LaLiga: Battle of veteran No 9s Karim Benzema and Luis Suarez crucial for Madrid derby
3 years, 9 months ago

LaLiga: Battle of veteran No 9s Karim Benzema and Luis Suarez crucial for Madrid derby

Daily Mail  

They have been the best number nines in Spain for the last decade, and on Sunday they ought to be the deciding factors in the Madrid derby that looks set to shape the title race run-in. Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid are just hoping Luis Suarez can get back in the goals and Karim Benzema can get back on the pitch in time for the title showdown. Karim Benzema and Luis Suarez may be key when Real Madrid take on leaders Atletico Madrid This weekend's Madrid derby looks set to shape the LaLiga title run-in with Real needing a win Benzema is Real Madrid's top scorer again this season but has not played in the last three and only returned to training on Friday. Benzema is Real's top scorer this season but may be a gamble with the veteran ace not fully fit KARIM BENZEMA Appearances: 28 Goals: 17 Assists: 5 LUIS SUAREZ Appearances: 26 Goals: 16 Assists: 2 Suarez has scored 16 goals in 26 games this season but his last goal came at the start of January. Suarez's last goal came in January but Atletico will hope his fine record against Real continues Suarez is fit, far fitter than Barcelona thought he would be at this stage of the season when they packed him off to title rivals last summer.

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La Liga 2024/25: Atletico boss Simeone eyes first ever win away at title rivals Barcelona
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3 days, 22 hours ago

La Liga 2024/25: Atletico boss Simeone eyes first ever win away at title rivals Barcelona

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone is currently the longest serving manager in La Liga but despite winning the league twice, he has yet to achieve a victory away at title rival Barcelona, a challenge the Argentine is looking forward to on Saturday. “What we’ve been talking about for a month and a half, the team is working well as a unit, …

Atletico takes 11-game winning streak to Barcelona in battle for La Liga top spot
4 days ago

Atletico takes 11-game winning streak to Barcelona in battle for La Liga top spot

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — When Atletico Madrid led the Spanish league in spending on summer transfers, Diego Simeone’s club was making a bet it could challenge for its first title since 2021. Atletico has pulled level on points with Barcelona after reeling off six wins in a row in La Liga, while Barcelona has won only one of its last six …

La Liga 2024-25: Griezmann’s late brace leads Atletico Madrid to 4-3 comeback win over Sevilla
2 weeks, 1 day ago

La Liga 2024-25: Griezmann’s late brace leads Atletico Madrid to 4-3 comeback win over Sevilla

The Hindu  

A second-half double from Antoine Griezmann earned Atletico Madrid a stunning 4-3 comeback home win over Sevilla in the La Liga 2024-25 on Sunday, as the host claimed its ninth straight win in all competitions. Sevilla’s Dodi Lukebakio equalised just two minutes later with a powerful low strike following a corner before Isaac Romero put it ahead after a quick …

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
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks 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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1 month, 4 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 …

Mbappé vs. Flick: A clash of styles in the first Clasico
2 months ago

Mbappé vs. Flick: A clash of styles in the first Clasico

Associated Press  

The upcoming Barcelona vs. Real Madrid clasico promises to be a highly entertaining and close-fought match. Both teams boast impressive lineups, but Barcelona's attacking prowess and individual talent could give them the edge. Real Madrid's firepower and midfield control will be a major factor to consider, but Barcelona's fluidity and experience could give them the upper hand. The match will …

Álvarez scores late to give Atletico Madrid 1-0 win over Celta Vigo
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Álvarez scores late to give Atletico Madrid 1-0 win over Celta Vigo

Associated Press  

MADRID — Atletico Madrid picked up momentum ahead of the derby against Real Madrid with a 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo thanks to Julián Álvarez’s 90th-minute winner Thursday in the Spanish league. Álvarez poked home a cross by Antoine Griezmann to give Diego Simeone’s team the win in Vigo. “What matters are the three points,” said Álvarez, Atletico’s big-money offseason …

