is in his plan for next season

Daily Mail  

Eden Hazard is set to stay at Spanish giants Real Madrid after his manager confirmed he was in the club's plans for next season. Eden Hazard is set to stay at Real Madrid next season despite rumours of a move to England Rumours have often circulated that he is on the way out of Madrid with a move back to …

Eden Hazard Sinks Elche as 10-man Real Madrid Come from Behind in Copa del Rey
2 years, 11 months ago

Eden Hazard Sinks Elche as 10-man Real Madrid Come from Behind in Copa del Rey

News 18  

Eden Hazard scored his first Real Madrid goal in eight months on Thursday as La Liga’s leaders staged a dramatic comeback with 10 men to scrape past Elche in the Copa del Rey. Madrid needed extra-time to win 2-1 at the Martinez Valero and were given a scare by Elche, whose Gonzalo Verdu gave them the lead in the 103rd …

Atletico can rekindle hopes of another title at Real Madrid
3 years, 1 month ago

Atletico can rekindle hopes of another title at Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid has a chance to rekindle its bid to win a second straight Spanish league title. Atlético strengthened the squad that last season ended Madrid and Barcelona's seven-year hold on the league title. “It provokes us, it spurs us into action, just like I said after the loss to Mallorca.” Against Real Madrid, Atlético may be without Suárez — …

Real Madrid relying on Benzema; unfazed by guilty verdict
3 years, 1 month ago

Real Madrid relying on Benzema; unfazed by guilty verdict

The Hindu  

Karim Benzema and the teams that employ him appear unfazed by his guilty verdict for having played a part in the sex tape blackmail plot against a former France teammate. Hours after the conviction by a Versailles court on Wednesday, Benzema helped Real Madrid clinch a spot in the UEFA Champions League knockout phase for a 25th consecutive season by …

Eden Hazard Still Wants to Succeed at Real Madrid, Says Thibaut Courtois
3 years, 1 month ago

Eden Hazard Still Wants to Succeed at Real Madrid, Says Thibaut Courtois

News 18  

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said forward Eden Hazard still wants to succeed at the club despite being hampered by injuries and poor form since arriving in 2019. Belgium international Hazard, 30, joined Real Madrid from Chelsea for a reported 120 million euros. Hazard has not started a game since their shock 2-1 Champions League home loss to Sheriff Tiraspol …

Hazard not finished yet at Real Madrid, says Courtois
3 years, 1 month ago

Hazard not finished yet at Real Madrid, says Courtois

The Hindu  

Thibaut Courtois said on Tuesday that Eden Hazard still wants to be a success at Real Madrid and cannot be written off as a failure. Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has praised Hazard's professionalism but admitted last month that he currently "prefers other players". The Belgian has been linked with leaving the club either in January or next summer, having endured …

Hazard must be ready to seize opportunity, says Ancelotti
3 years, 2 months ago

Hazard must be ready to seize opportunity, says Ancelotti

The Hindu  

Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard needs to have faith and be ready to play his way back into the first team, coach Carlo Ancelotti said ahead of the team's Champions League Group D match against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday. The Belgian scored four goals in 21 appearances in all competitions last season and has yet to find the net this …

Real Madrid: Carlo Ancelotti has 'poked' Eden Hazard by benching him for El Clasico
3 years, 2 months ago

Real Madrid: Carlo Ancelotti has 'poked' Eden Hazard by benching him for El Clasico

Daily Mail  

Eden Hazard could be set to return to the Real Madrid fold on Wednesday evening when Real Madrid take on Osasuna in LaLiga, after he was 'poked' by boss Carlo Ancelotti. Spanish daily AS's front page read 'Another train for Eden Hazard', with the under-performing forward again coming under the microscope; Marca claimed Carlo Ancelotti's recent comments had 'poked' the …

Eden Hazard is told to 'put up' with his limited game time at Real Madrid
3 years, 2 months ago

