Gareth Bale returns to Real Madrid squad, Eden Hazard still missing
4 years, 11 months ago

Gareth Bale returns to Real Madrid squad, Eden Hazard still missing

The Hindu  

Gareth Bale is back in Real Madrid's squad for Sunday's La Liga trip to Osasuna following Zinedine Zidane's insistence there is no issue between the pair. READ| Most recently Madrid lost 4-3 at home in a thrilling Copa del Rey quarterfinal tussle with Real Sociedad, and despite scoring Los Blancos' third, Rodrygo Goes is one of those to come out of the travelling party. Eden Hazard continues to miss out as well – the Belgian yet to make his return from an ankle injury he suffered in November, despite making his comeback to training more than two weeks ago. Also returning are Casemiro, Lucas Vazquez and Dani Carvajal as Madrid looks to restore its six-point lead over Barcelona at the summit, which faces head coach Quique Setien's former team Real Betis later the same day.

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Real Madrid 5-0 Deportiva Minera: Endrick, Guler star as Los Blancos seal Copa del Rey RO16 berth
4 days, 4 hours ago

Real Madrid 5-0 Deportiva Minera: Endrick, Guler star as Los Blancos seal Copa del Rey RO16 berth

The Hindu  

Real Madrid rested most of its big stars and still hammered fourth-tier Deportivo Minera 5-0 to reach the last 16 of the Copa del Rey on Monday. Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and goalkeeper Ferland Mendy all started on the bench as coach Carlo Ancelotti gave a debut to 17-year-old central defender Diego Aguado, who lined up alongside his …

Real Madrid climb up to second in LaLiga after seeing off Sevilla
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Real Madrid climb up to second in LaLiga after seeing off Sevilla

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. Isaac Romero pulled one back before half-time, but Brahim Diaz ended Sevilla’s …

real madrid vs sevilla report la liga 2024-25 rma v sev highlights mpabbe rodrygo diaz goals news
2 weeks, 5 days ago

real madrid vs sevilla report la liga 2024-25 rma v sev highlights mpabbe rodrygo diaz goals news

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe scored a screamer and set up another goal as Real Madrid thrashed Sevilla 4-2 on Saturday to move second in La Liga above stuttering rivals Barcelona. After Atletico Madrid beat Barca on Saturday to claim top spot at Christmas, Carlo Ancelotti’s side also took advantage with a comfortable home win which leaves it a point behind the leaders. …

Real Madrid miss chance to go top after six-goal thriller with Rayo Vallecano
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Real Madrid miss chance to go top after six-goal thriller with Rayo Vallecano

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 missed the chance to move top …

Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid LIVE streaming info: When, where to watch La Liga match, team news, predicted XI, head-to-head record
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid LIVE streaming info: When, where to watch La Liga match, team news, predicted XI, head-to-head record

The Hindu  

Real Madrid will be back in action as it takes on Rayo Vallecano in a La Liga 2024-25 clash at the Estadio de Vallecas on Saturday. Team news Real Madrid will miss some key players for this clash, most notably French star Kylian Mbappe, due to a thigh injury. Rayo Vallecano will miss Pelayo Fernandez, who is out with a …

Kylian Mbappe injury update: Real Madrid forward doubtful for FIFA Intercontinental Cup final
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Kylian Mbappe injury update: Real Madrid forward doubtful for FIFA Intercontinental Cup final

The Hindu  

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe picked up an injury to his left thigh and looks doubtful for the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final scheduled for next week, the La Liga club announced on Thursday. The French player was replaced during the first half of Real Madrid’s 3-2 win at Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday, after giving his side the …

La Liga 2024-25: Mbappe misses another penalty, Real Madrid loses at Bilbao
1 month ago

La Liga 2024-25: Mbappe misses another penalty, Real Madrid loses at Bilbao

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe missed his second penalty in a week as La Liga champion Real Madrid slumped to a 2-1 defeat at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, its fourth loss in the last seven games in all competitions. READ | Raphinha scores double as Barcelona eases past Mallorca Still missing talisman Vinicius Jr and other key players like Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao …

Mbappe pays penalty as Bilbao beat Real Madrid
1 month ago

Mbappe pays penalty as Bilbao beat Real Madrid

Deccan Chronicle  

Kylian Mbappe missed another penalty as champions Real Madrid fell to a 2-1 defeat at Athletic Bilbao in La Liga on Wednesday.A week after the French superstar failed from the spot in the Champions League against Liverpool, he endured further misery from 12 yards as Los Blancos allowed league leaders Barcelona to retain their four-point advantage.Alejandro Berenguer fired Bilbao ahead …

Real Madrid vs Getafe LIVE Streaming info: When, where to watch RMA vs GET in La Liga 2024-25?
1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid vs Getafe LIVE Streaming info: When, where to watch RMA vs GET in La Liga 2024-25?