All to know for LaLiga 2024/25: Mbappe, Bellingham, Real Madrid, Yamal
4 months, 1 week ago

All to know for LaLiga 2024/25: Mbappe, Bellingham, Real Madrid, Yamal

Al Jazeera  

With Real Madrid about to defend their LaLiga title, Al Jazeera looks at the top talking points heading into a new Spanish football season. Real Madrid and their English superstar Jude Bellingham appeared to lay down a marker that a new Galacticos era was dawning in Spain when they won the LaLiga and Champions League double last season. There is …

La Liga 2023-24: Riquelme earns Atletico Madrid narrow win at Mallorca
7 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Real Madrid clinch record extending 36th LaLiga title after Girona thrash Barcelona
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid clinch record extending 36th LaLiga title after Girona thrash Barcelona

India Today  

Real Madrid claimed a record-extending 36th LaLiga title on Saturday after Girona fought-back to beat Barcelona 4-2, a result that left Carlo Ancelotti's side with an unassailable lead in the standings. On Saturday Andreas Christiansen gave Barca the lead in the third minute before Girona hit back a minute later with LaLiga top-scorer Artem Dovbyk heading in the equaliser. However, …

Real Madrid beats Barcelona with late Bellingham goal; moves closer to La Liga title win
8 months ago

Real Madrid beats Barcelona with late Bellingham goal; moves closer to La Liga title win

The Hindu  

With a late strike by Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid took a huge step toward winning the Spanish league. Bellingham, who quickly became one of Madrid’s most important players after his transfer last year, likely sealed the title on Sunday by scoring a stoppage-time winner in a 3-2 victory over Barcelona in the final “clasico” of the season. “He hadn't scored …

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second
9 months ago

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second

The Hindu  

Barcelona cruised to an emphatic 3-0 win at Atletico Madrid on Sunday with goals from Joao Felix, Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez, to move second in the La Liga standings. Lewandowski extended the advantage two minutes into the second half as Raphinha stole the ball from Atletico’s Rodrigo de Paul to set up the Pole for his 13th league goal …

Diaz makes up for Bellingham's absence, leads Real Madrid to win over Leipzig in Champions League
10 months, 1 week ago

Diaz makes up for Bellingham's absence, leads Real Madrid to win over Leipzig in Champions League

Hindustan Times  

After scoring Real Madrid’s winner with a mazy solo run, Brahim Díaz jogged to the sideline and spread his arms wide open to celebrate. Real Madrid's Brahim Diaz celebrates in front of after he scored the opening goal during the Champions League round of 16 first leg vs RB Leipzig He was imitating the trademark goal celebration of Jude Bellingham, …

LaLiga round-up: Athletic Bilbao top Sociedad in Basque Country derby to move up to 3rd; Villarreal lose again
11 months, 1 week ago

LaLiga round-up: Athletic Bilbao top Sociedad in Basque Country derby to move up to 3rd; Villarreal lose again

Hindustan Times  

Athletic Bilbao forward Álex Berenguer scored twice in a 2-1 win over Real Sociedad which lifted the hosts into third place in the Spanish league on Saturday. Athletic Bilbao players celebrate their win at the end of the Spanish league football match between Athletic Club Bilbao and Real Sociedad With its victory in the Basque Country derby, Athletic edged ahead …

Real Madrid beats rival Atletico in eight-goal thriller to book place in Super Cup final
11 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid beats rival Atletico in eight-goal thriller to book place in Super Cup final

The Hindu  

Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid 5-3 after extra-time in a pulsating battle in Saudi Arabia to reach the Spanish Super Cup final on Wednesday. Antoine Griezmann levelled with a milestone goal for Atletico to become their all-time leading scorer and Kepa Arrizabalaga’s own goal sent the Rojilbancos ahead, but Dani Carvajal smashed Madrid level and forced extra-time. With the game …

