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Jude Bellingham: Why Real Madrid Move Would Make ‘Perfect Sense’
04 May

Jude Bellingham: Why Real Madrid Move Would Make ‘Perfect Sense’

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For many years Real Madrid were renowned for being ‘Los Galacticos’ – a squad packed full of expensively assembled superstars, bringing unmatched glitz and glamour to their trophy-hungry fans. The policy was instigated in 2000 by newly appointed president Florentino Perez, who started his spree by launching an audacious move to sign Luis Figo, the best player and icon of eternal rivals Barcelona. He was quickly followed by Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo, David Beckham and Robinho as Perez continued to flex his muscles by splashing the cash. Another wave of high-end purchases followed after Perez returned to the presidency in 2009:…
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Chelsea 0-2 Real Madrid: Frank Lampard Says He ‘Won’t Let Players Off The Hook’ After European Exit
19 Apr

Chelsea 0-2 Real Madrid: Frank Lampard Says He ‘Won’t Let Players Off The Hook’ After European Exit

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Chelsea interim boss Frank Lampard says he "won't let anyone off the hook" after Real Madrid knocked them out of the Champions League to inflict another big blow in their flagging season. Two Rodrygo goals at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday sealed a 4-0 aggregate win for Real in the quarter-final tie. It meant the Blues have now lost all four games under Lampard since he was appointed as interim boss this month. "Every game you play you have to give everything," he told BT Sport. The 44-year-old Lampard, Chelsea's all-time leading goalscorer and former manager, added: "I've been here now for only…
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Barca Beat Madrid In Copa Del Rey Semi-Final First Leg
03 Mar

Barca Beat Madrid In Copa Del Rey Semi-Final First Leg

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Barcelona bounced back from back-to-back defeats to beat Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg. An Eder Militao own goal separated the sides at the Bernabeu despite the hosts having more possession and chances. It is a welcome result for Barca after they lost to Manchester United in the Europa League and Almeria in La Liga. Xavi's side defended deep after taking the lead and their discipline earned a narrow advantage to take into the second leg at the Nou Camp on 5 April. Defensive Barca dig deep Vinicius Jr and Frenkie de Jong grappled in a…
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Erling Haaland: Real Madrid Is ‘The Dream For Players’, Says Man City Striker’s Agent
03 Mar

Erling Haaland: Real Madrid Is ‘The Dream For Players’, Says Man City Striker’s Agent

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Real Madrid is the "dream" move for players, says Erling Haaland's agent. Haaland, 22, has had a prolific start to his Manchester City career, scoring 27 Premier League goals since moving from Borussia Dortmund. But his boss Pep Guardiola has previously had to deny reports that the striker's contract contains a release clause for him to join Real in 2024. "There's the Premier League and then there's also Madrid," said agent Rafaela Pimenta. "They have something of their own that is also the dream for the players. "Madrid keeps this magic going. They don't have the weekly competitions, but they have the…
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Mbappé Wants Hakimi to Join Him at Real Madrid
20 Feb

Mbappé Wants Hakimi to Join Him at Real Madrid

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According to reports on Football Espana, French superstar Kylian Mbappé is keen on a move to Real Madrid this summer, and he wants his PSG team-mate Achraf Hakimi to join him. The news follows speculation that Mbappé could leave PSG in the summer due to a termination clause in his contract. The forward is reportedly already planning for life in the Spanish capital, and the man who helped lead Morocco to a 2022 World Cup semi-final may be a part of those plans. With Madrid seeking a new right-back, and having been linked with Hakimi previously, it seems as though a joint…
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Uefa ‘Responsible’ For Chaos Before Liverpool v Real Madrid Final In Paris
14 Feb

Uefa ‘Responsible’ For Chaos Before Liverpool v Real Madrid Final In Paris

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Uefa bears “primary responsibility” for the chaotic scenes that “almost led to disaster” before last year’s Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid, says an independent report. Fans were penned in and teargassed outside Paris’s Stade de France as kick-off was delayed by 36 minutes. “It is remarkable no one lost their life,” said the report, which Uefa commissioned after the 28 May final. Uefa and French authorities initially blamed ticketless fans for the events. The report says there is “no evidence” to support the “reprehensible” claims. “The panel has concluded that Uefa, as event owner, bears primary responsibility…
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Club World Cup: Egypt’s Al Ahly Lose To Real Madrid In Semi-Final
09 Feb

Club World Cup: Egypt’s Al Ahly Lose To Real Madrid In Semi-Final

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Africa's quest for a third Club World Cup final appearance ended after European champions Real Madrid beat Egypt's Al Ahly 4-1 in the semi-final on Wednesday. Al Ahly's well organised defence capitulated as Vinicius Jr opened the scoring three minutes before half-time with Federico Valverde doubling the lead just after the break. The Red Devils competed well after the hour mark, and the pressure paid off when Eduardo Camavinga tripped Hussein El Shahat inside the box. Tunisia's Ali Maaloul tucked away the penalty to make it 2-1 in the 65th minute. Al Ahly had their moments during a frenetic second…
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France Defender Varane Retires From International Football
02 Feb

France Defender Varane Retires From International Football

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France and Manchester United centre-back Raphael Varane has announced his retirement from international football. The 29-year-old, who won the World Cup in 2018, scored five goals in 93 appearances for his country after making his debut in 2013. The last of his caps was won in the 2022 World Cup final, in which France were beaten by Argentina on penalties. “Representing our great country for a decade has been one of the greatest honours of my life,” said Varane. “Every time I wore this very special blue jersey I felt immense pride. The duty to give it all, play my heart out…
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Brazilian Magic At Work As Real Madrid Beat Shakhtar Donetsk
06 Oct

Brazilian Magic At Work As Real Madrid Beat Shakhtar Donetsk

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Even Haaland cannot overshadow Brazilian magic as Kaka hails Rodrygo and Vinicius after Real Madrid beat Shakhtar Donetsk. Real Madrid recorded a 2-1 victory against Shakhtar Donetsk in a matchday three Champions League fixture played on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. After dropping points at home against Osasuna in La Liga at the weekend, Real Madrid returned to winning ways in Europe. Carlo Ancelotti's side went ahead in the 13th minute through Brazilian forward Rodrygo. Rodrygo would assist his compatriot Vinicius Junior to score the second goal in the 28th minute. Oleksandr Zubkov converted a ball by Bohdan Mykhaylichenko to pull one…
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UCL: Real Madrid Score Two Late Goals To Edge Out RB Leipzig
15 Sep

UCL: Real Madrid Score Two Late Goals To Edge Out RB Leipzig

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Real Madrid needed two late goals to beat Leipzig as boss Carlo Ancelotti became the second manager to win 100 Champions League games. Leipzig missed a host of good chances with Christopher Nkunku denied by Thibaut Courtois twice. Federico Valverde gave Real an 80th-minute lead from Vinicius Jr’s pass. And Marco Asensio scored an excellent first-time finish from the edge of the box from Toni Kroos’ free-kick to seal the win for the European champions. This is the first time they have won their opening two Champions League games since 2017-18. Only Manchester United legend Alex Ferguson (102) has won…
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