The Hindu  

Real Madrid, which has 30 points from 13 games, will aim to keep Barca within touching distance when it hosts Getafe on Sunday. Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be licking its wounds after a 2-0 Champions League defeat at Liverpool on Wednesday, which slowed the momentum it had built up after two big La Liga wins over Osasuna and Leganes. Its …

Real Madrid boosted by Rodrygo return for Getafe game
1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid boosted by Rodrygo return for Getafe game

The Hindu  

Injury-plagued Real Madrid has been handed a boost with Brazil winger Rodrygo’s return, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on the eve of Sunday’s La Liga match at home to Getafe. Real defenders David Alaba, Eder Militao and Dani Carvajal are out with anterior cruciate ligament injuries, while forward Vinicius Jr and midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni are sidelined due to a muscle and …

Mbappe on target as Real Madrid cruise to Leganes win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mbappe on target as Real Madrid cruise to Leganes win

New Indian Express  

LEGANÉS: Kylian Mbappe scored his first goal in five games for Real Madrid as the champions beat Leganes 3-0 on Sunday in La Liga. Madrid face Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday in the Champions League in a crucial game for the Spanish side after two defeats in their first four European matches and warmed up with a solid performance. "The …

Mbappé scores as Madrid moves closer to Barcelona in Spanish league ahead of tough test at Liverpool
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mbappé scores as Madrid moves closer to Barcelona in Spanish league ahead of tough test at Liverpool

Associated Press  

Kylian Mbappé scored and Real Madrid moved within four points of Spanish league leader Barcelona with a 3-0 win at Leganes on Sunday ahead of its eagerly awaited Champions League match against Liverpool. Federico Valverde and Jude Bellingham also scored to close the gap on Barcelona, which conceded two late goals in a 2-2 draw at Celta Vigo on Saturday. …

Real Madrid visits lowly Leganes trying to cope with injury crisis
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid visits lowly Leganes trying to cope with injury crisis

The Hindu  

The international break came at the perfect time for Real Madrid to try to speed up the recovery of some of its key players in an injury-plagued start to the season but it finds itself still depleted ahead of the side’s trip to Leganes on Sunday. However, the win came at the cost of losing Brazil centre back Eder Militao …

Barcelona, Real Madrid injury update: Yamal, Lewandowski, Rodrygo and Vazquez out for weeks
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Barcelona, Real Madrid injury update: Yamal, Lewandowski, Rodrygo and Vazquez out for weeks

The Hindu  

Barcelona forwards Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal will miss international duty with Poland and Spain, respectively, after sustaining injuries, the La Liga club said on Monday. Yamal missed Barca’s 1-0 LaLiga loss at Real Sociedad on Sunday due to a right ankle injury suffered in the Champions League. La Liga’s top-scorer Lewandowski will be out for a little under two …

RMA 4-0 OSA Highlights, La Liga 2024-25: Vinicius hattrick helps Real Madrid thump Osasuna
2 months ago

RMA 4-0 OSA Highlights, La Liga 2024-25: Vinicius hattrick helps Real Madrid thump Osasuna

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Real Madrid vs Osasuna La Liga 2024-25 match played at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid, Spain. LINEUPS Real Madrid: Lunin, Vazquez, Militao, Rudiger, Garcia, Valverde, Camavinga, Bellingham, Rodrygo, Mbappe, Vinicius Osasuna: Herrera, Areso, Catena, Boyomo, Bretones, Monacayola, Torro, Oroz, Pena, Budimir, Zaragoza HIGHLIGHTS PREVIEW Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti wants a positive reaction from …

Carlo Ancelotti's 'future at Real Madrid is uncertain' after dismal 3-1 loss to AC Milan... as reports in Spain claim the 'crisis club' will consider sacking the manager if losing streak continues
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2 months ago