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

Morata scores twice to lead Atletico to 3-2 win over Feyenoord in Champions League
1 year, 2 months ago

Morata scores twice to lead Atletico to 3-2 win over Feyenoord in Champions League

Associated Press  

MADRID — Álvaro Morata scored two goals and Antoine Griezmann added another to lead Atletico Madrid to a 3-2 comeback win over Feyenoord in the Champions League on Wednesday. Morata then put Atletico ahead two minutes into the second half when he stretched his leg out to turn in a lobbed pass by Nahuel Molina for the winner. “We never …

Improving Atletico Madrid is 5th in the La Liga with 2-0 win at Osasuna
1 year, 2 months ago

Improving Atletico Madrid is 5th in the La Liga with 2-0 win at Osasuna

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid kept the momentum going from its win against rival Real Madrid by beating Osasuna 2-0 in the Spanish league on Thursday. Atletico beat rival Madrid 3-1 at home on Sunday, with Griezmann scoring one of the goals for Diego Simeone’s team. Before beating Madrid, Atletico was coming off a draw at Lazio in the group stage of the …

Alvaro Morata brace inspires Atletico Madrid to victory over rivals Real Madrid
1 year, 2 months ago

Alvaro Morata brace inspires Atletico Madrid to victory over rivals Real Madrid

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 Alvaro Morata struck with two headers as Atletico …

La Liga: Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham snatches late winner at home to Getafe
1 year, 3 months ago

La Liga: Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham snatches late winner at home to Getafe

The Hindu  

Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham again proved to be the match-winner as he struck in added time to snatch a 2-1 victory over Getafe as the Spanish giants made their home debut in LaLiga this season. The England midfielder, who has quickly became a talisman and fan favourite, got his fifth goal in his first four games after joining Real for …

La Liga: FC Barcelona's Latest Talent from La Masia, Lamine Yamal Stars as They Secure 4-3 Victory over Villareal
1 year, 3 months ago

La Liga: FC Barcelona's Latest Talent from La Masia, Lamine Yamal Stars as They Secure 4-3 Victory over Villareal

News 18  

Barcelona’s latest academy prospect was the star of the show as FC Barcelona secured a thrilling 4-3 victory for the La Liga champions against Villareal on Sunday. Veteran Polish striker Robert Lewandowski tapped home the winning goal, his first of the season, after Yamal’s drive hit the post, to send Barca provisionally third. “We have to look at our youth …

Real Madrid to focus on rebuilding their attack after losing Karim Benzema
1 year, 6 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 …

Watch: Benzema shatters Ronaldo's record in final Real Madrid appearance, gets rousing reception from fans
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: Benzema shatters Ronaldo's record in final Real Madrid appearance, gets rousing reception from fans

Hindustan Times  

Karim Benzema rose to the occasion in his final match as Real Madrid player, as he successfully converted a penalty to end his journey at Santiago Bernabéu on a memorable note. Karim Benzema celebrates scoring a goal from the penalty spot against Athletic Club Bilbao Benzema's goal helped Real Madrid come to level terms in the 72nd of the match, …

Benzema scores in final game with Madrid; Vinícius back in team after racial abuse
1 year, 6 months ago

Benzema scores in final game with Madrid; Vinícius back in team after racial abuse

Associated Press  

MADRID — Karim Benzema converted his penalty kick and received a standing ovation from fans before being substituted at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, bringing an end to his memorable career with Real Madrid on Sunday. Benzema was replaced after scoring the 72nd-minute equalizer in Madrid’s 1-1 draw against Athletic Bilbao in his final game with the Spanish powerhouse after 14 …

Benzema scores on farewell but Real held at home by Bilbao
1 year, 6 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 …

Real Madrid vs Athletic Club: Karim Benzema scores in his final game for Los Blancos
1 year, 6 months ago

Real Madrid vs Athletic Club: Karim Benzema scores in his final game for Los Blancos