Eden Hazard is told to 'put up' with his limited game time at Real Madrid

Daily Mail  

Eden Hazard has been told to 'put up' with the reality that Carlo Ancelotti 'prefers other players' as the Real Madrid coach issued a warning to the Belgian amid his limited playing time at the Bernabeu. Carlo Ancelotti told Eden Hazard to 'put up' with limited minutes at Real Madrid Hazard has started just five games this season and was …

Eden Hazard faces a 'decisive' third season to salvage his Real Madrid career, says Morientes
3 years, 2 months ago

Eden Hazard faces a 'decisive' third season to salvage his Real Madrid career, says Morientes

Daily Mail  

Eden Hazard has been warned it is now or never to salvage his Real Madrid career following two 'average' years at the Bernabeu. Eden Hazard has found life incredibly tough since joining Real Madrid from Chelsea in 2019 'Madrid tends to be very patient with these types of players,' Morientes, who was a three-time Champions League winner with Real Madrid, …

UEFA Champions League: Ancelotti banks on Real improvement for Shakhtar game
3 years, 2 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Ancelotti banks on Real improvement for Shakhtar game

The Hindu  

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has called for his team to improve on recent performances as it prepares for Tuesday's Champions League group game at Shakhtar Donetsk but said it was not the most important part of the season. Real Madrid lost its previous two games before the international break, 2-1 at Espanyol in La Liga and a home defeat …

Champions League: Real Madrid aim to defy power shift and assert themselves in Europe again
3 years, 3 months ago

Champions League: Real Madrid aim to defy power shift and assert themselves in Europe again

Firstpost  

Madrid reached the semi-finals last season but were resoundingly beaten by Chelsea, whose 3-1 win on aggregate would have been more emphatic had they not missed a cluster of chances in the second leg. Madrid: After winning the Champions League three years in a row, Real Madrid have gone three years without getting close, the task now belonging to Carlo …

Chelsea 'are considering bringing back Eden Hazard' while Timo Werner is 'unhappy at the Blues'
3 years, 5 months ago

Chelsea 'are considering bringing back Eden Hazard' while Timo Werner is 'unhappy at the Blues'

Daily Mail  

Chelsea are contemplating the idea of bringing Eden Hazard back to the club from Real Madrid this summer, according to reports. Chelsea are considering whether to bring back Eden Hazard to the club, according to reports The Belgian winger was a cult hero at Stamford Bridge before joining Real Madrid in 2019 And according to Spanish news outlet AS, intermediaries …

Euro 2020: Hazard in a race against time for Belgium's opener against Russia
3 years, 7 months ago

Euro 2020: Hazard in a race against time for Belgium's opener against Russia

The Hindu  

Eden Hazard hoped to be ready to play for Belgium in its opening game of the European Championship but is still unsure whether he will be fit in time, the forward told a news conference on Monday. "I missed the last games of the season at Real Madrid, so I have had time to rest and so we’ll see how …

Zidane left Real Madrid because club had ‘no faith’ in him
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane left Real Madrid because club had ‘no faith’ in him

Al Jazeera  

Former France international stepped down last week after Real suffered their first trophy-less season in 11 years. Zinedine Zidane stepped down as Real Madrid coach because the club had “no faith” in him. “Right now, things are different … I’m leaving because I feel the club no longer has the faith in me I need, nor the support to build …

Zinedine Zidane resigns as Real Madrid coach
3 years, 7 months ago

Zinedine Zidane resigns as Real Madrid coach

Al Jazeera  

The Frenchman’s departure comes after the Spanish club failed to win a trophy for the first time in 11 seasons. Zinedine Zidane has resigned as Real Madrid manager with immediate effect, the Spanish club said on Thursday, just days after the club were beaten to the La Liga title by Atletico Madrid. “Zidane is one of Real Madrid’s great icons …

Zidane will not leave Real Madrid, says Karim Benzema
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane will not leave Real Madrid, says Karim Benzema