Carlo Ancelotti's 'future at Real Madrid is uncertain' after dismal 3-1 loss to AC Milan... as reports in Spain claim the 'crisis club' will consider sacking the manager if losing streak continues

Daily Mail  

Pressure is mounting on Carlo Ancelotti in the wake of Real Madrid's dismal 3-1 defeat by AC Milan, according to reports in Spain. The LaLiga giants, who came into this season's revamped Champions League format as the reigning title-holders, suffered their second defeat of the European campaign on Tuesday, losing to Ancelotti's old side Milan at the Bernabeu. Pressure is …

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Brazilian Showdown in La Liga
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Brazilian Showdown in La Liga

The Hindu  

Real Madrid and Barcelona are set to clash in a mouth-watering La Liga Clasico on Saturday. One day after Real Madrid's thrilling 5-2 victory over Dortmund, Barcelona secured a 4-1 win against Bayern, boosted by three goals from Raphinha. Both teams are vying for the La Liga title, and this clash promises to be a thrilling encounter. The match will …

Barca primed to shine after beating Bayern in Champions League
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Barca primed to shine after beating Bayern in Champions League

The Hindu  

Barcelona and Real Madrid are set to clash in a mouth-watering La Liga Clasico on Saturday. Barcelona, coming off a near decade-long winless run against Bayern, will be looking to extend their winning streak against Real. Both teams will be without key players in defense, but Barcelona boasts a potent attacking trio of Raphinha, Vinicius Jr., and Lewandowski, while Real …

Vinicius' Treble Fires as Real Madrid Comeback from Two Goals Down to Dortmund
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinicius' Treble Fires as Real Madrid Comeback from Two Goals Down to Dortmund

Deccan Chronicle  

Real Madrid staged a remarkable comeback against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League, securing a 5-2 victory on Tuesday. Vinicius Junior's hat-trick proved to be the turning point of the match, as he orchestrated a stunning comeback for Los Blancos. Despite trailing 2-0 at halftime, Madrid fought back with relentless determination and secured the title with a late goal from …

Real Madrid beat Villarreal 2-0 in La Liga despite Dani Carvajal’s ‘serious knee injury’
3 months ago

Real Madrid beat Villarreal 2-0 in La Liga despite Dani Carvajal’s ‘serious knee injury’

Live Mint  

Real Madrid rebounded from its first loss in nearly 10 months by beating Villarreal 2-0 at the possible cost of injured right back Dani Carvajal in La Liga on Saturday. “It looks like it's a very serious knee injury," Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said. “Carvajal is a key player for us because of his experience and his attitude,” Ancelotti said …

La Liga 2024/25 Updated Points Table, Statistics After Opening Matchday
4 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024/25 Updated Points Table, Statistics After Opening Matchday

ABP News  

La Liga 2024/25: The La Liga is now off to a start, as the home of Spanish football has seen the conclusion of it's Opening Matchday which was filled with lots of drama, late goals, shocking upsets. FC Barcelona are off to a positive start, as they lead the La Liga after registering a crucial win against Valencia away. Kylian …

Spain Euro 2024 squad: Who makes Luis de la Fuente’s 26-man selection?
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain Euro 2024 squad: Who makes Luis de la Fuente’s 26-man selection?

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. Head coach Luis de la Fuente named a 29-man provisional squad on …

La Liga 2023-24: Riquelme earns Atletico Madrid narrow win at Mallorca
8 months ago

La Liga 2023-24: Riquelme earns Atletico Madrid narrow win at Mallorca

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid closed in on a Champions League spot after winger Rodrigo Riquelme’s early strike earned his side a 1-0 win at Mallorca in La Liga on Saturday. With four games remaining, Diego Simeone’s side are fourth in the standings on 67 points, six ahead fifth-placed Athletic Bilbao. Runaway leaders Real Madrid claimed a record-extending 36th La Liga title earlier …

La Liga 2023-24: Real Madrid put one hand on title with Cadiz win
8 months ago

La Liga 2023-24: Real Madrid put one hand on title with Cadiz win

The Hindu  

Real Madrid earned a comfortable 3-0 win over Cadiz which ensures it will win La Liga if Barcelona fail to beat Girona later Saturday. Brahim Diaz netted in the 51st minute to put Madrid ahead and then set up Jude Bellingham for the second, with Joselu tapping home a third to leave Madrid just one point away from clinching the …

