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Man City eye sensational move for Vini Jr

Manchester City are reportedly monitoring Vinicius Junior as uncertainty grows over the winger’s future at Real Madrid. With his contract entering its final year and negotiations stalled, the Cityzens are ready to explore a potential move.

The reason behind the rift at Real Madrid? An unbelievable lack of respect revealed

Real Madrid is spiraling into chaos on the eve of El Clásico. The club is set to finish the season trophy-less, and players are now openly sniping at one another. The fracture appears to have been simmering for months.

Golden Shoe 2025-26: Haaland vs Kane vs Mbappe!

Kylian Mbappe's European Golden shoe defence is being challenged by the likes of Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.

SL Benfica v Real Madrid C.F. - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Knockout Play-off First Leg

Referee breaks silence on Vinicius and Prestianni racism row

Referee Francois Letexier has broken his silence on the high-profile incident between Vinicius Junior and Gianluca Prestianni that rocked the Champions League earlier this year. The French official was forced to halt the knockout stage clash after the Real Madrid star reported receiving racial abuse from his Benfica counterpart.

BDO Power Rankings: Dembele & Rice climb as Kane hopes hit

With the Lionel Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly presumably disappearing into the rearview mirror, the battle for the Ballon d'Or hasn't felt so open for the best part of 20 years, with countless players now beginning each campaign believing they have a chance of claiming the most prestigious individual prize football has to offer. Ousmane Dembele emerged from a career plagued by injuries and inconsistencies to win the Golden Ball in 2025, and he is among a crowded field of contenders one year on.

Prestianni's ban for homophobia extended worldwide by FIFA

FIFA have extended Gianluca Prestianni's ban for homophobic conduct globally, meaning he could now miss Argentina's first two games at the 2026 World Cup. The Benfica winger, who was sanctioned following a high-profile clash with Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior, will now see his club-level suspension apply to international competitive fixtures.

'Going back to second division' - Vini allegedly calls Espanyol rival an 'idiot'

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior was caught in a heated exchange with Espanyol defender Omar El Hilali during Los Blancos' 2-0 victory at the RCDE Stadium. Footage has emerged showing the Brazilian winger engaging in a relentless war of words with his opponent, allegedly calling him an "idiot".

RCD Espanyol de Barcelona v Real Madrid CF - LaLiga EA Sports

Only Kane has performed better. Vinicius has posted remarkable stats since Alonso's departure

Vinicius Junior has been the chief beneficiary of Xabi Alonso's dismissal at Real Madrid, as the statistics unequivocally show.

'With this club to the death' - Vinicius makes emotional vow to Real fans

Vinicius Junior has sent a defiant message of loyalty to Real Madrid supporters following his match-winning performance against Espanyol. The Brazilian forward, who found the net twice in a 2-0 La Liga victory at the RCDE Stadium on Sunday, took to social media to reassure the fans of his commitment to the cause.

Vini's brilliant brace delays the inevitable for Madrid

Vinicius Jr bagged a brace, Jude Bellingham provided a lovely assist, and Real Madrid strolled to a convincing 2-0 win over Espanyol on Sunday evening. Madrid got things done without Kylian Mbappe, and Alvaro Arbeloa will be pleased with the performance - but with the knowledge that their win only delays Barcelona's inevitable march to the league title.

Rodrygo Kylian Mbappe Vinicius Junior Jude Bellingham Real Madrid 2025-26

‘Healthy competition’ between Rodrygo & Real ‘Galacticos’

Rodrygo has explained to GOAL how “healthy competition” between the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid helps to make “everyone better”. With the Blancos forever in the hunt for major honours at home and abroad, it is important for the highest of standards to be set by ‘Galactico’ performers behind the scenes.

Six-game ban: Prestianni suspended for abuse of Vini Jr

Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has been hit with a six-match suspension by UEFA following a discriminatory exchange with Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior. The 20-year-old was found guilty of using homophobic language during a Champions League clash in Lisbon.

Real Madrid CF v Deportivo Alaves - LaLiga EA Sports

Just the final details to iron out: Vini's future has effectively been settled

Forward Vinicius Junior expects to remain at Real Madrid for the foreseeable future.

Real Madrid CF v Atletico de Madrid - LaLiga EA Sports

Arbeloa hails 'brave' Vinicius for 'turning whistles into applause'

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian forward successfully navigated a hostile atmosphere at the Bernabeu to score the winning goal against Alaves in La Liga on Tuesday. Despite the tension following a disappointing Champions League exit, the winger proved to be the difference-maker as Los Blancos secured a vital victory in their pursuit of catching Barcelona.

Mbappe & Vini silence Bernabeu boos to end winless run

Real Madrid bounced back from their four-match winless run and kept their slim title hopes in La Liga alive with a 2-1 victory over Alaves on Tuesday. Goals from Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr got the job done for Alvaro Arbeloa's side, who closed the gap on leaders Barcelona to six points for at least the next 24 hours.

Vini Jr ‘so big & so good’ that Real exit is almost impossible

Vinicius Junior continues to generate plenty of lively discussion at Real Madrid, but Michael Owen has told GOAL why the Brazilian superstar is “so big and so good” that only “two teams” could afford to put a transfer deal in place. The South American forward has become a divisive character in world football, but Owen doubts that he will trade Santiago Bernabeu for another landing spot in Europe or the Saudi Pro League.

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