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VAR got it wrong! Rudiger should have been sent off vs Getafe, referees rule

La Liga’s Technical Committee of Referees (CTA) has admitted that Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger should have been sent off for violent conduct during a recent clash against Getafe. The incident, which occurred during a heated battle at the Santiago Bernabeu, saw the German international escape punishment on the pitch despite a sickening collision with Diego Rico. However, upon further review in their 'Review Time' program, the governing body conceded that both the on-field official and the VAR room failed to apply the correct disciplinary measures.

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Ex-Madrid star's debut could see club hit with points deduction

Wesley Sneijder’s highly anticipated return to football with Dutch amateur side OSM’75 has quickly turned sour. Following a one-nil victory over league leaders Focus’07, the fourth-tier club now face a potential points deduction. Rivals claim OSM’75 broke the rules by using four substitution windows instead of the permitted three, leaving the KNVB to investigate the matter.

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Carvajal hits back at Real Madrid fans over display of 'respect'

Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal has publicly defended his decision to applaud Celta Vigo legend Iago Aspas during their recent La Liga encounter at Balaidos. Following a wave of unwarranted online criticism from a section of his own fanbase, the veteran defender took to social media to firmly remind supporters that basic sporting values and respect must always come first.

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Modric responds to talk of homecoming transfer at Real Madrid

Veteran AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric has responded to rumours he could rejoin Real Madrid in a sensational summer transfer. The 40-year-old left the Santiago Bernabeu in June last year before completing a free transfer to Milan, but it has been suggested he could retrace his steps amid a creativity void in the Madrid engine room.

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'He needs to change'- Endrick losing 'connection' with Lyon team-mates

Brazilian prodigy Endrick has been warned that he must curb his individualistic tendencies after a drop in form at Lyon. Despite a scintillating start to life in Ligue 1, the Real Madrid loanee is currently enduring a goal drought that has drawn scrutiny from fans and pundits alike, including French World Cup winner Samuel Umtiti. Concerns are growing that the teenager is reverting to the same erratic habits that limited his impact in Spain.

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Madrid & Man City's UCL rivalry is anything but boring

When Real Madrid were paired with Manchester City in the Champions League last-16, the groans could be heard all the way from Plaza Mayor to Piccadilly Gardens: 'Again?!' The complaints were entirely predictable and, at some level, understandable. By the end of the second leg next Tuesday, the two teams will have faced each other 11 times in the past five seasons, and on 17 occasions since 2012.

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La Liga to adopt fully automated offsides from next season - Tebas

La Liga president Javier Tebas has announced that the Spanish top flight intends to implement fully automated offside technology starting in the 2026-27 season. Moving beyond current semi-automated systems, the league aims to use FIFA-approved microchips embedded within match balls to provide instantaneous decisions. This significant change aims to eradicate human error and the contentious manual selection of video frames.

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USMNT's Pochettino reportedly on Real Madrid's shortlist

U.S. Men's National Team head coach Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly a candidate to take over as Real Madrid manager ahead of the 2026-27 season. Real Madrid is currently led by Alvaro Arbeloa, who took on the job earlier this year, but the club has reportedly already begun assessing options for a coaching hire in the summer.

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Ancelotti names Neymar in Brazil squad

Neymar has been included in Brazil's expansive preliminary squad for the upcoming friendlies, giving the Santos star a lifeline ahead of the 2026 World Cup. However, with Carlo Ancelotti watching, the legendary forward faces immense pressure. Missing the next match for load control, he has just one game left to prove his fitness and secure his spot in the final selection.

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Brits Abroad: Trent & Rashford roasted by Spanish press

GOAL runs the rule over the British players earning a living away from their homeland, with plenty more stars deciding to leave their comfort zones in search of a better footballing life elsewhere. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.

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Mbappe returns to training in massive boost for Madrid

Real Madrid have been handed a major boost ahead of their titanic Champions League quarter-final tie against Manchester City, as Kylian Mbappe was spotted back on the grass at Valdebebas. The France international has been away in Paris undergoing conservative treatment on a knee injury, but his return to the club's training base signals a potential turning point for manager Alvaro Arbeloa.

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Mbappe targeting shock return from injury against Man City

Kylian Mbappe is facing a race against time to be fit for Real Madrid's mouth-watering Champions League round of 16 first-leg clash against Manchester City. The French superstar is returning to the Spanish capital on Sunday after spending several days in his homeland undergoing specialist treatment for an injury to his left knee. His participation in Wednesday night's showdown at the Bernabeu remains shrouded in uncertainty as the club's medical staff prepare to evaluate his progress.