Real Madrid vs Barcelona LIVE streaming info, La Liga: When, where to watch El Clasico, Predicted XI, Preview
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Barcelona LIVE streaming info, La Liga: When, where to watch El Clasico, Predicted XI, Preview

The Hindu  

Barcelona must dust itself down after its Champions League defeat to try and slow Real Madrid’s steady march towards the La Liga title in Sunday’s Clasico. FOLLOW MADRID VS BARCA EL CLASICO LIVE The Spanish champion can make a last stand by reeling Madrid’s lead in to five points at the Santiago Bernabeu, even if overhauling its arch-rival with seven …

Real Madrid will bank on Jude Bellingham improvement, Kyle Walker not returning to shackle Vinicius and Eder Militao being fit... after failing to earn an advantage in European football's 'Clasico' wi
9 months ago

Real Madrid will bank on Jude Bellingham improvement, Kyle Walker not returning to shackle Vinicius and Eder Militao being fit... after failing to earn an advantage in European football's 'Clasico' wi

Daily Mail  

Carlo Ancelotti and his Brazilian striker Rodrygo said the same thing after this six-goal thriller, both admitting that the plan was to go to the Etihad next week with a lead that obliged Manchester City to chase the game and leave space for Real Madrid’s lethal counters. Madrid are now banking on Kyle Walker NOT being fit to return and …

PETE JENSON: Real Madrid will hope to avoid a repeat of when their iconic Galacticos squad flopped, if Kylian Mbappe joins this summer... but Carlo Ancelotti will have a plan to juggle the French supe
9 months, 1 week ago

PETE JENSON: Real Madrid will hope to avoid a repeat of when their iconic Galacticos squad flopped, if Kylian Mbappe joins this summer... but Carlo Ancelotti will have a plan to juggle the French supe

Daily Mail  

When they complete the signing of Kylian Mbappe at the end of this season Real Madrid will be buying the best left-sided attacker in the world. Real Madrid will have a problem on their hands if Kylian Mbappe joins Vinicus Jr at the club The Spanish giants will remember the last time they had world class talent in the same …

La Liga: Rodrygo keeps Real Madrid clear of Barcelona, Girona boost European dream
9 months, 1 week ago

La Liga: Rodrygo keeps Real Madrid clear of Barcelona, Girona boost European dream

Firstpost  

Without suspended Vinicius Junior, his Brazilian compatriot Rodrygo made the difference with two superb strikes against Athletic Bilbao Rodrygo scored a brace in Real Madrid's win over Athletic Bilbao to maintain their La Liga lead. Without suspended Brazil forward Vinicius Junior, his compatriot Rodrygo made the difference with two superb strikes against an Athletic with one eye on next weekend’s …

Copa del Rey: Alex Berenguer penalty earns Athletic Bilbao semi-final first leg win at Atletico Madrid
11 months ago

Copa del Rey: Alex Berenguer penalty earns Athletic Bilbao semi-final first leg win at Atletico Madrid

Firstpost  

Alex Berenguer earned Athletic Bilbao an impressive 1-0 win at Atletico Madrid in a tense Copa del Rey semi-final first leg clash on Wednesday. “We did what we’ve been doing all the year, the team sacrificed a lot and this is the way we have to continue.” Sitting fourth in La Liga and 10 points adrift of leaders Real Madrid, …

La Liga: Valencia hurt Athletic Bilbao's top-four ambitions with surprise win
11 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga: Valencia hurt Athletic Bilbao's top-four ambitions with surprise win

Firstpost  

Athletic Bilbao’s top four finish ambitions were dented in a narrow 1-0 defeat by Valencia on Saturday in La Liga. However they came up against another in-form side in Ruben Baraja’s sturdy Valencia, who ground out their fourth consecutive La Liga victory to move seventh. Mendez apology Brais Mendez’s long-range strike earned Real Sociedad a 1-0 win at Celta Vigo. …

Atletico Madrid eliminate Real Madrid from Copa del Rey last 16, Barcelona scrape past third-tier rivals
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Atletico Madrid eliminate Real Madrid from Copa del Rey last 16, Barcelona scrape past third-tier rivals