The Hindu  

Real Madrid’s star forward and captain Karim Benzema, who is set to leave the club after a 14-year career at the end of the 2022-23 season, scored in the final game for his side, against Athletic Club on Sunday at the Santiago Bernabeu. Benzema was honoured with the prestigious Ballon d’Or award in 2022 after playing a crucial role in …

Five-star Atletico Madrid cruises to 5-2 win over Real Valladolid
1 year, 7 months ago

Five-star Atletico Madrid cruises to 5-2 win over Real Valladolid

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid thrashed Real Valladolid 5-2 away in La Liga on Sunday to move two points behind its second-placed city rivals Real Madrid. Defender Molina opened the scoring for visitor Atletico in the 20th minute with a close-range strike from a counter-attack and Gimenez extended its lead four minutes later with a towering header from a free kick by Antoine …

LaLiga: Barcelona thrash Real Betis to stay ahead of rampant Real Madrid
1 year, 7 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 …

La Liga: Ferran Torres earns Barcelona a narrow win over Atletico Madrid
1 year, 8 months ago

La Liga: Ferran Torres earns Barcelona a narrow win over Atletico Madrid

The Hindu  

Ferran Torres’s strike helped Barcelona emerge from a recent slump to earn a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid on Sunday in La Liga, taking a big step towards clinching their first title since 2019. After two consecutive goalless draws, second-place Real Madrid cut into Barcelona’s lead by beating Celta Vigo on Saturday, but Torres’ low first-half finish restored their advantage …

LaLiga: Griezmann double guides Atletico Madrid to sixth straight league wina
1 year, 8 months ago

LaLiga: Griezmann double guides Atletico Madrid to sixth straight league wina

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid extended its unbeaten run to 13 league games after Antoine Griezmann scored twice in a 2-1 home win over Almeria on Sunday as the club registered its sixth straight win in Laliga. Atletico moved to within two points of second-placed rival Real Madrid but Diego Simeone’s side is 13 points behind league leader Barcelona. Atletico was up and …

LaLiga: Getafe holds Barcelona to another goalless draw
1 year, 8 months ago

LaLiga: Getafe holds Barcelona to another goalless draw

The Hindu  

Leader Barcelona was held to a second straight 0-0 draw in LaLiga after mid-table Getafe managed to take a point in a hard-fought game on Sunday. Visitor Barcelona had two opportunities to take the lead in the 25th minute when Raphinha was put through on goal but the Brazilian winger saw his shot come off the post before Alejandro Balde’s …

Vinícius, Benzema lead Real Madrid past Chelsea 2-0 in CL
1 year, 8 months ago

Vinícius, Benzema lead Real Madrid past Chelsea 2-0 in CL

Associated Press  

MADRID — Karim Benzema struck yet again against Chelsea, and Real Madrid is a step closer to eliminating the English club for the second straight season in the Champions League. Vinícius Júnior thrived with two assists and Marco Asensio also scored in Madrid’s 2-0 win in the first leg of the quarterfinals on Wednesday in the latest meeting between the …

Champions League: Benzema, Asensio score as Real Madrid punishes 10-man Chelsea
1 year, 8 months ago

Champions League: Benzema, Asensio score as Real Madrid punishes 10-man Chelsea

The Hindu  

A tap-in by Karim Benzema and a powerful strike by substitute Marco Asensio earned European champion Real Madrid a 2-0 win over 10-man Chelsea in its Champions League quarter-final, first leg in the Spanish capital on Wednesday. Chelsea - under caretaker coach Frank Lampard after a dismal season so far - went close to scoring in the first half but …

La Liga: Villarreal Shock Real Madrid 3-2, Athletic Bilboa Down Espanyol, Real Sociedad Beat Getafe
1 year, 8 months ago

La Liga: Villarreal Shock Real Madrid 3-2, Athletic Bilboa Down Espanyol, Real Sociedad Beat Getafe

