The Gap Übersicht

Claude Makelele has launched a scathing attack on Real Madrid and manager Jose Mourinho following a disappointing derby defeat against Atletico Madrid. The former midfielder believes the team completely lack a cohesive strategy and tactical understanding on the pitch, leaving them trailing their bitter rivals early in the new season and searching for immediate answers.

Real Madrid's blockbuster summer signing Yan Diomande has officially broken his silence following a pointed social media jab from the wife of Barcelona forward Karim Adeyemi. The Ivorian winger, who arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu under immense scrutiny, chose a musical route to address the critics questioning his hefty price tag.

The Madrid derby has spilled over from the pitch into a bitter war of words as Atletico Madrid issued a scathing response to Jose Mourinho’s refereeing complaints. Following a tense 2-1 victory for the home side, the social media battle lines have been drawn between the two capital rivals.

Kylian Mbappe has expressed his delight at reuniting with Zinedine Zidane, describing the appointment of the new France national team coach as a cinematic moment. The pair first met when the former midfielder invited a young Mbappe to trial at Real Madrid over a decade ago, and they will now work together following the departure of Didier Deschamps.