Firstpost  

Antoine Griezmann and Rodrigo Riquelme’s extra-time strikes earned Atletico Madrid a 4-2 win over rivals Real Madrid and passage to the Copa del Rey quarter-finals on Thursday. Madrid twice pegged back Atletico to take the game to extra-time, with Jan Oblak’s own goal cancelling out Samuel Lino’s opener, and Joselu netting late on after Morata had put the hosts in …

Barcelona ready to ‘reset’ after loss to Madrid
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Barcelona ready to ‘reset’ after loss to Madrid

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández knew exactly what was about to come his way after another big loss to Real Madrid. We must be self-critical and try to reset so we can keep competing for the three remaining titles.” READ | Saudi Arabia reveals high-tech stadium design atop cliff for 2034 World Cup, named for crown prince Barcelona’s next match is …

La Liga: Ten-man Real Madrid scores late to snatch victory at Alaves
1 year ago

La Liga: Ten-man Real Madrid scores late to snatch victory at Alaves

The Hindu  

A stoppage time header by fullback Lucas Vazquez earned 10-man Real Madrid a 1-0 victory at lowly Alaves in La Liga on Thursday, with defender Nacho handed his marching orders following a sliding tackle. The win left Real Madrid on top of the standings on goal difference, level on 45 points with surprise package Girona who was held to a …

La Liga: Real Madrid Thrash Villarreal to Go Top But David Alaba Injured
1 year ago

La Liga: Real Madrid Thrash Villarreal to Go Top But David Alaba Injured

News 18  

Real Madrid cruised to a 4-1 win over Villarreal on Sunday to move top of La Liga but their night was tarnished when defender David Alaba suffered a serious knee injury. Spain’s top scorer Jude Bellingham broke the deadlock for Madrid with his 13th league goal of the season before Rodrygo Goes doubled their lead. Villarreal pulled one back through …

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti expecting Vinicius, Camavinga to return in January
1 year, 1 month ago

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti expecting Vinicius, Camavinga to return in January

India Today  

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed his optimism for the return of Vin­cius Jºnior and Eduardo Camavinga from their injury absences following La Liga's winter break. "I think we'll have to wait until next year, but when we come back, they will both be ready to train," Ancelotti told a press conference ahead of Saturday's league match at Real Betis. …

La Liga preview: Barcelona and Real Madrid return to action after injuries to Gavi, Vinicius and Camavinga
1 year, 1 month ago

La Liga preview: Barcelona and Real Madrid return to action after injuries to Gavi, Vinicius and Camavinga

The Hindu  

Barcelona and Real Madrid will be without three of their top young players when the Spanish league returns this weekend after they were injured during the international break. Barcelona lost 19-year-old Gavi for the rest of the season when the all-terrain midfielder tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and damaged his lateral meniscus during Spain’s final European …

La Liga 2023-24: Real Madrid to miss Bellingham against Valencia due to injury
1 year, 1 month ago

La Liga 2023-24: Real Madrid to miss Bellingham against Valencia due to injury

The Hindu  

Real Madrid will not have midfielder Jude Bellingham available against Valencia in La Liga because of a shoulder problem, the club said Saturday ahead of the game. Bellingham suffered a minor dislocation of his shoulder in last weekend’s 0-0 draw against Rayo Vallecano, and coach Carlo Ancelotti left him on the bench against Braga in the Champions League on Wednesday. …

Real Madrid eases past Braga, qualifies for Champions League knockouts; Union ends losing streak
1 year, 2 months ago

Real Madrid eases past Braga, qualifies for Champions League knockouts; Union ends losing streak

The Hindu  

Andriy Lunin saved an early penalty after being a last-minute replacement for Kepa Arrizabalaga, and Real Madrid went on to advance to the knockout stage of the Champions League for the 27th straight season by beating Braga 3-0 on Wednesday. Brahim Díaz, Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo scored to give Madrid its fourth win from four matches in Group C. Madrid …

Real Madrid stay second in LaLiga after goalless stalemate with Rayo Vallecano
1 year, 2 months ago

Real Madrid stay second in LaLiga after goalless stalemate with Rayo Vallecano

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 were unable to reclaim top spot …

La Liga 2023-24: Bellingham double allows Real to fight back and win Clasico at Barcelona
1 year, 2 months ago

