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Manchester City Thrash Real Madrid To Make Champions League Final

Manchester City Thrash Real Madrid To Make Champions League Final

Manchester City delivered a relentless performance laced with outstanding quality to overpower holders Real Madrid and reach the Champions League final against Inter Milan in Istanbul. City have lost two previous semi-finals to Real but they made no mistake here at a joyous Etihad Stadium to now stand one step away from claiming the trophy that has always stayed tantalisingly out of reach for Pep Guardiola’s team. And their display in a magical first half, in particular, will live long in the memory as the masters of this tournament were left bewildered by City’s brilliance. It maintained a seemingly unstoppable…
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Real Madrid Won’t Have A Plan For Erling Haaland Because Man City Haven’t Changed Their Style, Insists Carlo Ancelotti

Real Madrid Won’t Have A Plan For Erling Haaland Because Man City Haven’t Changed Their Style, Insists Carlo Ancelotti

Carlo Ancelotti insisted Real Madrid won't have a specific plan to stop Erling Haaland as Manchester City haven't changed their style. Haaland in great form for Man City Has scored 51 goals this season Ancelotti focused on "complete" Man City WHAT HAPPENED? The Norwegian striker has been in incredible form and has had a record-breaking debut season in England, scoring 51 goals in 46 games which keeps Manchester City in the hunt for a historic treble. As the two European superpowers renew hostilities in the Champions League for the first time since the last edition's semi-final heartbreak for the Premier…
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Real Madrid Close On Jude Bellingham Deal After Key Weekend Meeting

Real Madrid Close On Jude Bellingham Deal After Key Weekend Meeting

Real Madrid believe they are closing in on an agreement to sign Jude Bellingham following a key meeting with his father at the weekend, 90min understands. The 19-year-old has quickly emerged as one of the world's elite midfielders ever since his move to Borussia Dortmund in 2020. His future has been the hot topic of discussion all season long, with Real Madrid mainly competing against Manchester City and Liverpool for his signature. 90min reported in April that Liverpool had cooled their interest in Bellingham this year, leaving Real Madrid and Man City in the race, while Borussia Dortmund still had…
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Real Madrid Use Unwritten Ballon d’Or Rule To Renew Karim Benzema’s Contract At The Santiago Bernabeu

Real Madrid Use Unwritten Ballon d’Or Rule To Renew Karim Benzema’s Contract At The Santiago Bernabeu

Real Madrid have taken up an unwritten renewal option for Karim Benzema's contract at the club, extending his deal by one year. Benzema to stay until end of 2024 season Could be his last year for Madrid Arrival of Brazilian Endrick could force him out WHAT HAPPENED? Benzema will play at the Santiago Bernabeu for at least one more year, thanks to an unwritten clause that guaranteed an extension if he won the Ballon d'Or, according to AS. Benzema took home the award in October 2022 after leading Real Madrid to a La Liga and Champions League double. THE BIGGER…
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Ten-man Chelsea Lose First Leg To Real Madrid

Ten-man Chelsea Lose First Leg To Real Madrid

Chelsea have it all to do if they are to advance to the Champions League semi-finals after losing to holders Real Madrid at the Bernabeu. Karim Benzema’s tap-in – his 90th goal in the competition – gave Real boss Carlo Ancelotti the perfect start against his former club. Real Madrid struggled to add to their lead before Ben Chilwell was shown a straight red card in the 59th minute for fouling Rodrygo as the Brazil forward threatened to go clean through on goal. Chelsea produced a battling performance but Real scored what could be a decisive second goal when Marco…
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UEFA President Apologises To Liverpool & Real Madrid Over 2022 Champions League Final

UEFA President Apologises To Liverpool & Real Madrid Over 2022 Champions League Final

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has apologised to fans of both Liverpool and Real Madrid over the events surrounding the 2022 Champions League final. The game, which was ultimately won 1-0 by Real, was marred by ugly clashes between fans and police before the game, after which there was a significant investigation into what had happened. Blame was initially put on supporters, who were teargassed by police and trapped in bottlenecks, but those involved always argued their innocence and an independent report last month ruled that UEFA bore 'primary responsibility'. Claims from both UEFA and French authorities that 'ticketless fans' were…
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Jurgen Klopp Gives Liverpool ‘1% Chance’ Of Knocking Real Madrid Out Of Champions League

Jurgen Klopp Gives Liverpool ‘1% Chance’ Of Knocking Real Madrid Out Of Champions League

Jurgen Klopp has admitted that he believes Liverpool have only a 'one percent chance' of knocking Real Madrid out of the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. The Reds were thoroughly beaten 5-2 in the first leg of their round of 16 clash with Real Madrid, despite going two goals up inside the opening 15 minutes. Braces from Vinicius Junior and Karim Benzema, plus a goal from Eder Militao, have put Los Blancos in a commanding position going into the second leg at the Santiago Bernabeu. Speaking to the press ahead of the game, Klopp admitted that he wasn't confident about…
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Barca Beat Madrid In Copa del Rey Semi-Final First Leg

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

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 Barca are top of La Liga but Xavi's side…
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Real Madrid Monitoring Garnacho As Man Utd Wonderkid Stalls On Signing New Contract At Old Trafford

Real Madrid Monitoring Garnacho As Man Utd Wonderkid Stalls On Signing New Contract At Old Trafford

Real Madrid are reportedly monitoring Alejandro Garnacho’s situation at Manchester United, with the teenage forward yet to sign a new contract. Youngster on deal until 2024 Has offer of fresh terms from Red Devils Interest being shown from Spain & Italy WHAT HAPPENED? The 18-year-old is currently on a deal at Old Trafford through to 2024, which includes a 12-month extension option, but he is said to be earning just £7,000 per week and has only been presented with a raise up to £20,000 – despite seeing regular game time for the Red Devils’ first team of late and becoming…
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Real Madrid Confirm Signing Of Endrick From Palmeiras

Real Madrid Confirm Signing Of Endrick From Palmeiras

Real Madrid have confirmed they have agreed a deal to sign 16-year-old striker Endrick from Palmeiras. 90min understands Real have agreed to pay Endrick's €60m release clause and have also committed to paying a further €12m in taxes to complete the deal for the talented teenager, who is only permitted to move to Spain in 2024. "Real Madrid CF, Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras, Endrick and his family have reached an agreement whereby the player will be able to join Real Madrid when he comes of age in July 2024," a statement read. "Until then, Endrick will continue his training at Palmeiras.…
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