India TV News  

Real Madrid star Karim Benzema does not believe head coach Zinedine Zidane will leave Santiago Bernabeu amid growing doubts. Zidane is widely expected to leave Madrid after a second spell in charge of La Liga giants, with former club and Serie A powerhouse Juventus a possible destination. After claiming three consecutive Champions League titles and the La Liga trophy in …

Zidane tight-lipped over Real Madrid future
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane tight-lipped over Real Madrid future

The Hindu  

Zinedine Zidane refused to confirm whether he will still be in charge of Real Madrid next season after the Spanish giant ended the season empty handed. Zidane's side finished two points behind La Liga champion Atletico Madrid, with a total of 84, following Saturday's 2-1 victory over Villarreal. READ: Local media reports have speculated that the Frenchman would walk away …

Injured Eden Hazard out of Real Madrid's La Liga finale; Sergio Ramos returns
3 years, 7 months ago

Injured Eden Hazard out of Real Madrid's La Liga finale; Sergio Ramos returns

The Hindu  

Injured again, Eden Hazard will miss Real Madrid's Spanish league finale on Saturday. Hazard was not included in the team's squad for the home match against Villarreal, which Madrid needs to win to have a chance of defending its Spanish league title. It enters the final round two points behind Atlético Madrid, which visits relegation-threatened Valladolid. Atlético Madrid doesn't have …

Zidane refuses to address Real future ahead of La Liga title showdown
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane refuses to address Real future ahead of La Liga title showdown

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane would not be drawn on his future ahead of the side's final La Liga game of the season against Villarreal on Saturday. If Real wins and city rival Atletico fails to emerge victorious away to Valladolid, then Zidane's side will be crowned champion. READ|A tletico Madrid favourite to lift La Liga crown, feel former players …

Zidane rejects report he has told Real players about Madrid exit
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane rejects report he has told Real players about Madrid exit

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane played down reports linking him with an exit from the club following his side's 1-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao on Sunday. The win means Real go into the final day of the season still in the title race, two points behind league leader Atletico Madrid who has 83. Zidane's side hosts Villarreal next Sunday on …

Zidane to leave Real Madrid at end of season: Reports
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane to leave Real Madrid at end of season: Reports

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has told his players he will leave the La Liga club at the end of the season, Spanish media reported late on Saturday. Radio station Onda Cero said Zidane informed the players about his decision before last weekend's 2-2 La Liga draw at home with Sevilla where Real missed the chance to top the table. …

Zidane says he will make decision on his future easy for Real Madrid
3 years, 8 months ago

Zidane says he will make decision on his future easy for Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has said he will make any decision that the it wishes to take about his position "easy" for the club. The Frenchman, who has won three Champions League trophies and two La Liga titles in two spells as Real coach, could find his future under threat should Real end the season trophyless. What I will …

Footage of Eden Hazard laughing with Chelsea players upsets Real Madrid fans
3 years, 8 months ago

Footage of Eden Hazard laughing with Chelsea players upsets Real Madrid fans

The Hindu  

Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard has upset supporters by appearing to laugh with Chelsea players after his former club knocked the Spanish team out of the Champions League. READ | Don Hutchinson, a former Liverpool player, said he had witnessed "bizarre scenes" and that he would not have expected a similar reaction from Cristiano Ronaldo, who won the Champions League …

Eden Hazard slammed by Spanish media for laughing with Chelsea players after Champions League defeat
3 years, 8 months ago

Eden Hazard slammed by Spanish media for laughing with Chelsea players after Champions League defeat

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Eden Hazard has been criticised after the forward …

Zinedine Zidane’s message for Real Madrid players overheard at training ahead of Chelsea clash
3 years, 8 months ago

Zinedine Zidane’s message for Real Madrid players overheard at training ahead of Chelsea clash

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Zinedine Zidane’s passionate speech to his Real Madrid …

Zidane in awe of his players as Real targets fourth Champions League final
3 years, 8 months ago

Zidane in awe of his players as Real targets fourth Champions League final

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said he is constantly surprised by his players' capacity to overcome difficulties as the team aims for a fourth Champions League final in six years in Wednesday's semifinal second leg away to Chelsea. "We've had a lot of difficulties but you have to take your hat off to this team," Zidane told a virtual news …

