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/ 60 days agoMbappe to miss key Real Madrid fixtures due to injury
Real Madrid has revealed that superstar forward Kylian Mbappe has suffered a thigh injury. The Frenchman was last seen on the pitch Tuesday night at the Santiago Bernabéu. Real edged Alaves in the LaLiga match 3-2, partially thanks to Mbappe. The 25-year-old summer signing scored his club's second goal of the game minutes before halftime. […]
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/ 60 days ago2024 Ballon d’Or: France Football reportedly selects a winner
According to a recent leak, Real Madrid's Vinicius is reportedly set to be awarded the prestigious 2024 Ballon d'Or award. This news comes ahead of the official ceremony, which is scheduled to take place on October 28. Interestingly, it signals the end of an era dominated by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Neither star is […]
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/ 60 days agoFormer Real Madrid star Raphael Varane retires at 31
Raphael Varane has officially announced his retirement as a player. The legendary defender joined Italian side Como this summer after leaving Manchester United as a free agent. Despite various offers, Varane opted to sign a two-year deal with the Serie A newcomers. The center-back, however, never actually featured in the Italian top flight. Instead, the […]
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/ 61 days agoBarcelona targets retired Szczesny due to Ter Stegen injury
Barcelona is reportedly trying to sign former Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny. The potential move follows the unfortunate news that Marc-André ter Stegen will likely miss the remainder of the 2024/25 season. The star shot-stopper suffered a serious knee injury during Sunday's Barca win against Villarreal. Ter Stegen endured a full tear of his patella tendon […]
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/ 62 days agoLaLiga President Tebas threatens suit against Google over piracy
LaLiga President Javier Tebas has fought a long battle against piracy, but he is ready to take further action. Over the weekend, Tebas spoke at New Economic Forum about several things plaguing soccer in Spain. While Tebas defended the league against claims of racism, he turned the audience's attention to the issue of piracy. This, […]
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/ 62 days agoTer Stegen suffers season-ending knee injury in Barcelona win
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen suffered a major knee injury during the side's win at Villarreal. In first-half stoppage time, the German goalkeeper claimed a deep corner. Upon landing, Ter Stegen was grabbing at his knee, writhing in pain on the ground. There was no contact with any Barcelona defender or Villarreal attacker. Regardless, Ter […]
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/ 63 days agoFlick supports Ancelotti's idea to limit number of season matches
Hansi Flick, head coach of Barce, has joined the chorus of voices expressing alarm about the jam-packed 2024-25 soccer season. As the UEFA Champions League kicks off its midweek fixtures, the burden on players continues to rise; prompting a wave of criticism from coaches, players, and soccer authorities alike. The prospect of top players making […]
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/ 63 days agoBellingham's shoulder injury: Ancelotti gives worrisome update
Real Madrid secured an impressive 4-1 comeback victory against Espanyol on Saturday evening; keeping the pressure on La Liga leaders Barcelona. However, the win was not without its concerns; star midfielder Jude Bellingham was substituted late in the match due to a recurrence of a previous shoulder injury. Bellingham had recently returned from a muscle […]
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/ 64 days agoReal Madrid learns fate as Intercontinental Cup schedule set
Real Madrid has learned their schedule for the inaugural 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup. The new annual tournament pits the winners of all six FIFA confederations against each other. Real Madrid, as reigning UEFA Champions League winners, previously booked a place in the competition. The tournament's name is directly derived from a former FIFA competition. The […]
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/ 65 days agoMadrid look to steal Liverpool's target as alternative to Rodri?
Real Madrid are reportedly considering a move for Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi as an alternative to Manchester City's Rodri, should their pursuit of the Premier League star fall through. The 25-year-old recently won Euro 2024 with Spain. Now, he has emerged as a top target for Los Blancos as they continue to strengthen their midfield. […]
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/ 65 days agoPay cuts? Ancelotti offers daring idea to prevent players strike
Carlo Ancelotti believes he has the solution to a possible strike by football players, and that pay cuts are the answer. As the soccer season intensifies, the issue of a bloated fixture schedule has become a focal point of discussion; raising serious concerns about player welfare and the risk of burnout. The potential for top […]
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/ 65 days agoSimeone: New Champions League means more thrilling matches
The UEFA Champions League, Europe's most prestigious club soccer competition, has undergone a significant transformation; and Atletico Madrid’s manager Diego Simeone is acutely aware of the challenges and opportunities this brings. His team embarked on their European campaign with a 2-1 victory over Leipzig. He shared his thoughts on how the revamped format will push […]
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/ 66 days agoBarcelona outdone by self-sabotage in Champions League
In LaLiga, Barcelona has cruised to success. Four wins in four games have the side at the top of the league with no team inside of three points. It was a different story on a rare Thursday night in the UEFA Champions League. Ten minutes into the contest, a red card to Barcelona center-back Eric […]
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/ 66 days agoConcerns over packed calendar: LaLiga urges call to action
The world of soccer is witnessing increasing unrest among players as they grapple with an ever-expanding calendar that threatens their physical and mental well-being. In recent weeks, prominent players have voiced their concerns about the overwhelming number of fixtures they are required to play. These concerns have sparked discussions about the possibility of player strikes. […]
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/ 67 days agoScandal? Madrid accused of financial doping using public funds
Real Madrid have come under scrutiny due to accusations of financial misconduct and environmental infractions. This comes in regard to the use of public funds and noise pollution at the newly renovated Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Now, a former Supreme Court judge has publicly criticized the club’s financial dealings and the environmental impact of its activities. […]