News 18  

Samuel Chukwueze upstaged Vinícius Júnior by scoring twice in an outstanding performance by the Villarreal forward to lead its 3-2 comeback win at Real Madrid in the Spanish league on Saturday. IPL 2023: Orange Cap Complete List of Batters with Most Runs, Check here Madrid’s first home loss in the domestic league comes four days before it hosts Chelsea in …

Barcelona looks for La Liga tonic after cup exit
1 year, 8 months ago

Barcelona looks for La Liga tonic after cup exit

The Hindu  

A home fixture against Girona on Monday could be just what the doctor ordered for Barcelona, as it looks to rebound from its midweek Copa del Rey humiliation against Real Madrid and refocus its attention on its La Liga title charge. Top of the league on 71 points, 12 ahead of second-placed rival Real with 11 games left, Barcelona’s players …

La Liga: Karim Benzema Nets Seven-minute Hat-trick as Real Madrid Thrash Valladolid
1 year, 8 months ago

La Liga: Karim Benzema Nets Seven-minute Hat-trick as Real Madrid Thrash Valladolid

News 18  

Karim Benzema scored a stunning hat-trick in a seven-minute salvo as Real Madrid thumped Real Valladolid 6-0 on Sunday in La Liga. Rodrygo Goes opened the scoring early on, before Benzema’s hat-trick, including a spectacular acrobatic effort, with Marco Asensio netting the fifth in the second half and Lucas Vazquez adding another late on. “Year after year he’s been Madrid’s …

Barcelona take big step towards LaLiga title with dramatic win in El Clasico
1 year, 9 months ago

Barcelona take big step towards LaLiga title with dramatic win in El Clasico

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 Franck Kessie’s stoppage-time winner saw Barcelona sink Real …

LaLiga: Griezmann on target again as Atletico extends unbeaten run
1 year, 9 months ago

LaLiga: Griezmann on target again as Atletico extends unbeaten run

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid secured its third consecutive LaLiga win with an easy 3-0 home victory against Valencia on Saturday, as goals from Antoine Griezmann, Yannick Carrasco and Thomas Lemar extended its unbeaten run in the Spanish league to 10 games. An inspired Griezmann put Atletico ahead early with a close-range strike and Carrasco extended its advantage slotting home a precise shot …

La Liga: Griezmann Shines as Atletico Ease Past Valencia 3-0, Rayo Vallecano Held to 2-2 Draw by Girona
1 year, 9 months ago

La Liga: Griezmann Shines as Atletico Ease Past Valencia 3-0, Rayo Vallecano Held to 2-2 Draw by Girona

News 18  

Antoine Griezmann pulled the strings for Atletico Madrid as they shredded Ruben Baraja’s helpless Valencia 3-0 in La Liga on Saturday. Yannick Carrasco doubled Atletico’s lead early in the second half and Thomas Lemar sealed the win, with the Rojiblancos, third, moving six points clear of fourth-placed Real Sociedad, having played a game more. “We’re happy with how the team …

Benzema points way for Madrid
1 year, 9 months ago

Benzema points way for Madrid

China Daily  

Karim Benzema celebrates scoring for Real Madrid during Wednesday's Champions League last-16, second leg against Liverpool at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on Wednesday. AP MADRID — Karim Benzema struck for Real Madrid to clinch a 1-0 win over Liverpool and qualification for the Champions League quarterfinals on Wednesday 6-2 on aggregate. Madrid has now knocked Liverpool out of …

Real vs Madrid vs Liverpool: Karim Benzema Scores as Los Blancos Win 1-0 to Enter Champions League Quarter-finals
1 year, 9 months ago

Real vs Madrid vs Liverpool: Karim Benzema Scores as Los Blancos Win 1-0 to Enter Champions League Quarter-finals

News 18  

Karim Benzema struck for Real Madrid to clinch a 1-0 win over Liverpool and qualification for the Champions League quarter-finals on Wednesday 6-2 on aggregate. Madrid have now knocked Liverpool out of the Champions League in three consecutive seasons, including beating them in last year’s final. “I told him a few small details, like how I know that the two …

