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Tuchel hails 'mini-Valverde' Garner after England debut

Everton midfielder James Garner has surged into World Cup contention after a stellar England debut earned high praise from Thomas Tuchel. The Three Lions boss compared the player to Real Madrid star Federico Valverde following a composed display at Wembley.

Kroos raves about Real star: "It's incredible how well he's playing at the moment"

Ahead of the Champions League clash with FC Bayern Munich, former professional Toni Kroos is particularly full of praise for one of Real Madrid’s star players.

Kroos highlights 'brutal' Madrid star 'carrying' Mbappe, Vini & Co

Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos has singled out Federico Valverde as the indispensable engine behind Los Blancos' pursuit of silverware this season. The retired German maestro believes the Uruguayan has stepped up to 'carry' a star-studded squad featuring the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. As the campaign enters its final stretch, Valverde’s leadership and clinical form have placed him at the heart of the club's post-Kroos era.

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Real Madrid turned down in Valverde red card appeal

The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has officially confirmed a one-match suspension for Federico Valverde following his red card in the Madrid derby. Despite Real Madrid attempting to overturn the decision by arguing he was genuinely challenging for the ball, the ruling stands. The midfielder will miss the upcoming La Liga clash against Mallorca but returns for Girona.

'Scandal' - Real Madrid launch fresh attack on La Liga refs

Real Madrid have again criticised the state of refereeing in La Liga after star midfielder Federico Valverde was sent off during Sunday night's 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid. The Uruguayan was handed a straight red card for a cynical trip on Alex Baena and will now serve a two-game domestic suspension, ruling him out of the upcoming clashes with Mallorca and Girona after the international break.

Vini's derby double keeps Madrid's title hopes alive

Vinicius Jr scored twice while Federico Valverde again found the net as Real Madrid saw off Atletico Madrid, 3-2, in a frantic derby on Sunday. At no point was either side truly in control of proceedings, yet Real were clinical at the right moments, and despite finishing the game with 10 men following a red card for Valverde, were good value for a win that keeps them firmly in La Liga's title race.

He’s already won the Ballon d’Or: “The most underrated player in the world” is Real’s worthy successor to Kroos

Following his stellar performance against Manchester City, Federico Valverde has suddenly found himself in the spotlight as never before. The Uruguayan is a worthy successor to Toni Kroos – even if his style of play is quite different.

Ancelotti's reveals 'it's a shame' text message he sent Valverde

Real Madrid's former coach Carlo Ancelotti has revealed the light-hearted message he sent to Federico Valverde following the midfielder’s stunning hat-trick against Manchester City. The Uruguayan international produced the performance of a lifetime at the Santiago Bernabeu, single-handedly dismantling the Premier League giants in a sensational first-half display. His treble has put the Spanish giants in a commanding position ahead of the second leg.

Valverde's at it again while Guler & Huijsen star for Madrid

Real Madrid cruised to a 4-1 win over struggling Elche to put the pressure back on La Liga leaders Barcelona. Los Blancos built on their thrashing of Manchester City in the Champions League, with Federico Valverde among the goal scorers again in the Spanish capital. Although it was substitute Arda Guler who stole the show with a stunning strike from his own half in the dying stages.

The Rondo: Arsenal to close out the title? Madrid to win La Liga?

Some drama has finally sprung into the European season, and GOAL writers break down the climax of the campaign, with the Premier League title race tightening.

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Valverde, the secret behind the hat-trick: Arbeloa's tactical move

The Uruguayan was the star of the Champions League round of 16 first leg, sinking City with a hat-trick.

Revealed: Vini asked Valverde if he wanted to take Man City penalty

Real Madrid’s 3-0 demolition of Manchester City in the Champions League last-16 was almost the perfect night for Los Blancos, but for Vinicius Junior's missed penalty that could've added further gloss to the result. In the 58th minute, after the Brazilian forward was felled in the box, cameras caught the moment Vinicius gestured towards Valverde, offering the midfielder the chance to step up and bag what would have been a remarkable fourth goal of the game.

📽️ | Bellingham's gobsmacked reaction to Valverde's hat-trick

Jude Bellingham was caught on camera looking completely stunned as Federico Valverde tore Manchester City apart with a clinical hat-trick. The England international, watching from the stands due to injury, couldn't hide his shock at the Uruguayan’s masterclass in the Champions League.

Valverde & the 20 players in L'Equipe's exclusive 10/10 club

Within a Real Madrid squad that is packed full of Galacticos, Fede Valverde is rarely singled out for what he offers to Los Blancos despite his obvious importance to the team. On Wednesday, though, he was able to hog the limelight after his stunning first-half hat-trick saw off Manchester City in the Champions League. His performance also earned him the rarest of plaudits: A 10/10 rating from L'Equipe.

📽️ | Valverde 'handed Ballon d'Or' after Man City hat-trick

Federico Valverde produced a masterclass that will go down in Champions League folklore, leading Real Madrid to a dominant 3-0 victory over Manchester City. The Uruguayan midfield engine was outstanding, netting a stunning hat-trick to help the Spanish giants put one foot in the quarter-finals. His performance was so good that a reporter in the mixed zone decided to skip the formalities and jokingly crown him with a 'Ballon d'Or' on the spot.

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Trent hails Valverde as 'world's most underrated player'

Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold has heaped praise on Federico Valverde, describing him as the "most underrated player" in world football following a sensational display against Manchester City. The Uruguayan international took centre stage as Los Blancos secured a dominant 3-0 victory in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Bernabeu. Despite the absence of Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham, Valverde’s first-half hat-trick dismantled Pep Guardiola's side in a rampant 22-minute spell.

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