Real Madrid have the ‘character’ to overcome Chelsea in Champions League, says Zinedine Zidane
3 years, 8 months ago

Real Madrid have the ‘character’ to overcome Chelsea in Champions League, says Zinedine Zidane

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said he is …

LaLiga: Eden Hazard starts as Real Madrid defeat Osasuna; Atletico Madrid scrape past Elche
3 years, 8 months ago

LaLiga: Eden Hazard starts as Real Madrid defeat Osasuna; Atletico Madrid scrape past Elche

Firstpost  

Real Madrid have it all to do against Chelsea after drawing the opener 1-1 and they are playing catch-up in LaLiga too, after Atletico Madrid had earlier scraped to a 1-0 victory against struggling Elche. Madrid: Real Madrid held their nerve to beat Osasuna 2-0 in LaLiga on Saturday as Eden Hazard made his first start since January, raising the …

Zinedine Zidane pleased Real Madrid are ‘still alive’ against Chelsea
3 years, 8 months ago

Zinedine Zidane pleased Real Madrid are ‘still alive’ against Chelsea

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Zinedine Zidane is pleased his Real Madrid side …

UEFA Champions League: Zinedine Zidane Glad Real Madrid Still Alive after Early Chelsea Onslaught
3 years, 8 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Zinedine Zidane Glad Real Madrid Still Alive after Early Chelsea Onslaught

News 18  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane admitted he was relieved to finish Tuesday’s Champions League semi-final first leg against Chelsea with his side still in the tie following a 1-1 draw after being outplayed for large parts of the game. Real were on the back foot early on and went behind to Christian Pulisic’s goal but equalised thanks to a brilliant …

Real Madrid confident over Champions League chances as Eden Hazard says he’ll play to beat Chelsea ‘friends’
3 years, 8 months ago

Real Madrid confident over Champions League chances as Eden Hazard says he’ll play to beat Chelsea ‘friends’

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Real Madrid attacker Eden Hazard says his side …

Champions League semi-final preview: Madrid bank on experience against Chelsea; City, PSG vie for first title
3 years, 8 months ago

Champions League semi-final preview: Madrid bank on experience against Chelsea; City, PSG vie for first title

Firstpost  

Following the turmoil that European football was plunged into last week, it’s sort of a miracle that the Champions League semi-finals are still on course to take place. Three of the four clubs in the semis, namely Real Madrid, Chelsea and Manchester City, were involved in the dastardly plot to break away and form their own little European Super League. …

Madrid turns focus from Super League to Champions League
3 years, 8 months ago

Madrid turns focus from Super League to Champions League

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane wants nothing to do with the Super League. Tuesday’s first leg against Chelsea in Madrid comes after widespread backlash against the attempt to create the new Super League, which had Madrid president Florentino Pérez as one of its masterminds. Madrid is playing in the Champions League semifinals for the ninth time in the last 11 …

Real Madrid not thinking about any Super League sanctions, says Zinedine Zidane
3 years, 8 months ago

Real Madrid not thinking about any Super League sanctions, says Zinedine Zidane

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said on Monday he was not thinking about any sanctions against the club from UEFA in the wake of the European Super League announcement last week. The breakaway league involving 12 of Europe's major club collapsed within three days of its announcement amid a fierce backlash from fans, governing bodies and politicians. "It's absurd to …

Champions League: Zinedine Zidane says talks of Real Madrid getting banned due to ESL involvement ‘absurd’
3 years, 8 months ago

Champions League: Zinedine Zidane says talks of Real Madrid getting banned due to ESL involvement ‘absurd’

Firstpost  

Madrid: Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane on Monday hit back at calls for his club to be banned from the Champions League for their part in the failed European Super League proposals, saying the suggestion was “absurd”. UEFA threatened the clubs with “consequences” before the plans fell apart, but Zidane said any thoughts of a Champions League ban were misplaced. …

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