Benzema scores as Real Madrid eases past Liverpool into Champions League quarters
1 year, 9 months ago

Benzema scores as Real Madrid eases past Liverpool into Champions League quarters

The Hindu  

There was no historic comeback for Liverpool. Karim Benzema scored late and Madrid advanced to the last eight for the third straight season with a 6-2 aggregate score following a 5-2 win from the first leg in England, when it rallied from two goals down early in the first half. The France striker, who had missed Madrid’s Spanish league win …

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 …

LaLiga: Late Morata goal gives Atletico Madrid key win over Girona
1 year, 9 months ago

LaLiga: Late Morata goal gives Atletico Madrid key win over Girona

The Hindu  

It took Álvaro Morata and his Atletico Madrid teammates more than three minutes to be able to celebrate the striker’s important winner against Girona in the Spanish league on Monday. Morata’s goal early in second half stoppage time was confirmed only after a lengthy video review, but it finally counted to give Atletico the 1-0 win and sole possession of …

La Liga: Alvaro Morata Strikes Late as Atletico Madrid Beat Girona
1 year, 9 months ago

La Liga: Alvaro Morata Strikes Late as Atletico Madrid Beat Girona

News 18  

Alvaro Morata snatched a 94th minute winner to earn Atletico Madrid a 1-0 victory at Girona on Monday and tighten their hold on third place in La Liga. Atletico’s Slovenian goalkeeper made another fine save to deny Rodrigo Riquelme late on, with the on-loan midfielder almost scoring against his parent club. With the game petering out, substitute Morata intervened late …

Real Madrid close gap on LaLiga leaders Barcelona with comeback win
1 year, 9 months ago

Real Madrid close gap on LaLiga leaders Barcelona with comeback win

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 closed the gap on LaLiga leaders …

Barcelona Restore La Liga Lead, Antoine Griezmann Earns Atletico Madrid Win
1 year, 10 months ago

Barcelona Restore La Liga Lead, Antoine Griezmann Earns Atletico Madrid Win

News 18  

Robert Lewandowski and Sergi Roberto’s goals helped Barcelona beat Cadiz 2-0 and restore their eight-point lead at the top of La Liga on Sunday. Elsewhere Antoine Griezmann’s superb strike helped Atletico Madrid earn a 1-0 win over Athletic Bilbao to tighten their grip on fourth place. Champions Real Madrid’s win at Osasuna on Saturday pulled them closer to Xavi Hernandez’s …

Robert Lewandowski on target as Barcelona beat Cadiz to restore LaLiga lead
1 year, 10 months ago

Robert Lewandowski on target as Barcelona beat Cadiz to restore LaLiga lead

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. Sergi Roberto and Robert Lewandowski scored in quick succession late in the …

La Liga: Depay fires late winner to give 10-man Atletico Madrid victory at Celta Vigo
1 year, 10 months ago

La Liga: Depay fires late winner to give 10-man Atletico Madrid victory at Celta Vigo

The Hindu  

Ten-man Atletico Madrid beat Celto Viga 1-0 in LaLiga on Sunday after second-half substitute Memphis Depay opened his account for the club following his January move with a late winner. Atletico had gone close in the first half with Alvaro Morata seeing his close-range header miss the top corner while at the other end Gabri Veiga had a header from …

LaLiga: Barcelona thrashes Sevilla 3-0 to extend lead
1 year, 10 months ago

LaLiga: Barcelona thrashes Sevilla 3-0 to extend lead

The Hindu  

Barcelona extended its LaLiga lead to eight points thanks to second-half goals by Jordi Alba, Gavi and Raphinha that gave it a 3-0 home win against Sevilla on Sunday. Unbeaten in its last 15 matches in all competitions, Barcelona extended its LaLiga winning streak to five games, piling pressure on rival Real Madrid, who lost 1-0 to Mallorca earlier on …

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