La Liga 2023-24: Bellingham double allows Real to fight back and win Clasico at Barcelona

The Hindu  

Real Madrid battled back to win 2-1 at Barcelona in a nervy LaLiga ‘El Clasico’ on Saturday thanks to a second-half brace by top scorer Jude Bellingham, who continues to impress with his superb form. On Saturday, he led Real’s fightback after Barcelona had opened the scoring in the sixth minute through midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, who took advantage of a …

Ramos, Hazard, De Gea among free agents after summer football transfer window
1 year, 4 months ago

Ramos, Hazard, De Gea among free agents after summer football transfer window

The Hindu  

Football’s summer transfer window slam shut on September 3, bringing an end to the player transfers and signings. Here are some of the top free agents in world football Sergio Ramos In this file photo taken on November 19, 2021, Paris Saint-Germain’s Spanish defender Sergio Ramos gestures during a training session. | Photo Credit: FRANCK FIFE Sergio Ramos, whose packed …

Hernandez returns to France squad for Euro 2024 qualifier, friendly; Kante, Pogba left out
1 year, 4 months ago

Hernandez returns to France squad for Euro 2024 qualifier, friendly; Kante, Pogba left out

The Hindu  

Defender Lucas Hernandez has been recalled to the France squad for this month’s Euro 2024 qualifier against Ireland and a friendly against Germany, while midfielders N’Golo Kante and Paul Pogba miss out. Hernandez was sidelined for several months last season after suffering a cruciate ligament rupture at the World Cup, but he has played three Ligue 1 games for Paris …

La Liga: Jude Bellingham scores to give Real Madrid 1-0 win at Celta
1 year, 4 months ago

La Liga: Jude Bellingham scores to give Real Madrid 1-0 win at Celta

The Hindu  

Jude Bellingham did it again, scoring a fourth goal in three games to lead Real Madrid to a 1-0 win at Celta Vigo on Friday and make it three victories in as many games in the La Liga. Madrid’s top signing of the offseason scored once in the team’s 2-0 win at Athletic Bilbao in its opener and twice in …

Real Madrid goes for its third straight win to start the Spanish league behind red-hot Bellingham
1 year, 4 months ago

Real Madrid goes for its third straight win to start the Spanish league behind red-hot Bellingham

Associated Press  

MADRID — Jude Bellingham’s promising start with Real Madrid has quickly helped quell some of the disappointment prompted by Karim Benzema’s departure and the club’s failure to bring in Kylian Mbappé. Madrid’s top signing so far this year got off to a red-hot start, scoring once in the team’s 2-0 win at Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish league opener and …

Real Madrid set to begin Spanish league without a world-class scorer as wait for Mbappé continues
1 year, 5 months ago

Real Madrid set to begin Spanish league without a world-class scorer as wait for Mbappé continues

Associated Press  

MADRID — From Alfredo Di Stéfano to Hugo Sánchez to Raúl González. It seems there has always been a world-class scorer associated with Real Madrid throughout the club’s storied soccer history. With less than a week before the season kicks off, Madrid’s squad included only four forwards, with only one true striker among them. I think the team has a …

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 …

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

Real Madrid to focus on rebuilding its attack after losing Benzema

Associated Press  

MADRID — 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.” Ancelotti …

Benzema scores on farewell but Real held at home by Bilbao
1 year, 7 months ago

Benzema scores on farewell but Real held at home by Bilbao

The Hindu  

Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema netted a penalty in his final LaLiga game at the Bernabeu but was unable to inspire it to victory as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Athletic Bilbao on Sunday. Earlier on Sunday, Real announced that Ballon d’Or winner Benzema will leave the club as a free agent in the close season after 14 …

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 …

LaLiga: Barcelona thrash Real Betis to stay ahead of rampant Real Madrid
1 year, 8 months ago

LaLiga: Barcelona thrash Real Betis to stay ahead of rampant Real Madrid

Firstpost  

Barcelona thrashed 10-man Real Betis 4-0 on Saturday to move a step closer to winning La Liga for the first time since 2019. With his side comfortably winning, Xavi brought on 15-year-old forward Lamine Yamal to become the club’s youngest ever player to debut in La Liga. The Pole, La Liga’s top scorer, reacted after Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema earlier …

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