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Madrid end Rodri interest but remain keen on Wharton

Real Madrid have reportedly cooled their pursuit of Manchester City's Rodri, choosing to refine their midfield shortlist ahead of the summer window.The saga surrounding Rodri and a potential move to the Bernabeu has taken a definitive turn on the eve of a massive European showdown. While the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner is set to step onto the hallowed turf in Madrid once again, he will do so strictly as a visitor.

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Ronaldo is an alien! Portuguese GOAT billed as 'extraterrestrial'

Cristiano Ronaldo boasts supernatural qualities, with former Real Madrid team-mate Marcelo billing the Portuguese GOAT as an “extraterrestrial”. Many have suggested down the years that Ronaldo may not be from this world, given his record-shattering exploits, and a Brazilian colleague at Santiago Bernabeu has suggested that CR7 may be an alien from a different planet.

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Real Madrid scouts Newcastle star during Man City clash

Real Madrid have reportedly entered the transfer battle for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, with the Spanish giants dispatching scouts to St James' Park on Saturday evening for what was ostensibly a reconnaissance trip to study Manchester City ahead of their upcoming Champions League showdown. However, it has emerged that the delegation was actually on a "double mission", with the Italy international featuring on their summer shortlist.

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Madonna shares love for Celta after tribute

The long-standing mystery of the iconic 1990 Celta Vigo shirt worn by Madonna has finally reached a heartwarming conclusion. The global superstar has officially responded to the Galician club's public search, confirming that the historic garment, which she wore during her "Blond Ambition" tour performance at the Balaidos stadium in July 1990, is not only safe but remains a cherished part of her legendary career archives.

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Real Madrid hit by Carreras injury blow ahead of Man City clash

Real Madrid’s preparations for their blockbuster Champions League showdown against Manchester City have been thrown into further disarray. While the club were already reeling from the confirmed absences of Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe, a fresh injury concern surrounding left-back Alvaro Carreras has left manager Alvaro Arbeloa facing a defensive headache. The Spaniard is now a major doubt for the first leg after picking up a heavy blow to his left calf during domestic action.

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Laporta blasts Madrid's 'historic luck'

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has reignited the fiery rivalry between Spain’s two biggest heavyweights, launching a stinging attack on Real Madrid following their dramatic victory over Celta Vigo. Speaking at a campaign event, the Blaugrana chief questioned the legitimacy of Los Blancos' winning strike, suggesting that the capital club continues to benefit from favourable officiating and sheer fortune while his own side is held to a different standard.

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Klopp agent responds to Real Madrid links

The future of Jurgen Klopp has once again become the subject of intense speculation as reports suggest the former Liverpool boss is eyeing a sensational return to the touchline. Despite recently taking up a high-profile boardroom role within the Red Bull empire, rumors have circulated in Spain that the Champions League-winning coach is high on the shortlist for both Madrid giants as they consider their long-term managerial options.

Frequently asked questions

The story behind the birth of Liverpool as we know it today is quite interesting. Originally, it was Liverpool's Merseyside rivals Everton who would play their games at Anfield. However, after Everton decided to play their games elsewhere following a dispute in March 1892, John Houlding, the owner of Anfield at the time, decided to form his own club called Liverpool F.C.

Fenway Sports Group (FSG), an American multinational sports holding conglomerate, is the owner of Liverpool. FSG purchased the club in 2010 through subsidiaries N.E.S.V.I, LLC and the UK-based UKSV Holdings Company Limited.

Liverpool are playing their home games at the illustrious Anfield Stadium, which was built in 1884 and has since undergone several renovations, the latest being completed in 2024.

Anfield has a capacity of 61,276, with the renovation of the Anfield Road Stand in the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign taking the stadium's capacity past the 60,000-mark.

Liverpool have won a stellar 67 trophies throughout their history, which includes six Champions Leagues, 19 top-flight titles, and six FA Cups.

Liverpool are the second-most successful English side in terms of top flight titles with 19, just one shy of Manchester United. Their previous league glory came in the 2019-20 season, which remains their only league title till date in the Premier League era.

Former English midfielder Ian Callaghan made 857 appearances for the Reds. He is the only player in Liverpool history to have made over 800 appearances for the club.

Liverpool icon Ian Rush is the club's all-time top goalscorer, finding the back of the net 346 times in 660 games.

Luis Suarez, Ian Rush, Mohamed Salah, Steven Gerrard, Xabi Alonso, James Milner, Fernando Torres, and Michael Owen are among the most popular players to have donned the Liverpool jersey.

Brendan Rodgers, Bill Shankly, Jurgen Klopp, Kenny Dalglish, Rafael Benitez, and Gerard Houllier are some of the most prominent managers to have been at the helm for Liverpool.

Liverpool are famously known as The Reds. The media as well as the club's supporters coined the term during the 1965-66 season, when the team first wore an all-red attire for the games.